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Manager, Human Resources (China Payroll)
full-timeHong Kong

Summary

Location

Hong Kong

Type

full-time

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About this role

The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Founded in 1884, The Hong Kong Jockey Club (“the Club”) is a world-class racing club that acts continuously for the betterment of our society. The Club has a unique integrated business model, comprising racing and racecourse entertainment, a membership club, responsible sports wagering and lottery, and charities and community contribution. Through this model, the Club generates economic and social value for the community and supports the HKSAR Government in combatting illegal gambling.

The Division

The People and Organisational Development (P&OD) Division is dedicated to cultivating a dynamic workplace culture that attracts, develops, and retains exceptional talent. The division serve as trusted advisor across the organization, aligning people practices with business goals to drive performance, innovation, and employee engagement.

The Department

The HR Shared Services (HRSS) team is a recently established unit focused on enhancing the end-to-end professional HR experience through process transformation, automation, simplification, and innovation. The job holder plays a crucial role in delivering top-notch shared services to all business units and employees, contributing significantly to HR's efficiency and effectiveness. Key responsibilities include standardizing and simplifying process flows, evaluating current tools for documentation and information management, participating in improvement initiatives, and executing the day-to-day HRSS operations.

The Job

  • Project Support & Coordination
    • Lead and coordinate project tasks, ensuring alignment with objectives, timelines, and the Club standards.
    • Track deliverables, milestones, and resource allocations to keep projects on course.
    • Support project financials, including budget monitoring, milestone invoicing.
    • Prepare and distribute project reports and dashboards, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
    • Organize meetings and facilitate team communications, serving as a reliable point of contact.
    • Participate in meetings, take detailed notes, and follow up on assigned action items.
    • Ensure timely completion of deliverables and adherence to deadlines.
    • Champion process improvement and data accuracy in PMO tools (e.g., Smartsheet).
  • Requirements Gathering & Documentation
    • Assist in gathering and documenting business requirements for payroll operations.
    • Partner with payroll outsourcing vendor to translate business requirements into configurable requirements that must be implemented into the vendor payroll system.
    • Maintain accurate and organized project documentation for reference and audit & compliance purposes.
    • Oversee testing efforts, approve results, and confirm readiness for production implementation.
  • Stakeholder Communication & Relationship Management
    • Serve as a trusted point of contact for HR stakeholders, advocating for their business needs and ensuring expectations are met throughout the project lifecycle.
    • Communicate project status, risks, and issues promptly and professionally to the respective HR teams.
    • Build strong, trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
    • Proactively identify and escalate risks, recommending mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Issue Management & Problem Solving
    • Analyze and resolve issues that could impact project performance or deliverables.
    • Manage scope changes, document change requests and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
    • Apply analytical and creative problem-solving skills to resolve systems and project challenges.
    • Collaborate with teams to maintain project momentum and deliver results.
  • Process Improvement & Strategic Input
    • Support process analysis and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
    • Provide recommendations to enhance administrative and operational processes, driving efficiency and innovation.

About You

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, HR or related discipline
  • Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in HR project coordination or support roles. China payroll operational / project experience a plus
  • Proven track record of delivering projects on time, on budget, and in scope
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and Smartsheet experience preferred
  • Fluent written and spoken English and Chinese, including Mandarin
  • Proactive, detailed-oriented, and able to work independently and a part of a project team
  • Challenge the status quo and aim for continuous improvement
  • Good analytical, presentation and problem-solving skills

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We offer competitive salary and benefits packages, dynamic working environment and development opportunities.

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Equal Opportunity and Inclusive Hiring

We are an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an inclusive workplace for all. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are welcome to apply. If you have any special needs or require accommodations during the interview process, please e-mail us via [email protected].

 

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the Club's notice to employees and job applicants relating to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. A copy of which will be provided immediately upon request.

Other facts

Tech stack
Project Coordination,Stakeholder Communication,Problem Solving,Process Improvement,Documentation,Analytical Skills,Microsoft Office 365,Smartsheet,Payroll Operations,Relationship Management,Budget Monitoring,Team Communication,Change Management,Testing Oversight,Continuous Improvement,Fluent English,Fluent Chinese

About The Hong Kong Jockey Club

A true one-off.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club is unique. We’re a world-class racing club that acts continuously for the betterment of our society. In 2022/23, the Club donated over HK$7.3 billion to improve the lives of Hong Kong people. The Club’s significant tax and charity support for the community is made possible through its integrated business model, which combines horse racing and racecourse entertainment, a prestigious membership club, and responsible wagering. As one of Hong Kong’s largest employers, our careers and part-time roles span everything from racing to retail.

There is simply nowhere like the Club to build the future you want.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Non-profit Organizations
Founding Year: 1884

What you'll do

  • The role involves leading and coordinating project tasks related to HR shared services, ensuring alignment with objectives and timelines. The job holder will also assist in gathering business requirements for payroll operations and maintain project documentation.

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What does a Manager, Human Resources (China Payroll) do at The Hong Kong Jockey Club?

As a Manager, Human Resources (China Payroll) at The Hong Kong Jockey Club, you will: the role involves leading and coordinating project tasks related to HR shared services, ensuring alignment with objectives and timelines. The job holder will also assist in gathering business requirements for payroll operations and maintain project documentation..

Why join The Hong Kong Jockey Club as a Manager, Human Resources (China Payroll)?

The Hong Kong Jockey Club is a leading Non-profit Organizations company.

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