Events Manager

Job Description

The Events Manager is responsible for planning, selling and delivering conferences, weddings, meetings and other functions from initial enquiry through to completion. Requirements typically include hotel or events experience, strong organisational and communication skills, commercial awareness, and confidence using event, sales or property-management systems. The successful candidate is expected to manage budgets, negotiate with clients and suppliers, coordinate departments, prepare event documentation, resolve issues promptly and maintain high service standards. Flexibility is essential, as the role may involve evenings, weekends and public holidays. A professional presentation, attention to detail, teamwork and the ability to manage several events under pressure are also important.

Company Info

Shangri-La Group is an international luxury hospitality company headquartered in Hong Kong. It operates hotels, resorts and related properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, North America and Australia. The group is recognised for its Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts brand, which focuses on personalised service, comfortable accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities and business and leisure events. Shangri-La properties commonly provide opportunities across rooms, food and beverage, events, sales, finance, engineering and guest services. Employees are generally expected to deliver warm, attentive hospitality while supporting the company’s service standards and values. Depending on the property and role, staff may work with international guests, corporate clients, wedding parties and large conferences. Conditions, benefits and career development opportunities vary by location, employment agreement and Australian workplace law.

Destination Guide

Australia is a large island country with strong opportunities in hospitality, events, tourism, retail, healthcare, construction, technology and professional services. Major employment centres include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and regional resort destinations. The culture is generally informal, multicultural and outdoors-oriented, with a strong emphasis on workplace safety, fairness and work-life balance. Lifestyle costs vary considerably: Sydney and Melbourne are expensive, while some regional areas offer lower rents but fewer services. Most overseas workers need an appropriate visa, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa or skilled visa; eligibility depends on nationality, age, occupation and experience. Applicants should check current requirements with the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocation normally involves arranging accommodation, tax and banking details, health insurance where required, and recognition of qualifications. Public transport is good in major cities, while a car may be useful in regional areas.