Executive Assistant

Role summary

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Citi is seeking an Executive Assistant in Hong Kong to provide reliable administrative and organizational support to senior leaders or a business team. Typical requirements include several years of executive or senior-level administrative experience, strong English communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, excellent calendar and meeting coordination abilities, and careful handling of confidential information. Cantonese or Mandarin may be advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to manage schedules, arrange travel and meetings, prepare documents and presentations, process expenses, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and handle competing priorities professionally. Discretion, accuracy, sound judgment, responsiveness, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced financial-services environment are essential.

About the employer

Citi is a major global financial institution serving individuals, businesses, governments, and institutional investors across numerous countries and markets. Its businesses include corporate and commercial banking, investment banking, markets, transaction services, private banking, and consumer financial services. Citi’s Hong Kong operations support the bank’s Asia-Pacific network and work with multinational companies, financial institutions, and regional clients. The company offers a highly international workplace where employees collaborate across cultures, business lines, and time zones. Roles typically emphasize ethical conduct, regulatory awareness, client service, teamwork, and operational excellence. As a large, regulated bank, Citi generally provides structured career development, professional training, employee benefits, and opportunities to move across functions or geographies, although expectations can be demanding and workloads may fluctuate with business priorities.

Working in Hong Kong

Hong Kong offers strong opportunities in banking, finance, technology, professional services, logistics, retail, hospitality, and education. Its culture combines Cantonese traditions with a highly international business environment; English is widely used in offices, while Cantonese and Mandarin are valuable for many roles. The lifestyle is energetic, safe, and convenient, with excellent public transport, extensive dining, shopping, hiking, and nearby beaches. Housing is expensive, particularly on Hong Kong Island and in central Kowloon, so many professionals choose areas such as the New Territories or lease with roommates. Foreign employees normally need an employment visa sponsored by a Hong Kong employer, with approval depending on qualifications, salary, and the role’s business justification. Relocating requires arranging housing, banking, insurance, and tax matters. Dependants may generally apply for dependant visas, subject to immigration approval.