UK talent connect with Hong Kong and mainland China employers at London career showcase

Government office Hong Kong Talent Engage hosted a career showcase in London to promote the city's advantages and facilitate connections between professionals from Hong Kong and mainland China. The event, held at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre on October 17-18, attracted over 4,500 UK-based talent interested in job opportunities in Hong Kong and mainland China. The showcase featured more than 50 employers from various industries, including banking, technology, engineering, and professional services.

The city's efforts to attract skilled professionals have been recognized by the International Institute for Management Development, which placed Hong Kong second among 70 global economies in the 2026 World Competitiveness Ranking. Hong Kong's strengths include a robust financial system, investment in innovation, and close connectivity to mainland China. Since 2022, the government has introduced various admission measures, resulting in more than 320,000 arrivals since the beginning of the year.

Hong Kong Talent Engage was established in 2023 to promote the city's opportunities and talent schemes internationally while helping newcomers settle in and build connections. The organization has carried out more than 100 outreach visits since its inception. The Hong Kong ‧ Global Talent & Career Showcase received positive feedback, with 90% of attendees reporting that it enhanced their understanding of Hong Kong and the mainland, and 95% expressing a higher likelihood of exploring job opportunities in both places.

Speakers at the event highlighted Hong Kong's role as a catalyst for global talent to work, live, and thrive. Paul Moody, managing director of global partnerships and client solutions at CFA Institute, emphasized the importance of talent that can connect across systems and the city's unique advantages. Ian Choy, executive director of people and culture, corporate communications, and administration at Gammon Construction, praised the quality and proactiveness of potential candidates attending the event.