The R of C is the head of the Companies Registry and is responsible for - <br> <br>

• (1)the planning and management of the overall operation of the Companies Registry; <br>
• (2)formulation of policies on the Registry’s operation, business and future development; <br>
• (3)provision of efficient and cost-effective services for the incorporation of companies, the registration of documents and the provision of company information to the public; <br>
• (4)the administration and enforcement of the licensing regimes for money lenders and trust and company service providers, including the enforcement of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing requirements; and <br>
• (5)the administration, enforcement and review of the Companies Ordinance, as well as other existing and new ordinances and regulations, falling within the purview of the Companies Registry from operational and enforcement perspectives.

Candidates must be permanent residents of the HKSAR at the time of appointment. They should have – <br> <br>

• (1)a Bachelor’s degree from a Hong Kong university, or equivalent; <br>
• (2)at least 15 years of postgraduate work experience including at least five years holding a senior administrative and managerial position in a sizable organization in the public, private or non-profit making sectors; <br>
• (3)strong leadership skills to effectively head a department with around 500 staff; <br>
• (4)good communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to deal effectively with a wide spectrum of people; <br>
• (5)the political acumen to recognise, give appropriate weight to and manage political sensitivities adeptly; <br>
• (6)ability to plan innovatively and provide strategic vision in the management of resources; and <br>
• (7)strong command of English (all things being equal, preference would be given to candidate who is also proficient in the Chinese language). <br> <br>Candidates who are a qualified legal practitioner (barrister or solicitor) in Hong Kong / recognised jurisdictions; or a certified public accountant or fellow of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants, or equivalent, will be an advantage. Preference will also be given to candidates with experience in company secretarial field and the operational aspects of the delivery of service to the public.