Section Head, Training & Development

Hong Kong Trade Development Council; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Annual leave

Gratuity on contract end

Job summary

Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is seeking a dynamic Training & Development professional to lead the team responsible for designing, delivering and evaluating learning initiatives across its global offices.

The ideal candidate has a university degree with extensive L&D leadership experience, proven program design skills, and strong English and Chinese communication; you will drive engagement, develop structured curricula and partner with stakeholders to align learning with business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Minimum 15 years of working experience in learning and development.
• At least 5 years in a managerial role in sizeable organisations.
• Proven ability to design and implement learning programs and curricula.
• Strong leadership, communication and project management skills.
• Proficiency in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Training and Development team across global offices to drive operations excellence.
• Identify skill gaps and deliver training solutions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and regularly evaluate structured learning frameworks for employees across career stages.
• Incorporate digital tools and methodologies into training practices.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to strengthen culture and commitment.
• Stay informed on market practices, learning trends and technologies to advise HR Head.
• Handle ad-hoc initiatives and projects as assigned.

Skills

L&D leadership

Curriculum design

Stakeholder management

Digital learning tools

Project management

Employee engagement

Communication skills

Education

University degree

Tools

Learning management systems

Job description

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 51 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub.

The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels.

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary in 2026 and begin a new three-year business cycle, our mission remains as strong as ever to help Hong Kong thrive in trade and businesses succeed in the ever-changing landscape.

We are seeking a dynamic, high-calibre and experienced Training & Development professional to join the team.

Reporting to Head of Human Resources, the major responsibilities of Section Head, Training and Development include:

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Training and Development team in designing, delivering, and evaluating learning and development initiatives across global offices of the Council to drive operations excellence and foster a culture of continuous learning;
• Identify skill gaps and future capability needs through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and provide training and development solutions to deliver impactful business outcomes;
• Develop and regularly evaluate structured learning frameworks which address learning needs of employees across their career stages;
• Identify and incorporate appropriate digital tools and methodologies into training and development practices to facilitate effective learning experiences and outcomes;
• Drive and implement employee engagement initiatives to strengthen the Council’s culture and deepen employees’ commitment;
• Keep abreast of the market practices, learning trends and technologies, offering insights and recommendations to the Head of Human Resources;
• Handle any ad-hoc initiatives and projects assigned.

The Candidate:

• University graduate with a minimum of 15 years’ working experience in learning and development of which a minimum of 5 years’ experience in managerial role in sizeable organisation(s);
• Demonstrated success in designing and implementing learning programs and structured curricula;
• Proven track record on leveraging advanced methodologies and technologies to drive ongoing enhancement in learning and development practices;
• Proven experience on designing and driving staff engagement initiatives, supported by strong project management and organizational abilities;
• An effective leader and excellent team player who is proactive and collaborative;
• Highly self-motivated and energetic, with excellent communication, presentation, and leadership abilities;
• Strong command of written and spoken English and Chinese is essential.

Remuneration and Benefits:

The successful candidate will be offered a two-year contract with prospects for renewal upon expiry. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus an appropriate contract-end gratuity. Medical benefits and annual leave will be offered.