Human Resources & Payroll

Severance Payments in China: How the Abolition of Circular No. 481 Impacts Employers

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On November 24, 2017, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MHRSS) invalidated a number of guidelines for employers in China. In this article, we look at the implications for China-based employers.

Shanghai Residency Rules: Ban on Overseas Residency Suspended

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Shanghai has backtracked on plans to implement a controversial rule that would require Chinese citizens who have settled abroad to renounce their Shanghai residency.

Labor Dispatch in China: Definition, Scope, and Limit

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Due to its flexibility and lower cost, labor dispatch has traditionally been one of the most popular ways hire employees in China. In this article, we look at the practicalities of labor dispatch in China.

Structuring a Salary Package in China

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The structure of a salary package payable for each position in a China-based company should be given careful consideration. Here, we look at how to structure a salary package in China.

Registering for Social Insurance and the Housing Fund in China

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Although both employee and employer make contributions towards the social insurance funds in China, it is generally the case that the employer is responsible each month for withholding the contribution of the employee from gross salary, and making the employee’s contribution together with that of the employer.

Sexual Harassment under China’s Law: What Employers Need to Know

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The #MeToo movement has exposed sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior around the world, and China is no exception. In this article, we examine what employers can do to prevent sexual harassment in the Chinese workplace.

China’s 2018 Holiday Schedule

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China has announced its official holiday schedule for 2018. Here, we present China’s complete 2018 holiday schedule and highlight the biggest events of the year.

A Complete Guide to 2017 Minimum Wage Levels Across China

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Labor costs in China continue to rise – 19 regions have increased their minimum wages so far in 2017. In this article, we present minimum wage levels across China, and discuss changes to wages in 2017.

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