The Events Manager is responsible for planning, selling, coordinating and delivering conferences, meetings, weddings and other events. Requirements typically include previous experience in hotel events, conference services or event sales, strong organisational and communication skills, commercial awareness, and confidence managing budgets, suppliers and client relationships. The successful candidate is expected to deliver excellent guest service, convert enquiries into confirmed business, coordinate effectively with operational departments, manage event details accurately and remain calm under pressure. Flexibility is important, as the role may involve evenings, weekends and public holidays. Knowledge of hotel systems and local events markets is advantageous.
Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Asia and recognised internationally for hotels, resorts and serviced residences. The company operates properties across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Europe and North America, with a focus on personalised service, elegant surroundings and strong guest experiences. Shangri-La hotels commonly provide accommodation, restaurants, bars, wellness facilities, meetings and events services. In Australia, the brand is best known for its luxury presence in Sydney, where it serves leisure travellers, corporate guests, weddings and major conferences. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment and are expected to demonstrate the group’s service standards, professionalism and attention to detail. Career opportunities span hotel operations, culinary services, events, sales, finance and management, with experience at an international luxury property offering useful progression opportunities.
Australia is a large island country with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, events, food and beverage, health care, construction, technology and skilled trades. Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and coastal tourism areas offer the widest choice of hotel and event roles. Australian workplace culture is generally direct, practical and fairly informal, while punctuality, safety, inclusion and work-life balance are valued. Lifestyle options range from busy cities and beaches to regional and tropical destinations, although housing and transport costs can be high. Visa options may include employer-sponsored skilled visas, working holiday visas, graduate visas or other skilled migration pathways, depending on nationality, qualifications and occupation lists. Applicants should confirm requirements through the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocation planning should cover visa approval, health insurance, tax registration, accommodation, banking and a tax file number.
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