Events Coordinator

Job Description

The Events Coordinator supports the planning and delivery of conferences, weddings, meetings and other events at Shangri-La Colombo. Typical requirements include a diploma or degree in hospitality, event management or a related field, together with experience in hotel events, banqueting, sales coordination or customer service. Strong organisation, communication and negotiation skills are essential, as is the ability to manage several details, suppliers and deadlines at once. The successful candidate is expected to prepare proposals and function information, coordinate with operational departments, assist clients throughout the planning process and ensure events meet Shangri-La service standards. Flexibility, professional presentation, teamwork, attention to detail and willingness to work evenings, weekends and public holidays are also important.

Company Info

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and other businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Africa. Its portfolio includes Shangri-La, Kerry Hotels, JEN and Traders properties. The group is recognised for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards and well-developed facilities for leisure, business, dining and events. Shangri-La Colombo is a luxury city hotel located beside Colombo’s Galle Face waterfront, offering guest rooms, restaurants, meeting venues, event spaces and access to the wider Shangri-La resort and retail development. The property serves corporate clients, international visitors, weddings and social functions. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with structured hotel operations, opportunities for cross-department experience and training. Benefits and compensation can vary according to experience, local employment conditions, service charge and the specific employment contract.

Destination Guide

Sri Lanka offers opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, events, travel services, technology and international business. Colombo is the main commercial centre and provides the broadest professional job market, while Galle, Kandy, Bentota and the eastern and southern coasts offer strong hospitality employment. The culture blends Sinhalese, Tamil, Muslim and colonial influences, with Buddhism playing an important role. Employees generally experience a friendly, family-oriented lifestyle, tropical weather, affordable local food and good access to beaches, wildlife and historic sites. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit or appropriate employment visa before starting work; tourist visas do not authorise employment. The employer usually supports documentation, though requirements can include passport copies, qualifications, medical checks and police clearance. Relocating staff should confirm salary, service charge, accommodation, transport, insurance, taxes, leave and visa responsibility in writing before accepting an offer.