The Senior Business Development Manager – Corporate is expected to grow corporate business for Shangri-La in the UAE by identifying new accounts, developing long-term client relationships and securing room, meeting and event revenue. Requirements typically include a bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business or a related field, several years of hotel sales or corporate account management experience, and strong knowledge of the UAE market. The successful candidate should be commercially minded, confident in negotiations and presentations, well connected with corporate decision-makers, and capable of achieving revenue targets. Excellent English communication, CRM and reporting skills are expected; Arabic or additional languages may be an advantage.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and recognised for Asian-inspired service, elegant accommodation and high-quality dining and wellness experiences. The group operates hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa and North America under the Shangri-La brand and related hospitality offerings. Its UAE properties serve leisure travellers, business guests, meetings and events, with a strong focus on personalised service and long-term guest relationships. Shangri-La generally offers employees an international working environment, structured hospitality standards and opportunities to work across departments and destinations. In a corporate business development role, the company would expect strong market knowledge, professional representation of the brand and consistent contribution to occupancy, room revenue and wider commercial performance.
The UAE is not an island, but it is a popular Gulf destination with major opportunities in hospitality, tourism, aviation, finance, technology, retail and construction. Dubai and Abu Dhabi offer the broadest employment markets, while other emirates provide a quieter lifestyle and growing tourism sectors. The culture combines Islamic traditions, Emirati heritage and a highly international population; modest dress and respect for local customs are advisable. Lifestyle options include beaches, desert activities, shopping, dining and year-round events, although summers are extremely hot. Most expatriates work under an employer-sponsored residence visa. The employer normally arranges work authorisation, medical testing and Emirates ID processing; employees should not work on a tourist visa. Relocation packages may include accommodation, transport, medical insurance, flights or schooling, but these vary by contract. Housing and private education can be expensive, so candidates should review benefits carefully before accepting an offer.
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