Human Resources & Payroll

Payroll Processing in China: Challenges and Solutions – New Issue of China Briefing Magazine

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The latest issue of China Briefing Magazine, Payroll Processing in China: Challenges and Solutions, is out now and available for complimentary download.

Shanghai Becomes First City in Mainland China to Grant Foreign Domestic Workers Residency

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On March 31, Shanghai became the first city in mainland China to grant a residence permit to a foreign worker providing domestic services. In this article, we discuss the requirements and application process for employing one.

Expecting in China: Employee Maternity Leave and Allowances

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Maternity leave in China can vary widely by location, especially in terms of ‘late maternity leave’ as determined by the local government. In this article, we explain maternity and paternity leave in China and detail the payment of maternity allowances.

Phishing in China: How To Protect Your Business

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According to a 2017 cybersecurity survey, security incidents in China and Hong Kong increased by more than 900 percent year-on-year in 2016. As businesses transform and introduce more digital platforms to interact with clients, phishing risks have increased in tandem.

Labor Markets in China’s Tech Cities: Shenzhen, Beijing, and Hangzhou

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China’s Beijing, Hangzhou, and Shenzhen are leading the way in tech innovation; however, competition to become “the Silicon Valley of Asia” is stiff. In this article, we explore the minimum and average wages in these cities, and examine IT wages in depth.

New Online Employment Visa Application Debuted in Shanghai

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On March 25, 2017, a new unified employment permit will be piloted in Shanghai. Replacing the previous foreign expert license and foreign expert certificate, applicants can now apply online for the new permit.

LGBTQ+ in the Chinese Workplace: Fostering an Inclusive Environment

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As awareness of LGBTQ+ issues in China rises, employers are facing newfound scrutiny over their treatment of sexual minorities. Here, we examine the experiences of LGBTQ+ employees in Chinese workplaces, and steps employers can take to develop inclusive work environments.

Evaluating Trade Union Law and Collective Bargaining in China: Key Considerations for Foreign Firms

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2016 was a landmark year for industrial action in China, with strikes spreading to retail and services – two of the sectors where China is pinning its hopes for economic growth. Here, we examine the role that collective bargaining can play in safeguarding worker rights and preventing future disruptions.

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