The Event Sales Manager (Wedding Planner) is responsible for selling and coordinating weddings and social events, from initial enquiry through execution. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in hospitality, event management, business, or a related field, along with several years of experience in hotel sales, banqueting, or wedding planning. Strong communication, negotiation, presentation, organization, and customer-service skills are essential. The candidate is expected to develop business, conduct venue tours, prepare proposals and contracts, manage budgets, coordinate with culinary and operations teams, and maintain excellent client relationships. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays is expected, together with a polished, commercially minded, and detail-oriented approach.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a Hong Kong-founded luxury hospitality group operating hotels, resorts, and city properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The company is known for personalized service, upscale accommodation, restaurants, meeting facilities, and destination events. Shangri-La properties commonly serve leisure travelers, corporate guests, wedding parties, and large conferences. In Malaysia, the group has operated prominent hotels and resorts in locations such as Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Kota Kinabalu. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment with structured service standards, training opportunities, and exposure to international hospitality practices. Event sales roles require close cooperation with food and beverage, banqueting, finance, front office, and marketing teams while representing the brand professionally to clients and partners.
Malaysia offers varied hospitality opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Sabah, and Sarawak, including hotel sales, weddings, food and beverage, tourism, diving, and resort operations. Penang combines heritage streets, diverse food, beaches, and a relaxed urban lifestyle. Langkawi provides a slower island setting, strong resort employment, outdoor activities, and an international tourism community. Malaysian culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Indigenous influences; English is widely used in hotels, although Malay is the national language. Living costs are moderate, rising in Kuala Lumpur and popular resort areas. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored employment pass, with approval handled before starting work; requirements vary by nationality and role. Candidates should confirm visa sponsorship, accommodation, transport, medical coverage, service charge, and relocation support. Housing near resorts can be limited, so securing accommodation early is advisable.
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