The AVP/VP, Marketing Communication will lead Shangri-La’s corporate and brand communications strategy across key markets. Requirements typically include a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, business, or a related field; extensive senior-level experience in luxury hospitality, consumer brands, or an international organization; excellent English communication skills; and strong media, digital, stakeholder-management, and crisis-communications expertise. The successful candidate is expected to strengthen brand reputation, manage media relations, oversee campaigns and content, guide regional teams, support executive communications, and deliver measurable engagement aligned with business objectives. Strategic thinking, cultural awareness, creativity, leadership, and the ability to work effectively across countries and functions are essential.
Shangri-La Group is a Hong Kong-based luxury hospitality company with a global portfolio of hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses. Founded in 1971, the group is recognized for Asian-inspired service, elegant properties, and its long-standing Shangri-La brand. Its hotels operate across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations, serving leisure, corporate, meetings, and luxury travel markets. The company also manages brands and hospitality concepts positioned across different segments, including luxury and lifestyle accommodation. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on genuine care, guest experience, colleague development, sustainability, and local cultural connection. A senior marketing communications role would typically work with corporate leadership, hotel teams, regional offices, media, agencies, and commercial stakeholders to protect and strengthen the group’s reputation and market presence.
Hong Kong is a dense, international city and territory made up of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, the New Territories, and more than 200 outlying islands. It offers strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, aviation, finance, technology, retail, professional services, and marketing communications, with many regional headquarters based there. Cantonese is the local language, while English is widely used in business and Mandarin is common. The culture combines Chinese traditions with global influences, and food, festivals, hiking, beaches, and efficient public transport shape everyday life. Housing is expensive and space is limited, although salaries can be competitive. Overseas professionals generally need an employment visa sponsored by an eligible employer; the General Employment Policy is the common route, while dependants may usually accompany approved visa holders. Candidates should secure an offer, verify visa eligibility, arrange accommodation, and budget for rent, healthcare, schooling, and relocation costs.
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