The workforce or labour, is the labour pool in employment. It is generally used to describe those working for a single company or industry, but can also apply to a geographic region like a city, state, or country.According to Chinese labor law, the standard working time is 40 hours per week. In theory, the standard work week in China runs from Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 6pm, but in reality, overtime is the norm and most local companies don’t compensate their workers for it.
All workers in China are entitled to three national holidays, each stretching into a week of vacation: Chinese New Year (usually in late January or late February), International Labor Day (first week of May) and National Day (first week of October).
Employment benefits in China
Besides the salary itself, the extra benefits that you receive as a local expat worker in China can be just as important. Some expat packages don't include any housing; others will provide you with an allowance of up to US$1500 per month. Only very few local hire expat jobs will provide you with an apartment - you'll have to find one on your own otherwise.
Healthcare: When working in China, you will certainly want a foreign healthcare package and an evacuation service. If this is included in your employment contract, it adds another US$ 200 per month to your total benefits.
Vacations: Standard vacations for locally hired expatriates are 3-4 weeks of paid vacation per year. If you get lucky, your vacation package will also include a yearly return flight to your home country.
Visas: Your Company should handle all tasks related to your visa. If you are lucky, they may send you to Hong Kong every 3-6 months to get a new visa. So not only will you have the chance to visit Hong Kong but it will also help you avoid taxes in China. Visas are a major headache if your company refuses to handle them on your behalf, so insist that they manage your visa and all related work permits.
Bonuses and raises: Standard bonuses are a month salary or less. Standard raises vary from year to year, but are normally between 5-15%.
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