The Events Manager will plan, coordinate and deliver meetings, conferences, weddings and social events for Shangri-La Rasa Sayang Resort and Golden Sands Resort. Responsibilities typically include responding to enquiries, preparing proposals and contracts, coordinating with hotel departments, managing event budgets, supervising setup and delivery, and maintaining strong client relationships. Candidates should have a hospitality, events or business background, several years of relevant experience, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and confidence managing multiple deadlines. A professional, service-focused manner, commercial awareness, attention to detail and familiarity with the Malaysian events market are expected. Fluency in English is important; knowledge of Malay or additional languages is advantageous.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels and resorts across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international destinations. The company is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards and distinctive resort experiences. In Malaysia, Shangri-La operates properties in destinations including Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu. The Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa and Golden Sands Resort are located in Batu Feringgi, Penang, offering luxury accommodation, restaurants, leisure facilities, wellness services and extensive venues for meetings and celebrations. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, teamwork, professional development and responsible business practices. Event-focused employees work closely with sales, banqueting, culinary, front office and operations teams to create well-organised experiences for corporate and private clients.
Penang Island is one of Malaysia’s most attractive places to work and live, particularly for hospitality, tourism, food and beverage, events, education, healthcare, technology and retail roles. George Town offers a lively mix of Malay, Chinese, Indian and international cultures, celebrated through heritage buildings, festivals and exceptional street food. Batu Feringgi provides a resort-based lifestyle with beaches, restaurants and a slower pace, while George Town has more urban energy. Living costs are generally lower than in Kuala Lumpur, although beachfront housing can be expensive. Malaysia’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with heavier rain during monsoon periods. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass, and the company must handle immigration requirements before work begins. Relocation planning should include accommodation, transport, healthcare, banking and dependent visas. Penang International Airport provides convenient regional connections.
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