Sustainability Report 2015/16

Recognizing Employee Achievements and Responding to Their Needs The Group values employee efforts that contribute to business success and explores different ways to ensure that their tenure with the Group is rewarding. For six consecutive years, above-average salary increments have been offered to our employees, especially for those at junior levels. In addition, paid leave, financial support with mortgages and personal loans, overseas exchange opportunities for employees and children, and other benefits are also provided. We recognize employees’ business and personal achievements with formal performance reviews and various annual awards such as the Quality Raising Suggestion Scheme, Work Safety Suggestion Scheme, and Best Handover Quality and Property Management Fire Safety Performance awards. These are presented by the Deputy Managing Directors each year. We understand that retaining talent requires more than mere financial compensation. The Group has established communication channels to listen to and address employees’ needs and concerns. It also engages employees in work-life balance programmes and community work, for example, hosting sports events for staff to enjoy with their colleagues and family members. Kai Shing won a Certificate of Merit in the Caring for People category in the 2015 HSBC Living Business Awards. As a caring employer, since 2010 the Group’s spirit of Building Homes with Heart has been extended to employees’ children through the SHKP Group Undergraduate Scholarship Awards. The scholarships provide financial assistance for employees’ children to study at universities and other tertiary institutions, encouraging them to pursue knowledge and participate in extra-curricular activities. The initiative enables holistic development among recipients and nurtures future leaders. Seven students won these scholarships during the year. We have formed the SHKP Evergreen Club to keep staff connected with the Group after retirement. Regular activities like trips to the countryside, social gatherings and classes are organized to enable retirees of the Group to stay active. Quality Raising Suggestion Scheme Annual awards to recognize employees’ achievements: Work Safety Suggestion Scheme Best Handover Quality and Property Management Fire Safety Performance A great number of activities are organized to encourage a better work-life balance for employees Value Created for People Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited Sustainability Report 2015/16 22