Commercial activity in China has proved more resilient than in other parts of the world with less exposure to global organisations in the financial services sector. The Chinese government’s spending on domestic infrastructure further cushioned the impact of the downturn over the last 18 months. However, the same prudence which provided this level of protection has also resulted in a cautious approach to recruitment and new job creation.
In many firms, the perception is that good finance people are even more crucial in a challenging market so the search for talent has remained a priority for established businesses. The volume of hiring may have diminished, but employers are still making strategic hires in areas such as tax and planning... download full report to read more
