Looking for work. According to an article in the New York Times, then maybe you should be looking in China. At least if you are a CEO or a “C” level executive. This move is considered a reflection on the Communist Party’s unhappiness with the performance of some of the larger companies in China.
According to the times article the ad was looking to recruit candidates for 20 senior management jobs in industries ranging from nuclear power to automotive and textiles. While some of the positions were restricted to Chinese nationals, some of the ads were designed to solicit foreign applicants. Several required proficiency in foreign languages like English and French.
There were also recruitment ads for junior executives. These postings were for positions in mining, communications, construction, nuclear power and shipping. The advertisement stated that the candidates are expected to “serve the reform and development of the S.O.E.s,” or state-owned enterprises, according to the Times.
The Internet biosphere erupted with various comments, not all flattering. There were remarks about nepotism and how it is prominent in Chinese industrial culture.
Is this a trend or merely an occasional recruiting campaign? It is difficult to say at this point.
