Assistant Manager, Compensation & Benefits and Operations (6-month Contract)

About the Team:
Being the People Department of South China Morning Post, our People Partners (PP), Compensation & Benefits (C&B), Operations, and Talent Development & Engagement (TD&E) teams, develop and drive people strategies to acquire, develop and retain employees. We motivate our employees to live our values in a dynamic and diverse workplace, develop our talents for our leadership pipeline, with the objective of continually making SCMP a Great Place To Work.

Purpose of the Position:

This role is responsible for managing the payroll process and other C&B operations with a high degree of accuracy and in strict compliance with relevant legislative requirements. This role also supports the review and development of C&B programs.

In this role, you will:

Compensation and Benefits

• Manage payroll, benefits administration and taxation etc.
• Act as a liaison with vendors regarding day-to-day operations and special case handling, and collaborate with the Finance team on cost center management.
• Partner closely with the People Partner on staff movement and provide support from a Compensation & Benefits perspective.

HR Policies

• Contribute to salary surveys, policy, and program benchmarking initiatives to maintain the Company's competitive market position.
• Support the maintenance of all HR policies & procedures and provide guidance and interpretation to staff.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Employment Ordinance, Inland Revenue Ordinance, and MPF Schemes Ordinance. Demonstrate a strong understanding of employment-related laws in Hong Kong, China, Singapore, and the US.

HR Projects

• Participate in and support various People projects and initiatives as required.

Teamwork

• Serve as a key resource for payroll expertise within the team and contribute to the efficient operation of the payroll process.

Skills and Experience that will lead to success:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional HR experience with a focus on payroll and C&B functions.
• In-depth knowledge of Hong Kong employment ordinances, legislation, and regulations. Familiarity with employment benefits provision in PRC, Singapore, and the US, with preferred knowledge of PRC tax law.
• Strong analytical and numerical abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Proactive in identifying process improvements and willing to adopt new technologies.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
• Strong collaboration mindset and ability to work independently with a high degree of responsibility.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (include Word and Excel) and HR management system BIPO.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English and Chinese.
• 6-month contract position from December 2025 to May/June2026.

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