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Permanent recruitment
Attract the right talent for your business through our permanent recruitment solutions tailored to your hiring needs. Partner with our industry-leading recruiters who will support your vision by connecting you with permanent professionals who will propel your business forward.
People are at the heart of every business.
As global leaders in recruitment, we understand hiring the right people unlocks your ability to deliver key goals. Hiring the wrong people, no matter how talented, can hold your organisation back while your competition thrives.
To attract the professionals that can take your business forward, you need to tell your organisation’s unique story in a truly engaging way. That’s why it's vital to partner with a job agency in China that deeply understands you, your market and the professionals you need.
At Robert Walters, we see beyond the job description to understand your organisations real story. We then use our specialist industry expertise, hyper- local knowledge of China and global reach to champion your story and connect you with the best professionals who will transform your business.
Trusted by over 11,000+ organisations
Our expertise
Secure top talent for your next hire
Let us connect you with the talent that can take your business forward.
Why choose Robert Walters to handle your permanent recruitment needs?
- Recieve a tailored service. With over 38 years in operation, we have gained a proven record as a permanent recruitment agency that delievers a professional service that is crafted to meet your business needs globally and locally in China.
- Partner with industry experts. Many of our permanent recruitment consultants come from the industries they serve, offering hyper-specialist knowledge of China’s job market and the industry you operate in.
- Acquire data driven insights. Our permanent recruitment strategy is highly targeted, defined by the insights of our market intelligence function.
- Take advantage of our global reach. Our International Candidate Management teams have access to the top talent pools from across the globe.
- Share our expertise. Giving you access to our specialist knowledge and in-depth experience though a broad range of insights, advice and thought leadership.
Permanent hiring in China: Our specialist recruitment approach
We pair you with a consultant proficient in your industry, specialising in matching candidates possessing the unique skills your organisation requires. Supplying you with a comprehensive shortlist aligned to your recruitment brief.
Our specialists conduct thorough research, multi-channel sourcing, and market mapping to build a personalized talent pool. This approach grants unparalleled access to both active and passive job seekers beyond traditional channels.
Whether you are scaling a team or seeking cover for existing positions, we offer continuous support to both you and the candidates throughout the entire hiring process, from application to their first day in the role.
Our track record
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43,000
Professionals we help start their next chapter
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11,000
Organisations who we help acquire talent
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85%
Of professionals refer us to a friend
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90%
Of organisations recruit more than one role through us
Speak to our expert permanent recruiters
Sihui Lei
Human Resources, Shenzhen
Sihui leads the Commerce division in Southern China, covering Financial Service, Supporting functions, Sales & Marketing and Supply Chain.
Sophia Zhang
Accounting & Finance, Tech & Transformation, Suzhou
With 14 years experience, Sophia leads the Commerce Finance & IT division in Suzhou, specialising in recruiting high-end positions for industrial enterprises.
Chloe Wang
Marketing, Suzhou
With her solid experience and industry knowledge, Chloe specialises in B2B industrial commercial positions recruitment, such as Sales & Marketing, Services, Sourcing & SCM.
Linva Wang
Tech & Transformation, Shenzhen
Linva leads the Tech and Engineering team in Southern China and is a specialist of helping clients to achieve business growth, leadership training and development.
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FAQ's
Permanent recruitment serves as an excellent solution for businesses seeking to meet long-term resource requirements. Within this model, organisations engage potential employees under contracts without predefined end dates. This traditional employment approach involves direct hiring by the company or a preferred third-party agency, ensuring roles remain open-ended.
Permanent recruitment offers valuable advantages for businesses looking to fill gaps or scale their teams for long-term growth. This solution ensures consistency in knowledge, serving as a stable resource for teams and organizations. Moreover, it fosters talent investment, nurtures company culture, retains expertise, provides cost-efficiency, and enhances overall productivity.
The primary differences between contract and permanent recruitment revolves around the duration or nature of employment. Contract recruitment provides flexibility for short-term projects or specific tasks requiring temporary assistance, allowing for rapid adaptation. Permanent recruitment focuses on establishing a stable resource for long-term strategic goals within the organization.
We recommend getting in touch to explore the best option for your organizational requirements. Reach out to us today for initial discussion.
Our Salary Survey is the most comprehensive guide of salaries and hiring trends in the China. Based on the analysis of over 100,000 permanent, interim and contract placements, the Salary Survey covers China-specific salary and benefits insights across multiple industries.
Request your copy of the Salary Survey guide to accurately benchmark salaries to attract and retain top talent.
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If you're growing your team or simply need to retain the talent you have, the Salary Survey guides you with the insights you need to have the right team in place to keep your business moving.