The Company
Established in 1958, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (NYSE and TSX: RBA) is one of the world’s largest industrial auctioneer, selling more equipment to on-site and online bidders than any other company in the world. The Company has over 110 locations in more than 25 countries including 38 auction sites worldwide. Ritchie Bros. sells, through unreserved public auctions, a broad range of used and unused industrial assets, including equipment, trucks and other assets utilized in the construction, transportation, agricultural, material handling, mining, forestry, petroleum and marine industries. The Company maintains a web site at www.rbauction.com and sponsors an equipment wiki at www.RitchieWiki.com.
The Role
As a result of our continued growth, Ritchie Bros. has an immediate requirement for a Corporate Affairs Manager to be based in Beijing, China. Reporting to the Chief Representative, this role will play an integral part in the development of Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers’ growth strategy in China and will focus on the legal and administrative aspects of transforming the Representative Office into a Wholly Owned Foreign Enterprise Auction company.
Consider this position if you would be interested in playing a key role in the execution of the growth strategy of an innovative international organization.
The Key Responsibilities
· Network and develop relations with government institutions at both the national, provincial, and local levels
· Network and develop relationships within professional associations such as the China Construction Machinery Association, The China Auction Association, etc, China Equipment Leasing Association, etc. .
· Be the ‘go to’ person for all current tax/trade and legal issues that affect business processes.
· Develops, and implement policies and procedures as well as streamline existing processes to ensure scalability and consistency
· Liaise with Corporate International head office in Richmond, BC, Canada to ensure compliance with company policies & practices as well as to develop, and implement business strategies.
The Requirements
· University degree in Business and/or Law or an equivalent combination of directly relevant experience and education.
· 7-10 years experience in a business development and/or legal consultation role with a proven background in developing and executing new business strategies
· Fluency at a business level in English. Native spoken and written Chinese a must.
· Knowledge of national, provincial, and local laws & regulations.
· Proven success in delivering and meeting project deadlines in a fast growing company..
· Effective presentation skills.
· Aptitude for technology to streamline activities.
· Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills .
· A high degree of personal integrity.
· A creative problem-solver and solution provider.
· Highly motivated self-starter who is able to work independently with little direct supervision.
· A strong work ethic without sacrificing your sense of humor or your ability to have fun on the job!
Please note that this position:
· will require frequent domestic travel and some international travel.
· will be based in Beijing for the first several years with the later prospect of relocating to the East China Region.
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