The Senior Business Development Manager – Corporate is expected to grow corporate accounts, build long-term relationships with key companies, identify new business opportunities and achieve revenue targets for Shangri-La. Candidates should have several years of corporate sales or business development experience, preferably within luxury hotels or hospitality, along with strong knowledge of the UAE market. Excellent negotiation, presentation and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to manage sales pipelines, conduct client visits and represent the hotel professionally. The successful candidate will be commercially focused, well connected, target-driven and comfortable working with senior decision-makers. Fluency in English is expected; knowledge of Arabic or other international languages is an advantage.
Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong and recognised for its warm Asian-inspired service. The group operates hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other major destinations under the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN and Traders brands. Its properties are known for personalised guest care, high-quality dining, elegant accommodation and strong attention to local culture. In the UAE, Shangri-La hotels serve business and leisure travellers in key locations such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The company places importance on service excellence, teamwork, professional development and creating memorable experiences for guests. Employees generally work in an international environment and may receive hospitality-related benefits, training and opportunities for career progression within the wider group.
The UAE is not an island but a federation of seven emirates, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi offering the largest concentration of hospitality, corporate sales, tourism and retail opportunities. The culture is multicultural and generally welcoming, while Islamic traditions influence dress, public behaviour and the rhythm of daily life. Lifestyle options range from beaches, desert excursions and shopping to restaurants, sports and a lively international social scene. Summers are extremely hot, so indoor facilities and air-conditioning are central to everyday life. Most foreign employees need an employment visa sponsored by their employer; the company normally arranges the work permit, medical checks and Emirates ID process. Before relocating, confirm housing, transport, insurance, flights and education costs in the employment package. Rent can be high, particularly in Dubai, so location and commuting should be considered carefully.
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