The Marketing & Communication Manager is expected to plan and deliver marketing, public relations, digital and communications activities for Courtyard by Marriott Colombo. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in marketing, communications, public relations, hospitality or a related field, along with several years of relevant hotel or corporate experience. Strong writing, media relations, social media, campaign management and presentation skills are important. The successful candidate should understand local and international markets, protect Marriott brand standards, coordinate with sales and operational teams, manage agencies and suppliers, and measure campaign performance. The role also requires creativity, commercial awareness, excellent organisation, professional communication and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced hotel environment.
Courtyard by Marriott Colombo is part of Marriott International, one of the world's largest hospitality companies, operating a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts across many countries. Courtyard is Marriott's business-focused, contemporary hotel brand, designed for business and leisure travellers seeking practical comfort, modern facilities and reliable service. The Colombo property serves guests visiting Sri Lanka's commercial capital and is expected to support accommodation, dining, meetings and events. Employees work within Marriott's international service culture, with emphasis on guest satisfaction, professional development, ethical conduct and consistent brand standards. The Marketing & Communication Manager would help build the hotel's visibility through public relations, digital marketing, social media, partnerships, media engagement and promotional campaigns, while working closely with sales, revenue, food and beverage, and hotel leadership teams.
Sri Lanka offers opportunities in hospitality, tourism, IT, finance, education, healthcare, construction and international business, with Colombo providing the widest professional market. The island has a warm, community-oriented culture influenced by Sinhalese, Tamil, Muslim and colonial traditions. English is widely used in business, while Sinhala and Tamil are the official languages. Lifestyle costs are generally lower than in many Western countries, although Colombo accommodation and imported goods can be expensive. The country offers beaches, mountains, wildlife parks, historic cities and excellent food, with rail and bus travel connecting most regions. Foreign nationals normally need an appropriate employment visa or residence approval arranged with employer support; a tourist visa does not permit employment. Before relocating, confirm sponsorship, salary, accommodation, healthcare, tax, contract terms and dependent arrangements. Colombo is convenient and developing, but traffic, humidity and occasional economic changes should be considered.
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