Marketing Executive (at the rank of Clerk I II )
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Job Summary
Marketing Executive (at the rank of Clerk I / II) in the Hong Kong University Press (Ref.: 533828) (to commence as soon as possible on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme totaling up to 10% of basic salary with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance)
Hong Kong University Press (HKUP) has been a bilingual publisher of works both in English and Chinese. We publish scholarly works and professional books in law medicine education and social work by authors worldwide and reach a global audience through our print and digital distribution partners. As we approach our 70th anniversary in 2026 we invite you to join us in shaping the future of academic publishing.
We seek a Marketing Executive to support the Sales and Marketing Manager in strengthening HKUPs local and international profile. If you have a passion for academic publishing and are eager to implement innovative marketing strategies to reach a worldwide audience we would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive initiatives to enhance HKUPs brand image including campaigns for the 70th anniversary.
- Develop and execute publicity for 3550 new titles annually in English and Chinese. Create engaging and compelling content to broaden the reach of each publication across various channels.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with authors and industry stakeholders.
- Coordinate book reviews and media interviews; manage media contacts and review records.
- Organize HKUPs participation in local and international book fairs.
- Support marketing projects and events demonstrating versatility and teamwork.
- Assist with HKUP Bookshop operations (approx. 10 hours/week) and on/off-campus sales initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- A recognized degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in the publishing industry or relevant marketing fields.
- Strong creative mindset passion for books and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Excellent communication skills in both English and Chinese.
- Highly organized detail-oriented and proactive problem-solver.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator Photoshop and InDesign) as well as social media and website management.
- Experience in book sales media relations marketing copywriting and creating promotional materials for academic and trade audiences is highly desirable.
Those with lower qualifications and/or less experience may be considered for appointment as Clerk II.
We offer a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
The University only accepts online applications for this position. Applicants should apply onlineand uploading an up-to-date C.V. The review of applications will start from December 29 2025 and continue until January 31 2026 or until the position is filled whichever is earlier.
Key Skills
- Digital Marketing
- Performance Marketing
- B2B Sales
- Marketing
- SAAS
- Growing Experience
- Customer Acquisition
- Multichannel Marketing
- Affiliate Marketing
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Lead Generation
About Company
Established in 1911, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is the territory’s oldest institute of higher learning and also an internationally recognized, research led, comprehensive university.
