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Master communication in Hong Kong with our top 10 tips. From understanding cultural nuances to leveraging technology, learn how to navigate the vibrant business landscape effectively.

Discover why IT contracting in Hong Kong could be your best career move yet. Learn about the high demand for specialized skills, flexibility, higher earning potential, diverse projects, and networking opportunities.

Learn how AI is revolutionizing recruitment in Hong Kong, boosting efficiency, cutting costs, and creating a fairer hiring process. Find out how local businesses can leverage AI for better hiring outcomes.

Unlock your contracting potential in Hong Kong. Navigate tax implications, optimize your online presence, and embark on a successful journey.

Explore essential factors for hiring tech talent in Hong Kong. From local skills pools to competitive compensation, discover strategies for successful recruitment.

Discover the best attire for in-person and remote job interviews in Hong Kong. Learn how to make a great first impression with professional and comfortable outfits.

Discover the six essential qualities of an inspirational modern leader. Learn how to adapt leadership styles for a VUCA world, build trust, and commit to lifelong learning.

Learn how to write a skills-based CV with our step-by-step guide. Highlight your skills effectively to stand out in the competitive job market. Examples included.

Learn what’s in store for Banking & Financial Services leaders and candidates as we navigate rising compliance trends, next steps and in-demand roles in Hong Kong.

Offboarding refers to the procedure of guiding employees as they exit the organization. Ensuring both onboarding and offboarding processes are seamless and efficient is crucial for maintaining a positive experience for employees.

Learn what’s in store for human resources leaders and candidates as we navigate AI in recruitment, leaner budgets and alternative solutions to talent in Hong Kong.

There’s a line in Kenny Rogers’ song ‘The Gambler’, where he imparts some sound advice: “You’ve got to know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em”. He was sharing a poker metaphor for life, but the line resonates for staff retention strategies. You must learn to recognise when to retain the right people and know when to lose those who are not right for your business. Both retaining and...

Discover the best routes to a cyber security career in Hong Kong. Learn about the skills employers are looking for and how to upskill to secure your future in cyber security.

Discover why people skills are crucial for career growth in Hong Kong in 2024. Learn how to develop communication, empathy, and other soft skills to thrive in the workplace.

Managing a contingent workforce can be an effective way to fill internal resource gaps efficiently. However, as your contingent staffing programme matures, using third-party labour hire firms to engage contractors can separate you from your contingent workers.

Explore the growing demand for tech talent in Hong Kong. Understand how digitisation, remote work, and technological advancements are reshaping the tech job market. Stay informed with Hays Insights.

Discover the key steps and best practices for pre-employment screening in Hong Kong. Ensure compliance and hire the best candidates with our comprehensive guide.

The official message for Earth Day 2024 has been for a reduction in plastic pollution, with the target of decreasing production by 60% in the next 15 years. We know that plastic pollution poses a severe threat to our oceans and wildlife, so I welcome the opportunity around Earth Day to raise awareness. 

If you landed on this page, chances are you’ve been thinking about making a change to your career. Perhaps you’ve been looking to accelerate your career in a way your time as a full-time employee in Hong Kong SAR hasn’t been able to do for you. Maybe you’re looking to break into a whole new industry and you’re looking to get your foot in the door. Or this might be a particularly difficult time...

  Introduction: At Hays, we are proud of our commitment to climate action and our journey towards achieving net-zero emissions. We have had our science-based targets for carbon emission reductions approved in support of our aspiration for net zero. We are making progress with a target of a 50% reduction in our Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions versus 2020 by 2026, and a 50% reduction in...