Careers

An international work experience

At AHK Greater China, we live our four core values Customer Orientation, Innovation, Trustworthiness, and Excellence. Our team shares a passion for these values and is dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients. With our extensive network of 150 offices across 93 countries and regions worldwide, we offer a truly international work experience that enables our employees to gain valuable insight into the global business landscape. In China, our main offices are located in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou and we have seven more offices throughout the country.

Opportunities for professional growth

At AHK Greater China, we believe in providing ample opportunities for professional growth. We encourage our employees to take ownership of their careers and provide them with the resources they need to succeed. We also offer opportunities for professional development through training programs, workshops, and other learning initiatives.

Prioritizing work-life-balance

In addition, we prioritize the well-being and work-life-balance of our employees. We provide a modern work environment and equipment and offer a generous annual leave package to ensure our colleagues feel valued and supported. Additionally, we offer comprehensive benefits packages including health insurance and other incentives.

Join us at AHK Greater China and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of Sino-German business cooperation.

Job Opportunities

Policy Researcher | Beijing | Posted on July 12, 2024

Responsibilities

  • Regularly monitor China’s national and regional policy documents relevant to Chinese-German trade and investment relations (laws, regulations, government programs, official statements in the local media etc.).
  • Assess the relevance of policy documents for the work of the AHK in China.
  • Identify the key points of policies which are of interest to AHK’s stakeholders, especially for German companies in China.
  • Prepare the essential policy content for internal and external communication to the relevant stakeholders.
  • Do in-depth research and analysis on specific policy topics of concern to the German business community.
  • Answer individual policy-related inquiries by member companies.
  • Regular analysis of economic figures, especially key figures of the Chinese economy and Chinese-German trade relations.
  • Carry out Call-for-Comments on laws and regulations.
  • Carry out other tasks as necessary.
  • Report to the national Head of Government Affairs & Advocacy.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor or master’s degree in politics, Economics, Law, Sociology, Public Relations Management or another academic field relevant for this position
  • Chinese native speaker, excellent in English, German a plus
  • Familiar with China’s national and regional economic policy environment, mastering methods of policy research and economic analysis, possessing policy analysis and judgement ability
  • At least 3 years of working experience in a similar or related field
  • Deep understanding of China’s policy landscape including the policy formulation process and the Chinese government’s structures and workflows.
  • Extensive knowledge of the political, economic, societal, and legal environment in China
  • High integrity and in-depth knowledge of how to collect, collate and analyze information from government and other institutions in China
  • Ability to compile essential policy content for AHK’s stakeholders in a concise and condensed way
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Organized working style, able to work independently

Please send your CV to Ms. Tina ZHENG 

Legal Associate, Legal & Invest Department | Shanghai/Beijing | Posted on June 21, 2024

Responsibilities

  • Provide consulting services for foreign-invested companies, especially German companies in China.
  • Project management in accordance with the client’s requirement, which includes but not limited to:
    • Foreign direct investment (FDI) Consulting
    • Company Establishment/Restructure
    • Contract Management
    • Intellectual Property Protection
    • Compliance Consulting
  • Support the development of new projects and business.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in China
  • Legal knowledge/background
  • Education background abroad plus
  • 1 - 3 years working experience regarding the FDI consulting preferred
  • Working experience at law firm or consulting company preferred
  • Chinese native speaker, fluent in English, fluent in German preferred
  • Good learning skills and open-minded
  • Strong communication and coordination skills
  • Ability to work independently and as a team player

Please send your CV to Ms. Tina ZHENG 

Market Cooperation Director | Beijing | Posted on April 26, 2024

Responsibilities:

  • Drive and develop cooperation opportunities with target government department / authorities and transfer cooperation leads to business projects.
  • Actively involve or lead projects in field of government cooperation, which includes but not limit to preparation of bidding material, close communication and coordination with stakeholders, project supervision and management, project closing and report preparation etc.
  • Actively explore and promote projects related to helping German companies grow in China and Chinese companies go to Germany.
  • Make resource/budget plan and lead the project execution team to achieve the project goals.
  • Attend meetings/events and other relevant activities organized by government, maintaining good relationship with customers.
  • Organize and receive the government visits with management team.
  • Other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above, major in business, economic, public relationship, foreign affairs, or relevant field preferred.
  • 7+ years of work experience with exposure in government related affairs with a certain understanding of the Sino-German business community.
  • Good knowledge in business and government environment in North China and deep understanding of government organizations and working processes.
  • Good negotiation skills and the ability to communicate with government officials.
  • Good business acumen with solid business development and customer engagement experience.
  • Good time management and problem-solving skills under both normal and urgent occasions, with the ability on multi-tasks in a dynamic working environment.
  • A strong team player with good interpersonal skills, self-initiated and results-oriented.
  • Be flexible and adaptable with innovative mindset.
  • Can work under pressure and accept frequent domestic travels.
  • Fluent in English & Chinese communication, German is a plus.

Please send your CV to  Ms. Tina ZHENG 


Internship Opportunities

Membership Data Intern | Shanghai | Posted on July 5, 2024

Your responsibilities:

  • Support for handling of membership inquiries and requests related to joining, renewing, payment, problems, visa benefits, member data, as well as events and other services in coordination with the Membership team.
  • Support for implementation and analyze of database, such as the planned “Membership Directory”, CRM Tools as well as maintenance and manage of database after implementation in coordination with the Membership team.
  • Support for Board Election processes, such as tracking progress and assisting with work.
  • Support Business Intelligence, such as Member News Collection.
  • Support for creation of Chamber Marketing related materials and events, such as members day, flyers, brochures etc.
  • Support all processes and tasks at hand in the daily business of BD & Membership team if needed.

Requirements:

  • Native Chinese speaker. Fluent in English, German is a plus
  • Service-orientation is needed
  • Flexible, self-motivated and responsible
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Good personal and social skills, such as diplomatic, intercultural and social competency
  • Ability to work independently
  • Starting from August or September, able to intern until Feb. 2025

Please send your CV to  Ms. Tina ZHENG 

Video Editing Intern | Shanghai | Posted on June 28, 2024

Responsibilities:

  • Closely working together with the AHK content creator in Shanghai
  • Assisting different types of video/photo projects (first idea, script, planning, photo/video shooting, post-processing and finalizing)
  • Responsible for editing videos, subtitling, color correction, audio processing, and ensuring quality output within given deadlines

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above with experience of editing (undergraduate student with related major also possible - depending on experience and skill set)
  • Fluent in Chinese and English (German is a plus)
  • Familiar with photo and video editing software (e.g. Final Cut, Davinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Canva etc.)
  • Creative mindset and hands-on experiences with camera equipment and lighting (photo and video shooting)
  • Willing to learn new knowledge, strong adaptability
  • Available at least three days a week in the office (minimum three-month internship availability)

Please send your CV to  Ms. Tina ZHENG 

New Media Operations Intern | Guangzhou | Posted on June 21, 2024

Responsibility

  • Design event posters and other forms of campaign materials
  • Assist with WeChat post, mailing, PPT production, etc.
  • Support in copywriting and CN-EN translation
  • Support in organizing events
  • Other tasks assigned by supervisor

Qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree or above; major in Visual Design / Advertising / Journalism / New Media is preferred
  • Strong sense of design and good writing skills
  • Proficiency in using Xiu Mi, PS/AI, ID, MS Office software
  • Experience of operation of social media is a plus
  • Chinese native speaker, good proficiency in English writing & speaking, German is a plus
  • Good communication and coordination skills
  • Willing to learn new knowledge, strong adaptability
  • Be able to work from June, 2024 and no less than 3 days a week for over 3 months (6 months preferred)

Please send your CV to  Ms. Tina ZHENG