Senior Health & Wealth Manager

who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

about this team

The Senior Health & Wealth Manager, China is a senior rewards subject-matter expert within our China People & Culture team. Reporting to the Health & Wealth Director, China, this role leads the design, governance and continuous improvement of market-relevant rewards programs, with primary ownership for SSC pay management, overall benefits strategy and Health & Wealth policy review.

This role translates global and area frameworks into locally relevant, compliant and practical solutions. It partners closely with business and People & Culture leaders and works across Payroll, P&C Operations, People Tech, Finance, Legal, external vendors and Global Health & Wealth colleagues. The successful candidate will combine strong China rewards expertise with commercial judgement, analytical depth and hands-on delivery to strengthen employee experience, pay effectiveness, governance and operational scalability.

core responsibilities

• Act as the senior H&W partner for SSC and for market-wide policy and benefits design, balancing global principles, local market practice, employee experience, business priorities and compliance requirements.

• Lead SSC job levelling for Senior Manager and below roles, SSC pay-range reviews, and salary recommendations for offers and promotions within approved frameworks and governance.

• Lead SSC annual pay review planning including analysis, governance, data validation, decision support and issue resolution.

• Develop rewards recommendations for in-scope mobility cases where included in designated processes or shared programs.

• Own China benefits strategy including employee insurance, health and wellbeing programs, onsite wellness and other enhancements that improve employee experience and value.

• Conduct benefits programs review including market competitiveness reviews, program analytics, scenario modelling and cost analysis to develop clear, decision-ready recommendations and measure effectiveness.

• Review and refine Health & Wealth policies and market practices, including leave, mandatory allowances, mobility and other locally relevant programs, ensuring they remain competitive, sustainable and compliant.

• Provide rewards education, consultation and governance to P&C and business leaders on job evaluation, pay positioning, offers, promotions, mobility and other pay-related topics.

• Lead assigned rewards transformation and digitalization initiatives, partnering cross-functionally to strengthen controls, data accuracy, employee experience and operational scalability.

• Build trusted partnerships across the China Health & Wealth team and act as a cultural translator between global program intent and local execution.

qualifications

• Typically 8+ years of progressive experience in rewards, compensation and benefits, including meaningful experience in a multinational or complex retail or consumer environment.

• Strong China-market expertise across compensation, benefits, job evaluation, pay-cycle management, mobility and relevant employment, tax and regulatory considerations.

• Demonstrated ability to design, implement and continuously improve rewards programs under global or regional frameworks while responding to local business needs.

• Strong analytical capability, including scenario modelling, cost analysis, data interpretation and the ability to turn complex information into clear recommendations.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Workday, Power BI or comparable HR and analytics tools is preferred.

• Strong project and change leadership, with the ability to prioritize multiple workstreams, manage deadlines and deliver through cross-functional teams.

• Excellent stakeholder management and consulting skills, with confidence partnering with senior business and P&C leaders, Finance, Payroll, People Tech, Legal and external vendors.

• High attention to detail, sound judgement, discretion and a strong governance and control mindset.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Mandarin.

must haves

Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.

Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.

Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.

Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.

Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.

Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

additional notes

Authorization to work in China is required for this role.

compensation and benefits package

lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:

Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans

Paid time off

Savings and retirement plan matching

Generous employee discount

Fitness & yoga classes

Parenthood top-up

Extensive catalog of development course offerings

People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

workplace arrangement

This role is classified as In-Person under our SSC Workplace Policy:

In-person collaboration and/or office-based work is necessary or important for the role. Work is mainly performed onsite, 4-5 days per week depending on role requirements.