Executive Assistant - Commodity Trading - Up to 50K

Michael Page; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 246,000 - 469,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

15 days AL

Job summary

Michael Page (Hong Kong) is recruiting an Executive Assistant for a growing international commodity trading business. The role focuses on delivering high-level support to the Director, managing complex calendars, arranging cross-border travel, and handling day-to-day administration in a fast-paced, regional environment.

The ideal candidate will be fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese, with proven experience supporting senior stakeholders in an international setting and the discretion to

Qualifications

• Degree holder with solid business support experience in an international environment.
• Excellent command of English, Mandarin and Cantonese with interpretation/translation ability.
• Strong calendar management, travel coordination, and stakeholder coordination experience.
• Able to thrive in a growing business where priorities quickly evolve.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated executive support to the Director including calendar management and meeting coordination.
• Coordinate travel across Hong Kong and Mainland China, including visas and logistics.
• Act as communication bridge between English and Chinese-speaking stakeholders.
• Prepare meeting materials, reports, and follow-up actions for decision-making.
• Maintain confidentiality with a high degree of professionalism.
• Provide ad hoc personal and administrative support as required.

Skills

English fluency

Mandarin fluency

Cantonese fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

• Highly international environment
• Attractive package with regional travel

About Our Client

Our client is a growing international commodity trading business with an established global footprint and expanding operations across Asia. Joining during an exciting phase of growth, this role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, gain exposure to cross-border commercial activities, and support the continued development of the Greater China market.

Job Description

As an Executive Assistant, your main responsibilities will include:

• Providing dedicated executive support to the Director, including complex calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and day-to-day business administration.
• Acting as the key communication bridge between English and Chinese-speaking stakeholders, providing interpretation and translation support during meetings, business discussions, negotiations, and correspondence.
• Coordinating frequent business travel across Hong Kong and Mainland China, managing itineraries, logistics, visas, accommodation, and related arrangements.
• Supporting the establishment and ongoing development of the Hong Kong operation, assisting with office setup, local administration, vendor coordination, and business support as the team expands.
• Liaising with clients, business partners, and internal stakeholders across the region to facilitate smooth cross-border business activities.
• Preparing meeting materials, reports, presentations, and follow-up action items to support decision-making and effective execution.
• Managing confidential information with a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Providing ad hoc personal and administrative support as required, ensuring the smooth management of both business priorities and day-to-day matters.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Executive Assistant should have:

• Degree holder in any discipline and solid business support experience within an international environment.
• Excellent command of English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, with the ability to provide professional interpretation, translation, and business correspondence support.
• Strong experience managing complex calendars, international travel, and senior stakeholder coordination.
• A highly adaptable and flexible approach, with the ability to thrive in a growing business where priorities may change quickly and structures continue to evolve.
• Exposure to office setup, office administration, or business establishment activities would be highly advantageous.
• Resourceful and proactive, with the confidence to work independently, anticipate needs, and solve problems with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across different cultures and stakeholder groups.
• Professional, detail-oriented, and highly dependable, with the discretion to handle sensitive and confidential matters.

What's on Offer

• x 12 + B
• Medical benefits.
• 15 days AL