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Best Recruitment Agencies in China
Find top recruitment and staffing agencies in China. Whether you're looking for specialized talent or general hiring support, explore experienced recruitment firms that understand the local market and can help you build the perfect team.
Agency | Specialization | Country | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|
Finance +85 more | |||
Human Resources +1 more | |||
Business +1 more | |||
Recruitment +12 more | |||
Business +1 more | |||
Business Consulting +11 more | |||
Human Resources +2 more | |||
Human Resources +1 more | |||
Sales +1 more |
China's
Economic indicators
2
World ranked
China ranks 2 in the world by current economic output
$17.8tn
Nominal GDP (US$)
GDP reflects the overall size and economic strength of the country's economy.
1
APAC ranked
China is ranked 1 in APAC by economic output in the region
GDP growth (%)
GDP growth explained
The chart compares how GDP has grown for China, its region, and the world over the last seven years. Positive growth indicates an expanding economy; negative growth may signal contraction and affect hiring activity.
1%
Current rate
▲ 0.8% increase
Inflation represents the rate at which prices rise and purchasing power diminishes. High inflation may prompt employees to seek higher wages, potentially impacting company profitability and hiring strategies.
China's inflation rate
120 days
Maternity leave
China's maternity leave offers 120-158 days with full pay, extendable for complications. Paternity leave is 7-30 days, fully paid. Parental leave in Beijing/Shanghai is 5 days/year until child turns 3.
180 days
Sick leave
In China, employees can have up to 180 days of paid sick leave, with varying rates and payers based on duration and tenure. Benefits range and complexity is notable.
Cost of living
Cost of living index explained
The cost of living has a direct impact on salary expectations and the competitiveness of compensation packages. It can influence the appeal of certain locations for both employers and candidates.
China's
Labor market
China vs world population age distribution
1.4bn
Population
China has a population of about 1.4bn. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.
11 days
Minimum annual holidays
Minimum annual holidays reflect mandated leave. Hiring in countries with high allowances (over 25 days) may require emphasizing work-life balance when recruiting.
45 hrs
Average working full time week
Standard workweek is Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week, extendable to 6 days, 44 hours. Overtime is paid at 150% on weekdays, 200% on weekends, 300% on holidays, with a 36-hour monthly cap and 3-hour daily limit.
4.7%
Current percentage
▼ 0.3% reduction
China's unemployment rate is healthy, indicating a well functioning labor market with good job opportunities for most people. Between 2022 and 2023, there was a small decrease in unemployment, suggesting continued economic stability with a slight improvement in job availability
Unemployment rate
China's
Top performing companies and industries
Top performing companies
- Byd
- Jingdong Mall
- Yum China
Top industries
- Services
- Industry and Manufacturing
- Agriculture
Ratio of males to females (by age)
72 / 61
Male
In China there is a medium gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating moderate inequality with some progress towards gender parity.
China's
Religion and ethnicity
Religion
In religiously diverse countries, a broad sourcing and engagement approach whilst appealing to inclusive practices resonates with this candidate market. In homogeneous environments, understanding dominant cultural norms is often more important when engaging with talent.
Ethnicity
In ethnically diverse countries, there may be a greater variety of candidates with different cultural backgrounds. Employers may need to focus more on inclusive hiring practices to attract talent from across different ethnic groups.