Annual Report 2019

ANNUAL REPORT 2019 71 ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL AND GOVERNANCE REPORT OUR PEOPLE As a caring and responsible employer, the Group is committed to promoting a harmonious and engaging workplace, providing a healthy and safe working environment, and supporting our employee development. Our Global Workforce With operations around the world, the Group has 2,272 employees within the reporting boundary. Total number of employees 2,272 Hong Kong 831 Mainland China 821 Singapore 80 The United Kingdom 169 Australia 326 Malaysia 45 The Group believes that quality of our products and services highly depends on the dedication and skills of our employees. A fair and sound employment system is a fundamental part of attracting and retaining international talents. The Employees Handbook lists provisions such as remuneration, recruitment, promotion, training and development, dismissal, working hours, rest days and other benefits and welfare, so that employees can understand the employment policies and terms. Employee benefits The Group is committed to offering competitive and fair remuneration and benefits. Offerings vary from region to region. A summary of benefits and well-being initiatives is provided below. Leaves Employees in eligible positions are entitled to leaves in addition to public holidays, such as maternity leave, birthday leave, marriage leave and compassionate leave Employee assistance Provide financial support to associates and their households when facing unexpected misfortune and emergencies needs Employee activities Organise a variety of fun-filled events for our employees, such as field trips and outings, team building events, sports activities, annual dinners, gatherings and voluntary services Family and friend rates Employees of Dorsett have access to a range of special offers at hotels owned and managed by Dorsett such as discounted rates for accommodation and restaurants Staff discount Employees in Hong Kong are entitled to a number of discounts such as on dental services for family members, fitness club and healthy uniform shoes Regions