Events Manager

Job Description

The Events Manager is responsible for planning, selling and delivering conferences, meetings, weddings and social functions at Shangri-La. The role typically requires proven experience in hotel events, conference services or hospitality sales, strong organisational and communication skills, and confidence managing budgets, suppliers, contracts and client expectations. The successful candidate should be commercially minded, detail-focused and comfortable coordinating several events at once. They will build strong relationships with clients, prepare proposals and event orders, lead pre-event planning, coordinate hotel departments, monitor service standards and resolve issues professionally. Flexibility is essential, as the position may involve evenings, weekends and public holidays. Knowledge of local venues, event technology and relevant Australian hospitality practices would be advantageous.

Company Info

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and residences across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Europe and North America. Its properties are known for personalised service, comfortable accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities and professionally managed meetings and events. Shangri-La aims to create warm, memorable guest experiences while maintaining strong international service standards. In Australia, the group has operated distinctive resort and city-hotel properties, including Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns, where the setting supports leisure travel, conferences, weddings and incentive events. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment with opportunities to develop through on-the-job training and the group’s international network. Events roles combine hospitality operations, sales, client relationship management and cross-department teamwork, making them well suited to candidates who enjoy a fast-paced, guest-focused workplace.

Destination Guide

Australia is both a country and a continent, with major island destinations such as Tasmania, the Whitsundays and tropical North Queensland. Hospitality opportunities are available in hotels, resorts, restaurants, events, tourism and seasonal operations, particularly in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns and regional resort areas. Australian workplaces are generally informal, diverse and direct, with strong expectations around reliability, safety, fairness and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from urban culture and dining to beaches, outdoor sports and a relaxed coastal pace. Overseas applicants normally need a suitable work visa, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa or skilled pathway; eligibility depends on nationality, occupation and experience. Before relocating, arrange tax, health insurance, accommodation and an Australian bank account. Regional tourism roles may offer staff housing, but availability and costs should be confirmed with the employer.