The Events Manager – Proactive is responsible for generating new business and securing meetings, conferences, weddings, and social events for Raffles Makati. Requirements typically include hotel or luxury hospitality experience, strong knowledge of the Manila market, proven sales and event-planning skills, excellent communication, negotiation ability, and confidence using sales or property-management systems. The successful candidate is expected to build relationships with corporate and social clients, conduct site inspections, prepare proposals, manage the sales pipeline, coordinate with hotel departments, and achieve revenue targets. A polished, guest-focused approach, commercial awareness, attention to detail, flexibility, and the ability to work under deadlines are essential.
Raffles Makati is a luxury hotel in the heart of Makati City, Metro Manila, operated under Raffles Hotels & Resorts, part of Accor. The property is positioned for upscale leisure and business travelers and is connected to the wider Makati commercial, shopping, and dining district. Raffles is known internationally for refined service, elegant accommodations, personalized guest experiences, and its heritage of discreet hospitality. Raffles Makati includes luxury suites, restaurants and bars, meeting facilities, and event spaces suitable for corporate functions, celebrations, and high-end social occasions. As an Accor property, it offers employees access to an international hospitality network, structured learning opportunities, and potential career mobility across brands and countries. The hotel places strong emphasis on service excellence, relationship building, professionalism, and creating memorable experiences for guests and event clients.
The Philippines is an archipelago with strong employment opportunities in hospitality, tourism, business services, technology, healthcare, and retail. Metro Manila, including Makati, offers the broadest range of professional roles, international companies, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife, although traffic and housing costs can be challenging. Filipino culture is warm, family-oriented, English-friendly, and generally welcoming to foreign professionals. Island life varies widely: Luzon is the main business center, while Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, and other destinations are popular for beaches, diving, and a slower lifestyle. Living costs are moderate compared with many global cities, but central Makati rents can be relatively high. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored Alien Employment Permit and a valid work visa, commonly a 9(g) pre-arranged employee visa. Employers usually assist with applications, documentation, and relocation arrangements.
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