Startup Support

Startup & Founder Services

Build your business and team in Shenzhen.

Company setup. Founder relocation. Local recruitment. Ongoing HR and accounting.

Discuss Your Shenzhen PlansFor Accelerators & Investors

Personal Connect helps overseas founders establish and manage their Shenzhen operations through one local point of contact.

Whether you are relocating key team members, hiring your first local employees or establishing a presence close to manufacturing partners, we help coordinate the practical steps.

EstablishSet up your company and essential registrations.

Build your teamCoordinate relocation, recruitment and onboarding.

Manage operationsKeep HR, payroll and accounting organized.

A coordinated local service

Support at each stage of your Shenzhen journey

Choose individual services or a coordinated package based on your business activities, team and plans.

01 / ESTABLISH

Company Setup

Put the administrative foundations of your Shenzhen business in place.

  • Company registration support
  • Tax and social insurance registration
  • Corporate bank account opening assistance
02 / RELOCATE

Work & Residence Permits

Coordinate application support for founders and overseas employees.

  • Document preparation guidance
  • Work permit application support
  • Residence permit application and renewal support
03 / RECRUIT

Talent Sourcing

Find local candidates suited to the roles your business needs.

  • Role requirements and candidate profiles
  • Sourcing and candidate screening
  • Interview and recruitment coordination
04 / ONBOARD

Employee Onboarding

Prepare the documentation and administration for your new employees.

  • Employment contract coordination
  • Onboarding documentation
  • Employee registration support
05 / MANAGE

Outsourced HR & Payroll

Support your company in managing its employees and ongoing HR responsibilities.

  • Payroll administration
  • Social insurance coordination
  • Employee records and HR administration
06 / MAINTAIN

Accounting & Tax

Keep essential financial records and recurring administration organized.

  • Bookkeeping and accounting coordination
  • Tax filing support
  • Ongoing accounting documentation

Who we support

A local foundation for an international team

Our services are designed for overseas startups and growing businesses establishing a company, office or team in Shenzhen.

  • Founders planning their first company in China
  • Hardware and product teams working near manufacturing partners
  • Businesses recruiting engineering, commercial or operations staff
  • Existing companies seeking ongoing HR and accounting support

We start with your actual business needs and confirm an appropriate scope before work begins.

How we work

From your first conversation to ongoing support

01

Discuss your plans

Tell us about your activities, current China presence, team and intended timeline.

02

Define the scope

We identify the services, documentation and next steps, then prepare a tailored proposal.

03

Coordinate the work

We assist with the agreed registrations, applications, recruitment and onboarding.

04

Continue with support

Our team can support ongoing HR administration, payroll and accounting as your business develops.

Accelerators / Incubators / Investors

A Shenzhen resource for your founder network

Help founders in your network access practical local support when they are ready to establish operations in Shenzhen.

We welcome discussions about founder introductions, inclusion in service-provider resources, and practical briefings on company setup, relocation, recruitment and ongoing administration.

Discuss a Partnership

Common questions

Planning your next step

Do we need the complete package?

No. You can engage us for individual services or a coordinated scope covering several areas. We confirm the scope after discussing your plans.

Can you help us recruit local employees?

Yes. We can assist with role requirements, talent sourcing, candidate screening and interview coordination, followed by onboarding support where agreed.

Can you support us after company registration?

Yes. Ongoing services include HR administration, payroll, social insurance coordination and accounting support.

What should we prepare for an initial consultation?

A short description of your business, whether you already have a Chinese company, your planned team size, any relocation needs and your intended timeline.

Personal Connect / Shenzhen

Let’s discuss your Shenzhen plans.

Tell us what you are building, who you need to hire and where you are in the process.

Request an Initial Consultation

Personal Connect · Shenzhen Tonglian HR Co., Ltd.
Service scope, documentation and timelines depend on the circumstances of each engagement. Registrations, permits and bank account applications are subject to review and approval by the relevant authorities or institutions.