As the voice of British business in China we:
- Speak with business leaders at Rolls-Royce, The Economist, Shell and other British companies of all sizes on regulatory challenges and opportunities in China
- Present our research to the British Embassy, the Ministry of Commerce, the NDRC and other key government stakeholders
- Produce thought leadership pieces on topics such as the 14th Five-Year Plan, China-UK relations, China’s cybersecurity landscape and other critical topics for trade relations
We are looking for motivated and detail-oriented individuals to join a dynamic business organisation. The successful candidate will support on a variety of BritCham’s policy and advocacy work with the aim of influencing UK-China trade negotiations. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your own understanding of China’s policymaking and business environment.
What can we offer?
- The opportunity to interact with a wide range of British business leaders across all sectors to grow and develop your professional network
- Free place on our Young Professionals Development Programme (from September to December)
- An incredible office in the CBD with unlimited coffee
- Free gym access to the Trainyard – in Hotel Jen
- Career development and mentorship from the Chamber’s executive committee
- The opportunity to have a genuine impact
Government relations and policy intern (Chinese Native Speaker):
What will you be expected to do?
- Track policy developments relevant to British businesses in China
- Conduct research relating to the Chamber’s policy work
- Support communication with business and government stakeholders on policy issues/initiatives
- Assist with logistics in organising policy/knowledge events
- Support the policy team on the delivery of British Business in China: Position Paper 2023 (one of the Chamber’s two key policy documents), including assisting with organising roundtables, taking meeting notes, research and reviewing translation
- Assist in producing the Chamber’s ‘China in Five’ weekly policy updates
- Collate BritCham China members’ comments on draft regulations
- Assist in English-Chinese translation for Chamber communications and media copy
What do we expect from you?
- Chinese native speaker with excellent English language skills, preferably in Beijing
- Background in law, economics, business, public policy, international relations, languages or other relevant areas
- Can work 3-5 days a week, start preferably in July/August and work for 3-6 months
- A foundational understanding of China and Chinese public policy
- Strong personal interest in China’s industrial and trade policy
- Good research ability
- A strong work ethic
- IT skills (including Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite)
Policy intern
(Native or near-native English speaker):
What will you be expected to do?
- Support the policy team on the delivery of British Business in China: Position Paper 2023 (one of the Chamber’s two key policy documents), providing support across the whole process, including assisting with organising roundtables, taking meeting notes, research, drafting, launch and post-launch activities.
- Support communication with business and government stakeholders on policy issues and initiatives
- Assist with logistics in organising and delivering of policy and knoweldge events
- Assist in producing the Chamber’s ‘China in Five’ weekly policy updates
- Conduct research relating to the Chamber’s policy work and knowledge events
- Assit with drafting, editing, and proof-reading policy insights, reports and media copy for the Chamber
What do we expect from you?
- Excellent Chinese and English language skills
- Background in law, economics, business, public policy, international relations, languages or other relevant areas
- Can work 3-5 days a week, start preferably in February and work for 4-6 months
- A foundational understanding of China and Chinese public policy
- A strong work ethic
- Strong personal interest in China’s industrial and trade policy
- Good research ability
- IT skills (including Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite)
Please email a copy of your CV and a cover letter setting out your interest in applying for this position to: advocacy@britishchamber.cn .
Applications close on Friday 10th February 2023. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, and you are encouraged to apply at your earliest convenience.
