1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (09 Mar, 2026)

Market Updates By Me2Works Published on 09/03/2026

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  • New Horizons Job Fair (Preparing for Mar 12-13): The Labour Department has announced a major job fair later this week at the Tsz Wan Shan Central Estate, offering over 2,900 vacancies across various industries.


  • GBA Youth Employment Scheme (2026 Intake): Recruitment is now in full swing for the 2026 cohort. The government is actively encouraging degree holders to apply for mainland-based roles with a guaranteed minimum monthly salary of $18,000, supported by government subsidies.


  • The "Upskill Hong Kong" Launch: Following the Feb 25 Budget, the Employees Retraining Board (ERB) has officially begun its transition into "Upskill Hong Kong." This week, the first wave of new skill-based training courses focusing on AI application was finalized for roll-out to the public.


  • Legal & Compliance Alert: A company was fined $66,500 on March 5 for contravening the Employment Ordinance (failure to pay wages and holiday pay), serving as a timely reminder for HR teams to audit their payroll before the upcoming Easter statutory holiday.