Assistant Manager/ Senior Specialist, Human Resources (C&B focused)

Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) is founded in 2000 by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. As Hong Kong’s largest government-funded research and development centre, ASTRI is a key force and super‑connector driving innovation and technology advancement in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, and the global innovation ecosystem. This role is strengthened through its merger with Nano and Advanced Materials Institute (NAMI).

Committed to bringing high‑impact research from lab to market, ASTRI advances interdisciplinary, market‑driven R&D that delivers practical innovations for industry and meaningful benefits for society.

Its technological strengths and capabilities enable AI‑powered, cross‑disciplinary ICT and advanced materials solutions across Smart City, Financial Technologies, Digital Health and Life Sciences, New Industrialisation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASIC) and Advanced Electronics, New Energy and Energy Storage, and Green and ESG Technologies.

Over the years, ASTRI has cultivated a strong pool of I&T talent and earned numerous international awards for its pioneering innovations and contributions to industry and the community. Following the merger with NAMI, ASTRI’s cumulative global patent portfolio has grown to over 1,500, with more than 2,200 technologies successfully transferred to industry.

With enhanced scale and capabilities, ASTRI is uniquely positioned to elevate Hong Kong’s innovation capacity, accelerate technology commercialisation, and drive societal and economic progress through world‑class applied research.

To support our constant endeavour to position Hong Kong as a world-class smart city and an international hub of innovation and technology, we are seeking qualified professionals to fill the following position(s):

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide a full range of professional HR services, including but not limited to employment administration, rewards and benefits management, performance management and staff relations.
• Manage the payroll and fringe benefits administration, tax reporting, and C&B projects such as annual salary review and performance management exercises.
• Provide support in HR projects/programs (such as employee engagement initiatives, performance management system review, etc.) and deliver briefing/training sessions for major programs independently.
• Manage the HR management information system and supervise the continuous development and enhancement of the systems.
• Assist in policies and procedures formulation and implementation, and process streamlining to achieve operational efficiency and support future business growth.
• Develop consistent and practical advice and solutions on HR issues.
• Participate in any other assignments/projects as requested by the supervisor.

Job Requirements:

• University degree holder preferably in Human Resources Management, English Studies or related disciplines.
• No fewer than 5 years of working experience in the payroll or compensation and benefits area, preferably in public organizations. Candidates with less experience may be considered for the Senior Specialist post.
• Well-versed with prevailing trends in HR systems and HR practices.
• Sound knowledge of Hong Kong Employment Ordinance and related legislation.
• Well-organized, meticulous and good at multitasking.
• A team player with tactful interpersonal and leadership skills with a can-do attitude.
• High proficiency in written and spoken English, Chinese and Putonghua.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Live ASTRI values.

The appointment will be on renewable contract terms with a competitive salary and performance-linked variable pay. Fringe benefits include paid leave, medical, insurance coverage and contribution to MPF. The incumbent will normally work a five-day week.

For interested parties, please submit your application with detailed CV within two weeks of the post date. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. The review of applications will continue until the post is filled.

The resume should not include any sensitive personal information such as ID card no. or travel document number, etc.

Position offer is subject to the applicant’s experience and academic qualification. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. ASTRI reserves the right not to fill the position.

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