Assistant Vice President/Senior Manager, Rewards & Benefits (6-month Contract)

Role summary

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The role leads rewards and benefits strategy for Shangri-La in Hong Kong on a six-month contract. Requirements typically include a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, finance, or a related discipline, together with substantial experience in compensation, benefits, HR analytics, and regional or multinational environments. Strong knowledge of Hong Kong employment practices, salary benchmarking, incentive schemes, payroll-related governance, and HR data analysis is expected. The candidate should be commercially minded, confident advising senior leaders, highly capable with confidential information, and able to manage projects, stakeholders, and deadlines independently. Excellent communication, analytical, presentation, and Excel skills are important; experience in hospitality or a complex service organization would be advantageous.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a Hong Kong-founded luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its portfolio includes the Shangri-La, Kerry Hotels, JEN, and Traders brands. The group is known for service-oriented operations, premium accommodation, dining, meetings, wellness, and resort experiences. Corporate functions such as human resources, finance, technology, commercial strategy, and shared services support properties across multiple countries. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on Asian hospitality, guest care, employee development, integrity, and operational standards. A rewards and benefits leadership position would typically partner with senior management to maintain competitive, equitable, and compliant compensation programs while supporting talent attraction and retention across the organization.

Working in Hong Kong

Hong Kong offers strong opportunities in hospitality, finance, technology, retail, professional services, logistics, and regional corporate functions. Its culture blends Cantonese traditions, international business practices, festivals, diverse cuisine, and a fast-paced urban lifestyle. Living is convenient, with excellent public transport, efficient services, vibrant neighborhoods, hiking trails, beaches, and easy access to outlying islands and mainland China. Housing is expensive, especially in central districts, so many professionals consider areas such as Kowloon, the New Territories, or Hong Kong Island locations outside the core business areas. Most overseas professionals need an employment visa sponsored by the hiring company and must demonstrate a genuine role, suitable qualifications, and market-level compensation. Employers often assist with visa documentation, but candidates should confirm relocation benefits, tax treatment, medical coverage, and accommodation support before accepting a contract.