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WORKING IN OUR GREATER CHINA OFFICES

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The Greater China team works from offices in Beijing, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Taipei. 

This is New Zealand's largest market for goods and services exports and one of the world's fastest-growing economies. Our market connections and knowledge make a huge difference for businesses entering this immense market.

There are about 60 of us, including five trade commissioners, engaged deeply with New Zealand export businesses across a range of sectors and working collaboratively across the region.

We're responsible for:

  • helping New Zealand companies to design a local business strategy

  • helping businesses to connect with the right in-market partners

  • promoting export and investment opportunities

  • promoting and leveraging "brand New Zealand" across the region.

We work closely with:

  • the New Zealand Embassy

  • Tourism New Zealand

  • Education New Zealand.

The roles we recruit most often are:

  • business development managers

  • investment managers.

Travel, visa and language requirements:

  • For some roles, you must be able to travel, domestically or internationally, although how often varies according to the position.

  • You must have the legal right to work in the country where a role is located.

  • For most roles, you must be fluent in the local language, as well as English.

  • For some roles, you might need to go through specific security clearances and vetting procedures.

Meet some of the Greater China team

Our regional director supports NZTE activity in our region, representing New Zealand to industry and visiting officials, and fostering collaboration with partner agencies, especially the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Our trade commissioners lead our in-market teams, facilitating and promoting trade and investment, and maintaining and broadening our network of business relationships.

Our Marketing team leads our in-market activities and helps to build a preference for New Zealand business.

Chris Metcalfe

Regional Director for Greater China

Location
Shanghai, China

Joris de Vocht

Trade Commissioner, Beijing

Location
Beijing, China

Steve Jones

Trade Commissioner, Shanghai

Location
Shanghai, China

Pete Frost

Trade Commissioner, Guangzhou and Hong Kong

Location
Guangzhou & Hong Kong SAR, China

Michelle McCarthy

Trade Director, Taipei

Location
Taipei, Taiwan

Maxwell Shi

Head of Marketing, Communications and Solutions

Location
Shanghai, China

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