Manager, Events

Job Description

The Manager, Events role at Shangri-La Singapore is responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering conferences, meetings, weddings and other events. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in hospitality, events, business or a related field, together with several years of experience in hotel event planning, banqueting or catering sales. Strong organizational, communication and negotiation skills are essential, along with confidence managing clients, suppliers and internal departments. The successful candidate is expected to meet revenue targets, prepare proposals and budgets, oversee event execution, resolve issues promptly and maintain Shangri-La’s service standards. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays is normally required.

Company Info

Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. The group is recognized for personalized service, comfortable surroundings and its signature spirit of hospitality. Shangri-La Singapore is a large five-star city resort set near Orchard Road, offering guestrooms, suites, restaurants, meeting facilities, landscaped gardens and extensive event spaces. The property serves business travelers, leisure guests, weddings, conferences and corporate functions. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with opportunities to collaborate across hotel departments and develop careers within the wider Shangri-La network. Service quality, guest satisfaction, teamwork and professional presentation are important parts of the company culture.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly connected city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, events, finance, technology, healthcare and logistics. The culture is multicultural, with English widely used alongside Mandarin, Malay and Tamil. Residents enjoy excellent public transport, reliable infrastructure, diverse food, shopping, parks and a lively arts and entertainment scene. The cost of living can be high, particularly for accommodation, although public transport and everyday dining can be affordable. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored work pass, such as an Employment Pass or S Pass, depending on qualifications, salary and eligibility rules. Employers commonly assist with applications, but approval is not automatic. New arrivals should budget for housing deposits, healthcare, transport and relocation costs, and confirm work-pass requirements before accepting an offer.