Hong Kong is gradually working its way out of the economic doldrums. Major companies in the banking and finance sectors are taking the lead in boosting manpower in order to catch up with their business needs. It is a sign that the local job market is becoming active, with more job opportunities becoming available.
Despite this, job-seekers can still expect competition in the local job market to remain strong and so will need to spend a longer time job-hunting.
For those who are seriously thinking of a career change or seeking new opportunities, getting prepared and being resourceful in your job search are key to boosting your chances of securing an interview.
Riding on steady economic revival, employers are using different strategies to secure the right talent. Depending on the role of the candidate being sought, companies search through different channels including placing advertisements in recruitment publications, and subscribing to executive professional search agencies.
To maximise the chances of finding a new role, it is important for job-seekers to stay alert to the kind of jobs available in the industries or sectors they want to work in. To get a head start, it is important to keep an eye on salary trends and update your resume with your most recent qualifications and achievements.
Employers are now more resourceful in their mix of recruitment activities to attract candidates. These could include organising job fairs and going online to search for potential candidates on recruitment sites.