The Events Manager plans, coordinates and delivers conferences, weddings, banquets and corporate functions while ensuring excellent guest service and commercial results. Candidates typically need a degree or diploma in hospitality, events, business or a related field, along with several years of hotel or event-management experience. Strong communication, negotiation, organisation and budgeting skills are essential. The role requires confidence in managing clients, suppliers and operational teams, preparing proposals and event orders, monitoring details, and resolving issues promptly. The successful candidate is expected to be professional, commercially aware, flexible with working hours, and comfortable handling multiple events in a fast-paced luxury-hotel environment.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international destinations. Its properties are known for warm Asian hospitality, personalised service, comfortable accommodation and extensive dining, wellness and event facilities. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates several well-established hotels and resorts, including properties in Manila, Cebu and Boracay. The company serves leisure travellers, business guests, families and large corporate or social events. Employees generally work in service-focused, multicultural teams and are expected to maintain high standards of guest care, presentation, teamwork and professionalism. Career opportunities commonly span hotel operations, food and beverage, sales, events, finance, engineering and guest services.
The Philippines offers hospitality opportunities across Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Davao and other resort destinations. Events professionals can find work in luxury hotels, beach resorts, convention venues, restaurants and destination-wedding businesses. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-oriented and strongly influenced by Spanish, American and regional traditions; English is widely used in business and tourism. Island life can be relaxed and affordable, although transport, internet reliability and seasonal weather vary by location. Manila provides the broadest career market, while Cebu and Boracay offer stronger resort and events exposure. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, with requirements handled through Philippine authorities. Candidates should confirm accommodation, medical coverage, relocation support and local registration before accepting an offer. A valid passport, employment contract and background documents are commonly required.
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