Assistant Manager (Temporary Appointment)

This position is posted by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU). Job Ref: 261027008 學系/部門：Knowledge Transfer and Entrepreneurship Office Category: Management / Professional 截止日期：10 November 2026 Source: PolyU Careers Apply: https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/job_detail.php?job=261027008 ---

(Ref. 261027008)

[Appointment period: twelve months]

Duties

The appointee will be required to:

(a) assist in overseeing the development and operation of the entrepreneurship funding and investment programmes in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area;

(b) work closely with the start-ups supported by the University to provide necessary support and guidance for the development of entrepreneurship;

(c) support the organisation of meetings and events, including committee meetings, investor meetings, pitching sessions, roadshows, and other stakeholder engagement activities;

(d) support the assessment of prospective start-ups and investment opportunities through company, market and technology research, preliminary financial and commercial analysis, due diligence, and the preparation of investment proposals, presentation materials and related documentation;

(e) assist in portfolio management and reporting activities related to the University’s investments in start-ups, including the collection and analysis of investee-company updates, maintenance of portfolio records, and the preparation of periodic reports and meeting materials;

(f) build and maintain relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, industry partners, advisors, and other innovation ecosystem stakeholders to support investment, fundraising, and collaboration opportunities; and

(g) perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of Knowledge Transfer and Entrepreneurship or his/her delegates.

Working on irregular hours including weekday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays, and occasional travel outside Hong Kong may be required.

Qualifications

Applicants should:

(a) have a recognised degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, Science, Technology Management or a related discipline;

(b) have at least five years of solid professional and relevant experience, preferably with experience in venture capital, private equity, investment management, corporate finance, technology commercialisation, innovation management or consulting;

(c) have a sound understanding of venture investment processes, including opportunity assessment, due diligence, transaction execution and portfolio management;

(d) have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, with fluency in Putonghua being an advantage;

(e) be creative, highly independent and motivated with a strong sense of ownership;

(f) be a good team player with excellent interpersonal, analytical, communication, presentation and project management skills; and

(g) be highly motivated, result-oriented and willing to work under tight schedules with positive working attitude.

Conditions of Service

A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.

Consideration of applications will commence on 10 November 2026 until the position is filled.