The Legislative Council Secretariat (“the Secretariat”) is looking for high-calibre individuals for appointment as Council Researcher in its Research and Information Division. Under the supervision of The Legislative Council Commission, the Secretariat’s mission is to provide efficient and professional secretariat, research and administrative support for the Legislative Council (“LegCo”), enhance community understanding of the activities of LegCo and ensure an effective avenue for redressing grievances of members of the public.
The main duties of a Council Researcher include:
(a) conducting policy research and analysis for LegCo, its committees and Members;
(b) monitoring developments on issues of public interest and preparing bilingual research publications on a need basis;
(c) providing research support for Members’ duty visits and meetings with visitors; and
(d) providing research support to senior staff in both the Research Office and the Library.
Entry requirements
Candidates should have:
(a) a recognized university degree, preferably in economics, laws, public administration, political science, journalism, statistics or related disciplines;
(b) at least six years’ relevant experience in independent research or related activities on a wide range of subject areas, preferably related to government policy research. Applicants with less than six years’ relevant experience may also be considered and, if appointed, will be offered an appropriate salary point below the minimum point of the salary scale for Council Researcher;
(c) excellent proficiency in Chinese and English, especially in writing;
(d) good knowledge of current political, economic and social affairs;
(e) good analytical, communication, interpersonal and supervisory skills; and
(f) the ability to work independently and under pressure.
All candidates should be willing to work beyond normal office hours and on holidays when needed.
The Secretariat may devise further criteria to shortlist applicants. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend a written test.
Remuneration
The starting salary is $64,780 per month, increasing by five annual increments to $81,510. There is also a monthly cash allowance for the rank of Council Researcher (the current rate is $1,210 per month). Successful candidates will be appointed on three-year agreement terms subject to renewal upon satisfactory completion of service, at which the appointee will be eligible for an end-of-agreement gratuity. The gratuity, when added to the employer’s contribution to a Mandatory Provident Fund Scheme, is equal to 15% of the total basic salary drawn during the agreement period. Fringe benefits include paid leave as well as medical and dental benefits.
Application
The Secretariat only accepts online applications for the above position. Applicants should apply online on or before 11 August 2025. Note They are required to upload full curricula vitae and cover letters in English highlighting their research experience and major achievements in their careers, and how they relate to the position that is being applied for . Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email or by phone. All personal data provided will be treated in strict confidence. Applicants not invited for interview or written test within eight weeks from the closing date may assume their applications unsuccessful.
As an equal opportunities employer, The Legislative Council Commission is committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination in employment with the Secretariat. The post advertised is open to all applicants meeting the basic entry requirements irrespective of their disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation and race. For more information on our policy on employment of persons with disabilities, please visit the LegCo Website .
Note Please note that the Secretariat has not authorized any employment agencies or third-party organizations to receive applications on behalf of the Secretariat.