Are you up for the challenge?Global Sources is a leading business-to-business (B2B) media company and a primary facilitator of two-way trade with Greater China. We provide sourcing information to volume buyers and integrated marketing services to suppliers.Our leading team of 2,000 people worldwide is skilled, tech-savvy and thrives in a dynamic, cross-cultural environment. If this sounds like you, then consider applying for the position of: Advertising CopywriterYou will be responsible for writing crisp and persuasive print and online advertisements that target our audience of volume buyers. You will help your teammates create effective advertising through research, editorial and proofreading support.Key characteristics that the best Global Sources Copywriters possess include:- A keen interest in learning new things every day and sharing what they learn; - Adaptability -- whether it is to our house style or to the hundreds of product lines they may be asked to write about- Strong interpersonal communications skills and the desire to be part of a winning team;- The ability to work comfortably with people of various backgrounds and language skills; - The ability to take and give constructive criticism without ego or defensiveness;- The ability to work fast and under deadline pressure;- A commitment to honesty, ethics and excellence on a personal, team and company level;Qualified candidates should have:- A university degree in Journalism, English, Literature or Mass Communication or a related field- Demonstrably outstanding native-English copywriting and editing skills (AP style)- At least 2 years of writing-related experience, preferably in a marketing, advertising or public relations/journalism role- Experience working in and/or building teams

Good command of spoken Mandarin is a plusThis position is in our Beijing and Shenzhen office and we can not offer relocation assistance.We offer a competitive salary and benefits package as well as career growth opportunities with one of the region's most respected names in the field of global trade. Please visit www.globalsources.com to see our flagship online marketplace and http://corporate.globalsources.com to learn more about us before applying.If you’re qualified and interested in joining us, please submit:1. a cover letter explaining why you think you’d fit our team 2. a detailed resume 3. a writing sampleApplications without these basics will be disregarded.