Officer, Acquisition and Clearance (3-year contract)

URA Urban Renewal Authority; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 220,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

The URA Urban Renewal Authority in Hong Kong invites applications for an assistant role focused on survey and property data collection. The position requires basic to intermediate surveying knowledge, strong communication in Chinese and English, and willingness to work outdoors.

It is a 3-year fixed-term contract with potential renewals. Candidates should have an associate degree or above related to surveying or property management, and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or above in surveying, building/housing/property management, or related discipline.
• At least 1 year of relevant working experience.
• Good communication skills in Chinese and English; Putonghua preferred.
• High integrity and initiative.
• Knowledge in computer software.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Willing to work outdoors and outside normal office hours.
• Possession of a valid Estate Agent Licence will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• To collect data and documents for assessment of various forms of compensation and re-housing
• To conduct various freezing surveys
• To implement project engagement programme to facilitate future acquisition, re-housing, and clearance work
• To conduct site inspections, carry out area measurement of properties, and interview and negotiate with owners, tenants and occupiers for settlement
• To assist in compiling data and records and preparing various documentations
• To perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Bilingual communication

Independent worker

High integrity

Outdoor work

Computer literacy

Education

Associate Degree in surveying

Tools

Computer software

Job description

The Urban Renewal Authority (\"URA\") is tasked to undertake, encourage, promote and facilitate urban renewal of Hong Kong in accordance with the provisions of the Urban Renewal Authority Ordinance and the Urban Renewal Strategy published by the Government.

The URA adopts a comprehensive and holistic approach by ways of its two core businesses i.e. redevelopment and rehabilitation, as well as preservation, revitalisation and retrofitting, for creating a sustainable and quality living environment for the people of Hong Kong.

Responsibilities

• To collect data and documents for assessment of various forms of compensation and re-housing
• To conduct various freezing surveys
• To implement project engagement programme to facilitate future acquisition, re-housing, and clearance work
• To conduct site inspections, carry out area measurement of properties, and interview and negotiate with owners, tenants and occupiers for settlement
• To assist in compiling data and records and preparing various documentations
• To perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• Associate Degree or above in surveying, building / housing / property management, or related discipline
• At least 1 year of relevant working experience
• Good communication skills in Chinese and English, preferably with the ability to communicate in Putonghua
• High integrity and initiative
• Knowledge in computer software
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision
• Willing to work outdoors and outside normal office hours
• Possession of a valid Estate Agent Licence will be an advantage

The appointment will be made on a 3-year fixed-term contract, which may be renewable subject to appointee’s performance, the Authority’s business needs, and other relevant factors.

Work assignments will require working outside normal office hours and outdoors.

Closing Date of Application: 27 October 2026

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence and information provided will be used for the consideration of applications. Applicants not invited for interview within four weeks from the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful. Personal data provided by job applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used strictly in accordance with our “Personal Information Collection Statement Pertaining to Recruitment\" for recruitment purpose only. A copy of the Statement is available on our website and obtainable on request. Applicants may be considered for other suitable positions in the Authority and all personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be retained for a maximum of two years.

The Urban Renewal Authority (URA) was established in May 2001 under the Urban Renewal Authority Ordinance as the statutory body to undertake, encourage, promote and facilitate urban renewal of Hong Kong, with a view to addressing the problem of urban decay and improving the living conditions of residents in old districts.