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Careers Interested in joining our team? View our available positions below, or send us your CV to see if you could be a fit! If you would like to know how our past trainees found their experience, view their interviews here . Marketing Trainee Starting Date: ASAP Duration 3-6 onths Job Summary: ​ EuroCham is looking for a Marketing Trainee for a period of 3 to 6 months. Please note that this role is voluntary. The Trainee should ideally be a student of marketing, design, web programming or any related fields. Responsibilities: ​ ​1. Content creation and management: Design and produce marketing materials, including website content, newsletters, social media posts, press releases, and promotional materials. Ensure consistency in brand messaging and maintain the Chamber's online presence. Familiarity with basic design concepts and tools: Canva, Wix. 2. Implementing marketing strategies: Collaborating with the marketing manager to implement social media, website and marketing plans and campaigns that align with the Chamber's objectives and target audience. 3. Event coordination and promotion: Supporting the planning, organization, and promotion of Chamber events, such as seminars, workshops, networking sessions, and conferences. Collaborating with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless execution. Requirements: ​ • Design and web design skills. • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. • Excellent copywriting and content creation abilities, keen eye for detail and accuracy. • Experience in managing social media platforms and utilizing digital marketing tools. • The ability to work on multiple projects at one time. Ability to produce materials quickly and on short notice. Independent worker. Awareness of deadlines. Time management skills. • Highly motivated, proactive. Able to work independently and as part of a team. The position is in hybrid mode, both out of our office in Causeway Bay and remotely. Duties and requirements may shift based on the organization's needs and priorities. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to marketing@eurocham.com.hk Contact Us At the moment there are no vacancies. We update our job openings frequently, so be sure to check back on a regular basis for new opportunities to join our team Project Coordinator Trainee Starting Date: TBD EuroCham is looking for a Project Coordinator Trainee for a period of 3 to 6 months. Please note that this role is voluntary. The Trainee will assist EuroCham's Business Councils with their lobby & advocacy activities as well as support EuroCham’s General Manager with the overall operations. The Trainee should ideally be a student of international relations, management, economics studies, or any related fields. ​ The Projects Coordinator Trainee’s responsibilities will include: Participating in the meetings of the councils and assisting the members in the research and analysis of European-related business, trade and investment issues in Hong Kong based on particular councils’ industry sector Conducting interviews with stakeholders, summarising information, and writing reports Managing and assisting in various events organised by the councils Providing clerical and administrative support to the team About EuroCham’s Business Councils The aim of the Business Councils is to discuss common challenges member companies are facing, provide a platform for dialogue with Hong Kong authorities, and publish position papers to put forward recommendations to the Hong Kong Government. The councils consist of members from various leading companies in their respective fields. EuroCham currently manages seven Business Councils and one Working Group representing specific industries: European Automotive Council (EAC) Wine and Spirits Business Council (WSBC) European Tourism and Travel Business Council (ETTBC) Sustainable Finance Working Group (SFWG) Application Please apply by emailing your CV, cover letter and Hong Kong visa status to businesscouncils@eurocham.com.hk Contact Us

< Back Economic Outlook for 2021 5 February 2021 Online ​ In the current global economic setting, are you wondering what this 2021 has in store for us? Join the webinar on Feb 5th, and hear Taimur Baig , Managing Director and Chief Economist at DBS Bank and Janet Pau , Director of The Economist Corporate Network in Hong Kong, addressing some of this year’s economic wonders. We walk you through the estimates of the momentum in place for ASEAN growth, trade, and inflation; as well as take stock of the currency, credit, commodity, and interest rates markets, most of which are already at risk of being over-valued, but with no let-up in investor enthusiasm. We will also examine the impact of the recent spate of trade and investment deals (from RCEP and CAI) and the new era of China-US relationship – unraveling business opportunities for European and international companies and tapping into the macroeconomic impact worldwide, in the mid and long-term. The webinar will be opened and moderated by Philippe Van Hoof , Managing Director & Head of Financial Institutions Asia at ING Bank N.V., Singapore Branch, as well as Vice-President at EuroCham Singapore. Date: 5th February 2021 Time: 15:30-16:30 Fees: 40 HKD for Members, 80 HKD for Non-Members Join us to find out more! Previous Next

< Back Scaleup Impact Summit by WHub 24 May 2021 Online WHub will be hosting its annual Scaleup Impact Summit (SIS) on May 25 & 26, 2021! WHub will be hosting its annual Scaleup Impact Summit (SIS) on May 25 & 26, 2021! SIS21 will bring together entrepreneurs, creators, business contributors, and investors from all around the world. As the largest tech and scaleup movement happening in Asia, not only will this open up possibilities for your startups, but also forge many futures as they join on this wondrous journey of creating impact. SIS21 redefines startup conferencing for the next decade: Conducted (in hybrid) both online and office with social distancing and aiming full global scale! Join WHub from all around the world, feel innovation before it happens, hear from inspiring entrepreneurs, find investment opportunities, get selected for your next POCs, find talent for your dream team and connect with key ecosystem players to redefine the future. EuroCham is happy to offer a 10% discount on tickets, please click here to buy yours! Previous Next

< Back Hong Kong Business Updates 26 November 2020 Online What are your views on the current challenges and opportunities for European companies looking to do business in Hong Kong? What are your thoughts on year 2021? What are your views on the current challenges and opportunities for European companies looking to do business in Hong Kong? What are your thoughts on year 2021? What impact would the latest Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) bring to Hong Kong? This webinar is co-hosted by the Austrian, Danish, German, Norwegian and Finnish Chambers of Commerce in Hong Kong. Join us to find out more! Speakers: Frederik Gollob , Chairman, The European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong Hans Poulis, Chairman, Netherlands Hong Kong Business Association; Vice-Chair, The Federation of Hong Kong Business Associations Worldwide Anson Bailey, Head of Consumer & Retail, ASPAC; Head of Technology, Media & Telecoms, Hong Kong, KPMG Moderator: Daisy Ip, Director, UK, Benelux and Ireland, Hong Kong Trade Development Council, London Date: 26th November 2020 Time: 09:00GMT; 10:00CET; 17:00 HKT Fees: HKD80 for Members; HKD120 for Non-Members Do not hesitate to contact us if you have further enquiries. Previous Next

< Back SFWG Launch event: Hong Kong's Got ESG Talents 19 Set 2022 19/F, COFCO Tower, 262 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay Previous Next

< Back Hong Kong: an Irreplaceable Business Hub for Capturing Opportunities in Asia 10 June 2021 Online ​ The outbreak of COVID-19 not only poses significant challenges for the global economy, but also underlines the need for concerted efforts in strengthening cooperation and innovation in various industries. Organised by Hong Kong Trade Development Council and co-organised with the 18 Hong Kong Business Associations of the Federation of Hong Kong Business Associations Worldwide in Europe, this signature webinar will feature distinguished Hong Kong business leaders to share their insights on Hong Kong’s importance as a vibrant and dynamic business hub, as well as the preferred international platform for presenting opportunities in the Greater Bay Area and Asia to European companies. For more information and registration, please click here . Previous Next

< Back Speech by CE at EU and Hong Kong: The Green Way forum Info Gov HK 15 Sept 2021 On 16 September 2021, EuroCham, along with the EU Office to Hong Kong and Macao, hosted The Green Way, a sustainability forum wherein government officials and industry experts engaged in a dialogue to pinpoint key areas of focus for the respective parties to focus on to drive their climate agenda forward. In response to the important conversations that were had at the event, several press staff were present at the event. Following is the speech by the Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, at the EU and Hong Kong: The Green Way forum today (September 16): Thomas (Head of the European Union (EU) Office to Hong Kong and Macao, Mr Thomas Gnocchi), Frederik (Chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, Mr Frederik Gollob), ladies and gentlemen, Good afternoon. Before I speak on Hong Kong's "going green" agenda, let me first express my appreciation to the European Union Office to Hong Kong and Macao and the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong for jointly organising this event with InvestHK serving as a partner. With the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) due to take place later this year in Glasgow, it is indeed timely to focus our minds on this global issue. In fact, prior to COP26, my Government will publish a Climate Action Plan to map out the road to achieve carbon neutrality before 2050, a pledge I made in my Policy Address last year. View the rest of the speech here . View Source Previous Next

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< Back 6 March 2017 EUBIP Position Papers 2017 In line with the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong’s contributions to the European Union Business Information Programme (EUBIP), the EuroCham’s Business Councils have produced Position Papers for 2017. With these Position Papers, the ECC wants to facilitate an open and constructive dialogue to make Hong Kong’s business environment more competitive, encourage more European businesses to set up and expand their operations in Hong Kong. The Business Councils bring together professionals from the 1600 European companies operating in Hong Kong. When preparing the Position Papers, the Councils consulted experts and professionals in the respective fields, as well as the EU office in Hong Kong. The Following Business Councils have produced a Position Paper for 2017: The European Automotive Council’s (EAC) aim is for this position paper to lead to overall improvements in the following target areas: Regulations Inhibiting Future Technology, Greener Transportation Including Electrical Mobility and Manpower. EUBIP EAC 2017 Position Paper The Energy and Environment Business Council (EEBC) chose to highlight areas of concern surrounding a Circular Economy, Commodity Pricing, Glass Recycling and Food Waste Management. EUBIP EEBC 2017 Position Paper The Financial Services Business Council (FSBC) selected the status and development of financial technology (FinTech) in Hong Kong. It analyses the extent to which Hong Kong is prepared to harness the new opportunities presented by this emerging economic sector. EUBIP FSBC Position Paper 2017 The Information and Communication Technology Business Council (ICTBC) Position Paper analyses: Smart Cities, ICT Infrastructure Initiatives-Public Sector Data, ICT Application Initiatives-Mobility-as-a-Service, Ramping up Mechanisms for Attracting Competences, Companies and New Technologies, Innovation Procurement and, lastly, Tech Start-Up Ecosystems. EUBIP ICTBC 2017 Position Paper The Intellectual Property Rights Business Council (IPRBC) selected to analyse the following topics: Hong Kong’s Global Role in Counterfeit Trading, IPR Protection- On the Internet, IPR Protection at the Borders, IPR Protection on Inland and, at last, Co-operation and Awareness. EUBIP IPRBC 2017 Position Paper About EUBIP The EUBIP programme has been up and running since June of 2014. Its general objective is to strengthen economic partnership and business cooperation with Hong Kong and Macau. It also attempts to ensure that a stronger and more coordinated representation of European business and its interests are present in Hong Kong and Macao. For any enquiries, please contact EuroCham’s General Manager, Núria Sau (nuria.sau@eurocham.com.hk ) Previous Next

< Back Finance Secretary rejects issuing bonds SCMP 8 Feb 2021 The economy shrank 6.1% in 2020 amid the pandemic, the worst annual economic performance on record It was the second straight year the economy contracted following a GDP fall of 1.2% in 2019. GDP in the fourth quarter of 2020 dropped by 3% from the same period the year before, a slight improvement from a 3.6% contraction in the three months ending March. The Financial Secretary Paul Chan also reiterated the need to maintain the Hong Kong-US dollar peg, which he said had provided a good social and business environment. However, he conceded the policy would tie the government’s hands in tackling economic cycles by means of adjusting exchange or interest rates.ng September. Meanwhile, Financial secretary Paul Chan rejected suggestions to issue bonds to raise funds to cover deficits, warning it could shake the public’s confidence in the soundness of the city’s finances and in turn affect fiscal stability and security. Read the article here . Previous Next

< Back EU proposes tougher regulations on exporting trash Euronews 18 Nov 2021 The European practice of exporting pollution could soon end as the Commission presented a new proposal for stricter rules on waste shipments. Much of the waste the EU produces ends up much further away than its borders. Almost half of it ends up in countries where it is incinerated or where are no environmental guarantees – increasing the potential harm to nature. In 2020 the bloc exported 32.7 million tonnes of waste, most of it to Turkey. The EU now says there will be more scrutiny of shipments. Find out more here . Previous Next

< Back 20 January 2020 EAC Position Paper 2020 The European Automotive Council (EAC) of the European Chamber of Commerce has published its “Position Paper 2020 “. With this Position Paper the EAC aims to achieve overall improvements in the following target areas: Sustainable mobility Public light buses Utilisation of heavy vehicles Attract talent in Hong Kong Vehicle registration data Future trends of the automotive industry The enclosed version expresses the common work and views of the members of the EAC and contains recommendations for the next Policy Address of Government of Hong Kong SAR . Previous Next