The role typically requires a degree or professional qualification in Human Resources, along with several years of experience in compensation and benefits, preferably within luxury hospitality. The candidate should understand UAE labour regulations, payroll processes, salary structures, benefits administration, HR systems, and market benchmarking. Strong analytical, communication, confidentiality, and problem-solving skills are essential. Expected responsibilities include managing compensation programmes, maintaining accurate employee records, supporting annual salary reviews, ensuring benefits are competitive and compliant, preparing reports, and advising management on remuneration matters. Experience with HRIS platforms and advanced Excel is advantageous. The successful candidate should be commercially aware, detail-oriented, service-focused, and comfortable working with colleagues across a multicultural hotel environment.
Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company headquartered in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The brand is recognised for Asian-inspired hospitality, personalised service, elegant properties, and strong attention to guest experience. Shangri-La hotels commonly employ multicultural teams and provide structured career opportunities across hotel operations, corporate functions, and specialist departments. In the United Arab Emirates, the group operates high-end properties serving leisure, business, dining, and events guests. Compensation packages may include accommodation or housing support, transportation, meals, medical insurance, annual leave, air travel benefits, and gratuity, although the exact package depends on the property, grade, and employment contract.
The United Arab Emirates is not an island but a federation of seven emirates, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi offering the largest concentration of hospitality, tourism, retail, finance, and professional opportunities. The country has a multicultural workforce, modern infrastructure, excellent international schools, and extensive shopping, dining, and entertainment. Lifestyle options range from beaches, desert activities, and water sports to museums, concerts, and global cuisine. The climate is hot for much of the year, with milder winters. Most expatriates require employer-sponsored residence and work visas; the employer generally arranges the work permit, medical testing, Emirates ID, and residency process. Dependants may be sponsored subject to salary and documentation requirements. Candidates should confirm housing, transport, insurance, flights, gratuity, working hours, and leave provisions before relocating.
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