The Events Manager plans, coordinates and delivers meetings, conferences, weddings and other events, from initial enquiry through execution and post-event follow-up. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in hospitality, tourism, business or a related field, together with several years of experience in event planning, hotel banquets or catering sales. The successful candidate should have strong organization, budgeting, negotiation and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Professional presentation, customer focus, commercial awareness and confidence working with different departments are expected. Flexibility is essential, as the role may involve evenings, weekends and public holidays.
Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. Its portfolio includes the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN and Traders brands. Shangri-La properties are known for personalized service, high-quality accommodation, extensive dining facilities, wellness offerings and professionally managed meetings and events. In the Philippines, the group operates well-known hotels and island resorts, serving leisure travelers, corporate clients, wedding parties and international visitors. The company promotes Asian hospitality, employee development and service excellence, while offering opportunities across hotel operations, food and beverage, events, sales, finance and other specialist departments.
The Philippines is an archipelago with varied opportunities across Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol and other tourist destinations. Hospitality roles are concentrated in major cities, beach resorts and hotel groups, while tourism, food service, events and retail provide additional employment. Filipino culture is friendly, family-oriented and community-minded; English is widely used in workplaces. Island living can offer warm weather, beaches, outdoor activities and a relaxed social atmosphere, although transport, healthcare access and supply costs vary considerably by location. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, with requirements confirmed through the Bureau of Immigration and the Department of Labor and Employment. Candidates should secure a written offer, verify accommodation and benefits, budget for deposits and relocation costs, and check transport links before moving. Local salaries may be lower than in Western markets, but resort packages can include meals, housing, service charge or transportation.
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