Director of Events Management

Job Description

The Director of Events Management leads the planning, sales, and delivery of meetings, conferences, weddings, banquets, and other events. Candidates should have substantial experience in hotel events, catering, or hospitality sales, together with strong leadership, budgeting, negotiation, and client relationship skills. The role requires excellent communication, commercial awareness, attention to detail, and the ability to manage several events and teams simultaneously. The successful candidate is expected to drive event revenue, maintain Shangri-La service standards, build lasting relationships with corporate and leisure clients, coordinate effectively with hotel departments, and ensure every event is delivered safely, smoothly, and profitably.

Company Info

Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Asia and recognized for its high standards of service, elegant hotels, resorts, and distinctive guest experiences. The group operates properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations under brands that include Shangri-La, Kerry Hotels, JEN, and Traders. Its Malaysian properties serve business travelers, leisure guests, families, and large event clients, with facilities ranging from restaurants and spas to conference and banquet venues. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on genuine hospitality, employee development, cultural understanding, and operational excellence. Employees typically work in multicultural teams and are expected to demonstrate professionalism, warmth, discretion, and attention to detail. Career opportunities may include accommodation, food and beverage, events, sales, finance, engineering, and senior hotel management.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers hospitality opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu, and other resort destinations. Event leaders can find roles in luxury hotels, convention centres, wedding venues, restaurants, and tourism businesses. The culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous influences; English is widely used in hotels, while learning basic Malay is helpful. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to relaxed island life, with beaches, rainforests, excellent food, and generally affordable daily costs compared with many international destinations. Langkawi, Penang, and Sabah are popular island or coastal choices, although Malaysia is a mainland-and-island country rather than one single island. Foreign nationals normally need employer sponsorship for an Employment Pass, with approval handled through Malaysian immigration authorities. Confirm eligibility, salary thresholds, accommodation, tax, healthcare, and dependent-pass arrangements before relocating.