The Event Sales Manager (Wedding Planner) is responsible for selling and coordinating weddings and social events, from the initial enquiry and proposal through to the event day. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in hospitality, event management, sales, or a related field, together with several years of hotel banqueting, catering, or wedding-planning experience. Strong communication, negotiation, organisation, and budgeting skills are essential. The successful candidate is expected to understand local wedding customs, build relationships with couples and suppliers, meet revenue targets, prepare detailed event plans, and work closely with culinary, banquet, and operations teams. Weekend, evening, and public-holiday work is common.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a Hong Kong-founded luxury hospitality group operating hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The brand is known for personalised Asian-style hospitality, high service standards, and extensive facilities including restaurants, spas, meeting venues, and wedding spaces. In Malaysia, Shangri-La properties serve both business and leisure travellers and regularly host conferences, celebrations, and destination weddings. Employees typically work in a structured international hotel environment with opportunities for training, cross-department experience, and career development. Depending on the property, benefits may include staff meals, accommodation or allowances, medical coverage, service charge, discounts, and other hotel-group privileges.
Malaysia offers varied hospitality opportunities across Penang, Langkawi, Sabah, Sarawak, and mainland resort areas. Penang combines heritage culture, food, beaches, and a lively urban lifestyle, while Langkawi is quieter and strongly focused on resorts, weddings, wellness, and tourism. The Perhentian and Redang islands offer seasonal diving and beach work, and Sabah provides resort, marine, and nature-tourism roles. Malaysian culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Indigenous influences; English is widely used in hotels. Living costs are moderate, though island housing and transport can be expensive. Employees normally need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass before starting work; requirements vary by nationality and role. Candidates should confirm visa sponsorship, accommodation, transport, medical cover, and contract terms before relocating.
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