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 and regulatory developments relevant to British businesses in China
• Conduct research relating to the Chamber’s policy work
• Support the Chamber’s communication with businesses and government stakeholders on policy issues and initiatives
• Support the production of the Chamber’s flagship report, British Business Sentiment Survey, 2023-24
• Assist in producing the Chamber’s ‘China in Five’ weekly policy updates and creating communications copy for advocacy newsletters
• 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 September 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 summer projects, including assisting with meeting with members, taking meeting notes, research and reviewing translation
• Support communication with business and government stakeholders on policy issues and initiatives
• Assist with logistics in organising and delivering of policy and knowledge 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
• Assist 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 September 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 30th September 2023. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, and you are encouraged to apply at your earliest convenience.