Director of Events Management

Job Description

The Director of Events Management leads the planning, sales and delivery of conferences, weddings, banquets and other events at Shangri-La. Candidates are generally expected to have substantial hotel or luxury hospitality experience, strong knowledge of event operations, budgeting and revenue generation, and proven leadership skills. Excellent communication, negotiation and client relationship abilities are essential, together with confidence managing teams, suppliers and high-profile guests. The role requires strong organisation, attention to detail, commercial awareness and flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays. The successful candidate is expected to deliver memorable events, achieve financial targets, maintain Shangri-La service standards and coordinate effectively with culinary, rooms, sales and operations departments.

Company Info

Shangri-La is a global luxury hospitality group founded in Singapore, operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. The brand is known for personalised service, refined accommodation, extensive dining facilities and strong meeting, wedding and events operations. Shangri-La properties in the Philippines serve both leisure and business travellers, combining local hospitality with international standards. Employees typically work in a structured, guest-focused environment with opportunities for training, career development and internal mobility across the group. The company places emphasis on warm service, operational excellence, teamwork and creating memorable experiences. Depending on the property, benefits may include service charge, meals, uniforms, healthcare support, employee rates and other hospitality-related privileges.

Destination Guide

The Philippines offers strong opportunities in hotels, resorts, events, food and beverage, tourism, business services and retail, particularly in Metro Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan and Davao. Filipino culture is generally warm, family-oriented and community-minded, with English widely used in professional workplaces. Lifestyle choices range from fast-paced city living to relaxed coastal communities, with affordable local food and varied transport options, although traffic and seasonal weather can be challenging. Foreign nationals usually need an appropriate work visa or permit arranged with employer support; requirements depend on nationality, contract and job classification. Relocating candidates should budget for housing deposits, transport, healthcare and documentation, and confirm whether accommodation or relocation assistance is included. Local employees should verify salary, service charge, working hours, benefits and probation terms before accepting an offer.