The Senior Business Development Manager – Corporate is expected to grow Shangri-La’s corporate account portfolio across the UAE. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in hospitality, business, marketing, or a related field; several years of hotel sales or business development experience; strong knowledge of the corporate travel market; and an established network of business clients. The successful candidate should be commercially minded, confident in negotiations and presentations, target-driven, and capable of preparing sales plans, managing key accounts, identifying new revenue opportunities, and maintaining strong relationships with companies, travel partners, and industry stakeholders. Excellent English communication, CRM skills, and flexibility to attend meetings and networking events are expected.
Shangri-La is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations. The group is known for refined accommodation, personal service, distinctive dining, and strong guest-focused traditions. Its properties serve leisure travellers, corporate guests, conference groups, and long-stay residents. Shangri-La places importance on hospitality excellence, cultural awareness, employee development, and creating memorable guest experiences. In the United Arab Emirates, the company operates luxury hotels and resorts serving major business and tourism markets. Employees may benefit from an international working environment, structured training, career mobility, accommodation or housing allowances, medical insurance, annual leave, and travel-related hospitality benefits, depending on the property and employment package.
The UAE is not an island, but it offers a coastal lifestyle across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, and other emirates. Hospitality, tourism, corporate sales, events, aviation, retail, and luxury services provide strong employment opportunities. The culture combines Islamic traditions, Emirati heritage, and a highly international expatriate community. Daily life is modern and convenient, with excellent restaurants, shopping, beaches, desert activities, and public transport in major cities. Summers are extremely hot, while winters are pleasant and popular for outdoor activities. Employers generally sponsor work visas, residence permits, medical checks, and Emirates ID applications for overseas hires. Candidates should confirm whether accommodation, transport, flights, insurance, and family sponsorship are included. Relocation costs, rent, school fees, and local labour-contract conditions should be reviewed carefully before accepting an offer.
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