Marketing Communications Specialist

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Marketing Communications Specialist!! 

Location: Hong Kong

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech Software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS):

HID Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS) is at the forefront of securing spaces with advanced, reliable access control solutions. From cutting-edge readers, credentials and controllers, to mobile and biometric technologies, HID PACS empowers organizations worldwide to protect their people, property and assets with scalable, high-quality solutions. 

This is more than just a job – it’s your chance to join an industry leader to drive innovation in access control and make a real impact on global security solutions.  

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us and help shape the future of security. 

Summary:

This marketing specialist role will be required to support the Marketing Manager in the daily marketing operations for the North Asia (China, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau) and Oceania. This role involves planning, coordinating and executing marketing activities that drive brand awareness, engagement, and business growth for HID in these regions.

Key responsibilities include managing online and offline media activation (such as events, social media, joint-marketing with partners / associations, marketing assets localization, etc.), supporting new product launches and working on localized marketing campaigns.  Reporting to the Marketing Communications Manager, North Asia and ANZ, this individual should feel comfortable working across time zones and with cross-functional teams, including central marketing team as well as local sales team.

This is an exciting, fast-paced position with the opportunity to work on the full breadth of marketing activities. If you’re a self-starter with experience in marketing communications and digital campaign management, we want to hear from you! 

As our Marketing Communications Specialist, you’ll support HID’s success by: 

• Work closely with the marketing manager to plan, develop & execute various marketing campaigns to drive traffic, leads and engagement.
• Assist in the coordination, execution and localization of campaigns and content assets (static and multimedia format), ensuring alignment with regional and global strategies.
• Support product launches, social media activities, channel marketing and sales enablement to promote brand value and contribute towards sales pipeline.
• Adapt global/regional materials to local needs and drive implementation, ensuring accurate and effective translation and localization in collaboration with product marketing and commercial teams.
• Track, analyze and report campaign performance to optimize marketing efforts.
• Contribute to process improvements and drive efficiency in day-to-day operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to execute result-driven campaigns across marketing channels including social media (WeChat), paid media, trade publication and associations.
• Organize and coordinate regional events in collaboration with cross-functional teams with support from events, demand generation and creative teams.
• Administrative duties for the region, including budget and supplier management. 
• Perform additional marketing-related duties as required.

Your Experience and Background include:  

• University graduate with previous experience in a similar marketing role
• 5+ years of experience in marketing communications experience in B2B environment, demand generation / omni channel marketing execution. Background in technology or equivalent industry is a plus.
• Regional or cross-region exposure is an advantage.
• Digital marketing experience is a plus.
• A team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and time management skills with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English and Chinese (Mandarin).
• Confident, collaborative and outgoing personality.
• Good understanding and appreciation of working in a multinational company.
• A self-starter with a results-oriented mindset. We’re looking for someone with a desire to expand marketing knowledge and gain exposure to a multitude of marketing practices.
• Must be available to travel for up to 30% of the time.
• High level of integrity, confidentially, and accountability.

Language Skills:                 

• Ability to effectively communicate in Mandarin and with excellent Chinese writing skill (Mainland Chinese).
• Strong written and spoken proficiency in English are required.

Computer Skills:   

• Strong experience in MS Office operating system and applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint.  
• Experience with CRM (Salesforce), Marketing automation (Marketo), Content Management System, analytics and business intelligence (reporting and analysis tools) is a plus, but not mandatory. 

Work Requirements:

• Compliance to all relevant HID Global policies and procedures related to Quality, Security, Safety, Business Continuity, and Environmental systems.
• Travel and fieldwork including international travel, therefore employee must possess or can acquire a valid passport.
• (If applicable) Must be legally eligible to work in the country you are hired.  

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.