Zhaopin (智联招聘) : Recruiting platform spanning a worker's full career, from campus to executive headhunting.

Founded in 1994, Zhaopin.com ranks among China's longest-running online recruiting platforms, filling the role LinkedIn or Monster plays for US workers.

Users post resumes, browse company job openings and apply online. Zhaopin also runs campus recruiting for graduates, plus headhunting, talent tests and HR outsourcing for employers.

It listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2014. The service is in Chinese and lists jobs inside China, so overseas users need reading fluency to search and apply.

Does Zhaopin offer salary insights for China jobs?

Zhaopin publishes annual salary reports by city, industry, and position. This data is valuable for foreigners negotiating China job offers. The reports are available on their website in Chinese.

How does Zhaopin differ from Boss Zhipin?

Zhaopin is traditional CV-based recruitment (upload resume, apply to listings), unlike Boss Zhipin's direct-chat model. Zhaopin is better for senior positions and established companies; Boss Zhipin is faster for SME roles.

Can international candidates apply on Zhaopin?

Zhaopin accepts foreign candidates. The site is Chinese-only with limited English. Senior roles at multinational companies often appear here. Registration requires a Chinese phone number.

Is Zhaopin good for executive-level job seekers in China?

Zhaopin focuses on mid-to-senior professional roles. Founded in 1994, it is one of China's oldest job platforms. Many Fortune 500 companies in China use Zhaopin for professional recruitment.