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86 Jobs in Nanjing

Monthly salary arrives on a fixed date; the hukou residency permit shapes eligibility and benefits across employers nationwide.

Jobs by occupation in Nanjing

• Software Development jobs in Nanjing26
• Mechanical and Related Engineers jobs in Nanjing14
• Electrical Engineering jobs in Nanjing12
• Product Design jobs in Nanjing5

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Questions

• Who is eligible to work in China?

  Chinese citizens with a valid hukou (residency permit) can work anywhere, though some roles prioritize local hukou holders. Foreign nationals need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa; most need a bachelor's degree and relevant experience.

• What documents do employers ask for?

  Employers request proof of education (diploma or degree certificate), identification, criminal background check results, and sometimes health certificates. Foreign applicants must provide passport details, qualifications, and work history verification.

• What types of employment contracts exist?

  Fixed-term contracts (typically 1–3 years) are most common. Open-ended contracts provide indefinite employment; project-based contracts tie employment to specific deliverables or timelines, common in construction and consulting.

• What are standard working hours?

  The legal standard is 40 hours per week, usually Monday–Friday, 8 hours daily. Many employers exceed this, particularly in tech, finance, and manufacturing sectors where 9–10 hour days are routine.

• How is overtime handled?

  Overtime is paid at 1.5x daily rate on weekdays, 2x on weekends, and 3x on public holidays. Many employers compensate with time off instead of extra pay, though labour law technically requires payment.

• When and how is salary paid?

  Most employers pay monthly salary on a fixed date—typically between the 1st and 15th of the following month. Payment goes directly to employee bank accounts; employers deduct income tax, pension contributions, and other statutory funds at source.

• What is deducted from paychecks?

  Five mandatory funds come off: income tax, pension (养老保险), medical insurance, unemployment insurance, and work-related injury insurance. Some employers also deduct housing fund contributions. Foreign nationals may have different tax treatment.

• How does the working year structure around holidays?

  The lunar new year break spans up to two weeks in January or February; other major breaks include national day (October) and Tomb Sweeping festival (April). Many employers require employees to work weekends before these breaks to compensate.

• What bonuses or extra payments are typical?

  Year-end bonuses (年终奖) are common in formal employment but not legally guaranteed; size varies widely. Some employers offer mid-year bonuses, performance bonuses, and housing allowances depending on sector and company policy.

• Can employment be terminated without cause?

  Employers can terminate fixed-term contracts at expiry without renewal. During the contract term, termination typically requires documented cause or severance payment equal to one month's salary per year of service, though enforcement varies by location.