9 min read | Published: July 2026

Appointing senior leaders in China is one of the most consequential decisions international companies make.

Success depends on identifying leaders with the right industry expertise, cultural adaptability, strategic vision, and the ability to deliver results in one of the world's most competitive business environments.

8 min read | Last updated: July 2026

The executive search process provides a structured framework for identifying, assessing, and securing exceptional leadership talent.

A structured and research-driven approach enables organisations to identify, assess, and secure senior executives with the leadership capabilities, industry expertise, and cultural fit required for long-term success.

Unlike contingency recruitment, the executive search process follows a proven methodology designed to minimise hiring risk and improve decision-making. From defining the leadership profile and mapping the market to assessing candidates and supporting offer negotiations, each stage contributes to a successful executive appointment.

10 min read | Last updated: July 2026

Executive compensation in China is evolving rapidly as companies compete for experienced leadership talent in an increasingly competitive market. 

For international companies recruiting senior executives, understanding executive compensation has become an essential part of successful leadership hiring rather than simply a question of salary levels.

China's economy has grown into one of the world's largest, creating sustained demand for experienced executives across both domestic and international companies. As competition for senior leadership talent has intensified, executive compensation has become an increasingly strategic priority for boards, shareholders, and business leaders alike.

8 min read | First published: March 2017 | Last updated: July 2026

Retained executive search and contingency recruitment are two fundamentally different approaches to executive hiring.

When companies recruit senior executives or highly specialized professionals, they can either manage the recruitment process internally or partner with an external executive recruiter. Organizations typically choose between a contingency recruitment firm and a retained executive search firm, depending on the complexity, confidentiality, and strategic importance of the assignment.

9 min read | First published: July 2026

China's industrial sector is entering a new phase of transformation.

Digital manufacturing, artificial intelligence, robotics, industrial software and increasingly sophisticated domestic technology companies are reshaping the competitive landscape. Much has been written about these technological developments. Far less attention has been given to an equally significant consequence: the changing profile of industrial leadership.

For international companies operating in China, manufacturing transformation is no longer simply an operational challenge—it is a leadership challenge. 

10 min read | Published: July 2026

For decades, many multinational companies approached China primarily as a manufacturing base or sales market. Today, China is increasingly a source of innovation, leadership talent, and globally competitive business models.

Yet many executives continue to evaluate Chinese organizations through the lens of Western management theories and leadership frameworks. This often leads to misunderstandings about how decisions are made, how organizations are managed, and what leadership qualities drive success in the Chinese market.

6 min read | Published: July 2026

For international companies operating in China, the role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has evolved far beyond financial reporting and compliance.

Today's CFO is expected to combine financial discipline with commercial judgement, strategic thinking and strong leadership, helping both the local organisation and global headquarters navigate one of the world's most dynamic business environments.

9 min read | Published: July 2026

Appointing senior leaders in China is one of the most consequential decisions international companies make.

Success depends on identifying leaders with the right industry expertise, cultural adaptability, strategic vision, and the ability to deliver results in one of the world's most competitive business environments.