Events Coordinator

Job Description

The Events Coordinator supports the planning and delivery of meetings, conferences, weddings, and other social or corporate events at The Westin Manila. Responsibilities typically include coordinating with clients and hotel departments, preparing event details and schedules, arranging rooms and equipment, monitoring service standards, handling changes, and resolving guest concerns. Candidates are expected to have strong communication, organization, customer-service, and problem-solving skills, along with good attention to detail. Previous experience in hotel events, banquets, catering, or hospitality is preferred. A relevant college qualification may be advantageous. The successful candidate should be professional, flexible, confident dealing with clients, able to manage multiple deadlines, and willing to work varied shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Company Info

The Westin Manila is a luxury hotel operated under Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, one of the world's largest hospitality companies. Westin focuses on well-being, offering comfortable accommodations, thoughtful service, wellness-oriented amenities, dining, and facilities for meetings and events. The Manila property serves business travelers, leisure guests, groups, and local celebrations, and benefits from Marriott's international reservation network, training resources, and career opportunities. Marriott International manages a broad portfolio of hotel brands across many countries and emphasizes hospitality, guest satisfaction, inclusion, professional development, and responsible business practices. Employees at The Westin Manila typically work in a structured, service-focused environment where teamwork, presentation, reliability, and attention to guest needs are highly valued.

Destination Guide

The Philippines is an archipelago with strong employment opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, events, tourism, business-process services, and retail. Manila offers the widest range of corporate and hospitality jobs, while Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, and other resort destinations provide seasonal and guest-facing work. Filipino culture is generally warm, family-oriented, community-minded, and respectful, with English widely used in workplaces. Lifestyle costs vary: Manila has heavier traffic and higher rent, while provincial and island locations may be more relaxed but offer fewer services. International hires normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and an appropriate visa; visitors cannot legally work on a tourist visa. Employers usually assist with documentation, although requirements and processing times vary. Relocating workers should confirm salary, housing, insurance, taxes, transport, and contract terms before accepting an offer. A valid passport, authenticated documents, and health or police clearances may be required.