Innovation Lab Strategist & Partnerships Lead

China Construction Bank (Asia); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 360,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

China Construction Bank (Asia) seeks an innovation-focused professional to research and report on international and domestic technology trends, and to develop strategic partnerships with fintechs, providers, experts and academics for successful adoption of initiatives.

The role involves organizing innovation events, preparing clear proposals and documentation, and handling other duties as assigned by leadership. A university degree and 2+ years in innovation-related projects are preferred.

Qualifications

• University degree, preferably in finance, business, computer sciences or other related disciplines
• At least 2 years of solid working experience in innovation-related projects with business, policy or technical roles. Project management experience in emerging technologies is an advantage
• Participation in well-known innovation projects (e.g. Digital Currency, Gen AI, CDI) preferred
• Well understanding of the latest development in the fields of fintech, finance and banking
• Be energetic, innovative and able to manage project independently with scheduled deadlines
• Good project management, analytical, negotiation and communication skills
• Self-motivated and attention to details with strong team spirit
• Experience in online banking in corporate channel preferred
• Experience in Chinese financial institutions preferredExcellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese (both Cantonese and Putonghua)

Responsibilities

• Provide research on innovation initiation and prepare regular updates on international and domestic technology trends and developments on key innovative initiatives
• Develop strategic partnerships with external stakeholders, including fintech companies, technology providers, industry experts, and academic institutions to ensure successful adoption of projects and initiatives
• Organize internal and external innovation events to foster a culture of innovation
• Prepare highly comprehensible proposals, reports, presentation materials, infographics, videos and other project documents
• Perform any other duties as reasonably assigned by supervisor or management

Skills

English & Chinese language proficiency

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team spirit

Innovation mindset

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University degree in finance, business, computer sciences or related

Job description

China Construction Bank (Asia) seeks an innovation-focused professional to research and report on international and domestic technology trends, and to develop strategic partnerships with fintechs, providers, experts and academics for successful adoption of initiatives.

The role involves organizing innovation events, preparing clear proposals and documentation, and handling other duties as assigned by leadership. A university degree and 2+ years in innovation-related projects are preferred.