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

About Us
Find Your Shangri-La in Shangri-La.
Headquartered in Hong Kong SAR, Shangri-La Group has grown from a single hotel business to a diverse and integrated global portfolio comprising quality real estate and investment properties, wellness and lifestyle facilities.

Today, the Group owns, operates and manages 100+ hotels under our family of five brands: Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts, Shangri-La Signatures, Kerry Hotels, JEN by Shangri-La, and Traders.

About the Role

As an Assistant Vice President/Senior Manager, Rewards & Benefits (6-month Contract), you will support the development, implementation, and governance of the Group's compensation, incentives, and benefits programmes.  The role will support the annual compensation and bonus review cycle, Long-Term Incentive (LTI) programmes, and provide subject matter expertise on employment taxation, and rewards governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end annual compensation and bonus review cycle, ensuring alignment with the Group's compensation framework, pay philosophy, business objectives, and governance requirements.


• Develop modelling for short-term and long-term incentive design


• Develop and propose individual remuneration packages particularly for new hires .


• Review Remuneration and Benefits policies and programmes.


• Advise on executive and employment tax compliance matters, including cross-border employment arrangements, identifying risks and recommending practical solutions to management.


• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders on compensation and rewards matters, providing market insights, policy guidance, and practical solutions to support business and talent objectives.


• Be part of the HR initiatives relating to HRIS to enhance operational efficiency, controls, and governance.


• Lead or support strategic rewards and benefits projects as assigned.


• Provide coaching and technical guidance to junior team members, supporting their development in rewards, analytics, and governance.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline. 


• Minimum 10 years of relevant Compensation & Benefits experience, preferably gained within a regional or multinational organisation. 


• Solid experience in compensation management, salary benchmarking, executive remuneration, and Long-Term Incentive (LTI) programmes. 


• Working knowledge of executive and employment taxation, including cross-border employment arrangements and mobility-related tax considerations. 


• Experience in preparing presentations and recommendations for senior management and Board-level committees (e.g., Remuneration Committee). 


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and stakeholder management skills. 


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with HRIS and Power Platform tools an advantage. 


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organisation. 


• High level of integrity, discretion, and sound judgment when handling confidential compensation and executive-level information. 


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Why Join Us 

• A workplace that values your passion and supports self-realization and personal growth.


• Structured learning and development pathways with real opportunities to advance your professional craft and leadership skills.


• Competitive benefits, recognition programs, and colleague stay/travel perks that reward your contribution and dedication.


• Teams that promote inclusion and respect, value diversity, and foster a secure environment where everyone can thrive

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcomed. All information provided by applicants will be treated in confidence and used only for recruitment purposes. (Click here to learn more about our Data Protection statements.)