The Sports & Recreation Manager oversees the resort’s recreational facilities, activities, sports programs, and guest experiences. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in hospitality, sports management, recreation, or a related field, together with several years of supervisory experience in a resort, hotel, club, or leisure operation. The successful candidate should have strong leadership, communication, organizational, and customer-service skills, with practical knowledge of safety procedures, equipment control, activity scheduling, and staff training. The role requires an energetic, guest-focused professional who can create engaging programs for different age groups, maintain high safety standards, coordinate with other departments, and respond confidently to guest needs in a luxury resort environment.
Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company headquartered in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations. Its properties are known for personalized service, comfortable surroundings, strong local character, and high operating standards. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent properties including Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu; Shangri-La The Fort, Manila; and Shangri-La Boracay. The group places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, employee development, sustainability, and creating memorable experiences. A Sports & Recreation Manager working for Shangri-La would typically collaborate with rooms, food and beverage, spa, security, and activities teams to deliver safe, well-organized, and enjoyable leisure services for resort guests.
The Philippines offers opportunities in resorts, hotels, tourism, diving, wellness, food and beverage, and events, especially in Boracay, Cebu, Palawan, Bohol, and Manila. Boracay is known for its white-sand beaches, water activities, relaxed lifestyle, and international visitors, while Cebu and Palawan provide strong hospitality markets with a slightly quieter pace. Filipino culture is welcoming, community-oriented, and English is widely spoken in professional settings. Island living usually means warm weather, outdoor activities, seasonal tourism, and a lower cost of living than many major international destinations, although popular areas can be expensive. Foreign nationals generally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa before starting employment; requirements vary by nationality and contract. Relocating employees should arrange accommodation, health insurance, banking, transport, and document authentication in advance. Local regulations and immigration guidance should be confirmed with the employer and Philippine authorities.
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