Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Shanghai, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Working in Shanghai
Shanghai's expatriate workers have benefited from the city's re-birth and tremendous growth of the past ten years – profiting from local real estate investments, manufacturing... read more
Working Hours
The standard work week in China runs Monday through Friday, 9:00 to 18:00. Overtime is the norm and most local companies don't compensate workers for staying late. Government offices and... read more
Finding Work
Shanghai remains a fast-moving dynamic job market: start-ups offer big responsibilities at the entry-level, multinationals grow and change quickly, and local companies provide an... read more
Voluntary & Charity Work
Shanghai-based charities need your time and thoughtful donations. Organisations sponsor children's education, provide medical supplies or give care and time to local elderly. Some groups... read more
Working As A Freelancer Or Contractor
Shanghai is home to many freelance graphic designers, writers, editors, photographers, programmers, interior designers, and architects, as well as a broad range of consultants. It's a... read more
Employment Contracts
An initial job offer is usually in verbal or written form. The formal offer should include your job title, salary (gross and net) and a start date. It's very common to negotiate your... read more
Labour Law
Employment regulations and procedures vary in different cities, though PRC Labour Law is applicable nation-wide. For specific questions, contact the Shanghai Labour Bureau (12333). The... read more
Changing Jobs
Young Shanghainese are notorious for constantly changing jobs, especially recent graduates, and many foreigners follow suit. According to Shanghai labour laws, when an expat changes... read more
