The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Add Horsepower to Your Career: Redefine Your Future with HKJC In a fast-changing world, are you looking for more than just a job — a platform where your ideas can create real impact and your potential can thrive? At The Hong Kong Jockey Club, we are proud to be recognised as SEEK’s “APAC Employer of the Year” and the Jobsdb Hong Kong HR Awards 2025–26 “Grand Award of Recruitment”. Beyond racing and charity, we are advancing towards becoming a world-class sports and entertainment organisation. Through driving large-scale innovation and impactful community initiatives, we bring together top talent from Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland, and around the globe. Here, every role contributes not only to business growth, but also to a greater purpose — building a better society. We now invite you to go behind the scenes and hear directly from our Talent Acquisition team about what makes a career at HKJC truly meaningful. 👉 Read the full feature on @JobsDB via the link: https://lnkd.in/g_jZPCFk  #HKJC #HKJC_Careers #AddHorsepowerToYourCareer

HKJC Showcases Thought Leadership on Agentic AI at Tech Fest Hong Kong Our Chief Technology Officer, Gareth Tranter, recently represented The Hong Kong Jockey Club at TestFest—one of the region’s largest technology leadership forums, bringing together over 2,000 senior executives to shape the future of innovation. As a panelist in “Agentic AI – Redefining Customer Experience and Enterprise Structure,” Gareth shared how HKJC is actively harnessing next-generation AI technologies to move beyond traditional automation—deploying intelligent, goal-driven agentic systems that elevate customer experience and transform how work gets done. The discussion explored the critical shift from experimentation to scaled deployment, highlighting how leading organisations are translating AI from isolated use cases into enterprise-wide impact. Gareth also emphasised the importance of robust governance, disciplined frameworks, and responsible design—ensuring innovation is both sustainable and trusted. At HKJC, our focus is not just on adopting emerging technologies, but on shaping how they are applied—combining cutting-edge AI with human insight to unlock new value for our customers, our people, and the broader community. #HKJC #AgenticAI #Governance #FutureOfWork #TechnologyLeadership

We recently had the privilege of hosting a group of students and graduates from CareER Association at The Hong Kong Jockey Club — an experience that was as inspiring for us as we hope it was for them. The visit offered a behind‑the‑scenes look at HKJC’s unique integrated business model—where world-class racing and entertainment come together with a deep commitment to community impact as one of the world’s leading charity donors. But more importantly, it was about people, potential, and possibilities. Through sharing sessions with our colleagues, including insights from Alex Bowen on innovation and cross-functional collaboration, participants explored what meaningful careers can look like at HKJC. We also introduced our Management Trainee and Internship Programmes, along with practical guidance on navigating recruitment and interviews—demystifying the journey into the workplace. A highlight of the day was the immersive experience into our broadcasting operations led by Chan Wai Li Gary —where participants stepped into our studios, explored production environments, and engaged directly with our teams. The curiosity, energy and conversations throughout were truly energising. Moments like these reinforce a simple belief: Inclusion isn’t just about access—it’s about opportunity, exposure, and belonging. At HKJC, we remain committed to creating pathways where diverse talent can learn, grow and thrive. A big thank you to Walter Tsui and the CareER Association community for spending the day with us—we look forward to staying connected and continuing this journey of inclusion together. #HKJC #HKJCCareers #AddHorsepowerToYourCareer #CareER #Inclusion #DiversityAndInclusion #CommunityImpact

Sealing his place among Hong Kong’s pantheon of equine immortals with triumph in the HK$13 million G1 Standard Chartered Champions & Chater Cup (2400m) at Sha Tin on Sunday (24 May) – and becoming only the third horse to clinch the Triple Crown – Romantic Warrior will be given a well-earned spell before trainer Danny Shum decides the champion’s racing future. Speaking immediately after Romantic Warrior claimed a record-extending 15th Group 1 by a Hong Kong horse under James McDonald, joining River Verdon (1993/94) and Voyage Bubble (2024/25) as a Triple Crown winner, Shum said: “I’m such a lucky guy, lucky trainer – because I can train Romantic Warrior.  “Before the race we already set up the plan – put him to sleep, let him relax, and try to hit the front. He hit the line in the last 400m, so James has done a great job, he’s top-class jockey.” Claiming a HK$10 million Triple Crown Bonus, Romantic Warrior boosted his world-record prizemoney earnings to HK$288.7 million for owner Peter Lau after the eight-year-old overcame Numbers by half a length with Deep Monster a further length-and-a-half away in third in 2m 26.67s – the same time Voyage Bubble recorded last season. 🔗 Explore more: https://lnkd.in/gRk8vajj #HKJC #HKJCRacing

The Hong Kong Jockey Club-supported Harmonious Horse International Exhibition Tour, part of the Club’s Year of the Horse campaign, held its Tsim Sha Tsui Community Exhibition Launch Ceremony on 16 May at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza. The exhibition showcases horse sculptures created by renowned artist Simon Ma and the works are on a year-long tour of Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, symbolising unity between the Club and the community. 🔗 Explore more: https://lnkd.in/grAU39gM #HKJC #YearoftheHorse

Welcoming Les Roches Master’s Students to The Hong Kong Jockey Club   The Hong Kong Jockey Club was delighted to host a group of Master’s students and faculty from Les Roches as part of their Hong Kong study tour, for a two-day visit to our Happy Valley Clubhouse and Racecourse.   The visit commenced with a series of presentations delivered by Thomas Hahn, Director of Membership Operations, and Paul Hotchan, Head of Talent Acquisition. Thomas provided an overview of the Membership & Customer Excellence division, highlighting its scale and scope across clubhouses, racecourse operations, and customer experience functions. He emphasised that delivering exceptional member experiences requires a strong service culture, operational excellence, and continuous innovation in hospitality.   Paul shared insights into HKJC’s integrated business model, illustrating how the Club combines world-class racing, entertainment, and membership services with a clear social purpose—acting for the betterment of society. He also highlighted HKJC as a unique platform that offers purpose, scale, and opportunity for future hospitality and business leaders.   Students then participated in a comprehensive tour of our facilities, including both front-of-house and back-of-house operations, such as the staff gym, pool view, restaurants and other key member areas. The visit concluded with a networking reception featuring a selection of international refreshments.   The programme continued with an evening at the Happy Valley Racecourse Beer Garden, where students experienced the vibrant atmosphere of Happy Wednesday from a reserved balcony—gaining first-hand exposure to HKJC’s world-class racing and entertainment offering.   This visit reflects HKJC’s ongoing commitment to engaging with global academic institutions and supporting the development of future industry leaders. We are proud to share our expertise and provide meaningful, real-world learning experiences.   #HKJC #LesRoches #HKJCCareers #AddHorsepowerToYourCareer #GlobalTalent

The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) and the city of Deauville, France on 13 May signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen collaboration in the fields of equine sports development including horse riding, horse supply, and equine health and welfare. Christile Drulhe, Consulate General of France in Hong Kong and Macau said, “this agreement gives a new momentum to a relationship founded on trust, shared values, and a common identity related to equestrian excellence. It was made possible by the long-standing exchanges between France and The Hong Kong Jockey Club, notably the yearly France Galop Cup as well as the yearly HKJC trophy races in Deauville in August. I am delighted to see the partnership between France and Hong Kong around the horse brought to a new level, which reflects France and Hong Kong’s joint desire to deepen their exchanges in sports and tourism.” Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, Chief Executive Officer of The Hong Kong Jockey Club said Hong Kong and France share a deep passion for the horse. Racing is also deep-rooted in their communities, bringing people together in their love of sport. Mr Engelbrecht-Bresges added that French May this month will see Hong Kong celebrating the very best of France. The MOU with Deauville strengthens HKJC’s relationship with French horse sports still further. This year, being the Year of the Horse in the Chinese calendar, is even more meaningful, with special events organised in Hong Kong to share the love of the horse. Philippe Béhuet, Deputy Mayor of Deauville and Special Representative of the Mayor of Deauville said, “Deauville and Hong Kong may be oceans apart, but we are joined by the same spirit — a love for horses, sport, elegance, and tradition, as well as a constant drive for innovation and excellence. The values upheld by The Hong Kong Jockey Club deeply resonate with those of our town, which has long been in both places the home to world-class horse events. Together, we can foster new opportunities, inspire young talent, and strengthen the enduring bond between our communities.” 🔗 Explore more: https://lnkd.in/g8--2JVN #HKJC

Established in 1998, The Hong Kong Jockey Club Scholarships are dedicated to nurturing compassionate and socially-minded leaders for the betterment of Hong Kong. The Scholarships support outstanding students across diverse backgrounds. Scholarship recipients, known as Jockey Club Scholars or JC Scholars, not only excel academically and professionally but also demonstrate a strong commitment to making a positive impact in their communities.   To cultivate a strong pipeline of innovation and technology talent, the JC STEM Early Career Research Fellowship for Translation and Application, launched in 2024, provides comprehensive support and unique opportunities for early‑career researchers to advance research translation, expand professional networks and create social impact. #HKJC #HKJCScholarships #JCSTEMFellowship 

In support of cross‑sector collaboration to advance sustainable development, The Hong Kong Jockey Club, through its Charities Trust, has approved a donation of over HK$426 million to support The University of Hong Kong (HKU) in establishing and operating the HKU Jockey Club Enterprise Sustainability Global Research Institute. The donation also supports the creation of The Hong Kong Jockey Club Endowed Professorships, with the aim of bringing together distinguished international scholars from diverse fields to provide global insights into local needs and to transform research findings into practical policy recommendations and solutions for a more liveable and resilient Hong Kong - so contributing to the betterment of society. 🔗 Explore more: https://lnkd.in/gspFB35y #HKJC #HKJCCharitiesTrust

The Hong Kong Jockey Club celebrated Hong Kong’s next generation of leaders and innovators at its Scholarships and Fellowships Award Presentation Ceremony and High Table Dinner on April 28. In total 110 scholarships and 10 STEM fellowships were presented and 45 graduating JC Scholars recognised. The annual event, which also saw the inauguration of five Endowed Professorships, underlined the Club’s long-standing commitment to education and talent development. Speaking at the ceremony, Club Chairman The Hon Martin Liao said that the Club well understands that people are Hong Kong’s most precious resource. That is why the Club has long invested in human capital and education, to propel the city’s economic development and sustain the prosperity of our nation. Congratulations to everyone on their well-deserved achievements! 🎓 🔗 Explore more: https://lnkd.in/guq6G7YJ #HKJC #JCScholarships