Marketing Coordinator

Job Description

The Marketing Coordinator supports Shangri-La's marketing and communications activities in the Philippines. Typical responsibilities include coordinating campaigns, preparing promotional materials, updating digital channels, assisting with social media and content creation, monitoring marketing calendars, liaising with agencies and hotel departments, and helping organize events or promotional activities. Candidates are generally expected to hold a degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, or a related field, with relevant hotel or service-industry experience preferred. Strong writing, organization, communication, and coordination skills are important, along with confidence using Microsoft Office and digital marketing platforms. The successful candidate should be creative, detail-oriented, commercially aware, professional, and able to manage deadlines while maintaining Shangri-La's brand standards.

Company Info

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts 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 company is known for refined service, comfortable accommodations, distinctive dining, and guest-focused experiences under the Shangri-La brand. Its Philippine properties serve business and leisure travelers and commonly offer restaurants, wellness facilities, event spaces, and resort amenities. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on hospitality standards, employee development, teamwork, and cultural sensitivity. Marketing teams support hotel positioning, guest engagement, communications, promotions, partnerships, and revenue-generating campaigns across local and international markets.

Destination Guide

The Philippines offers hospitality, tourism, marketing, food and beverage, retail, technology, and customer-service opportunities, especially in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, and other resort destinations. Life varies from fast-paced urban living to relaxed island communities. Filipino culture is friendly, family-oriented, and strongly influenced by local traditions, English communication, and diverse regional cuisines. Costs are generally lower than in many Western countries, although Manila and major resort areas can be more expensive. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, while requirements depend on nationality and contract length; employers usually assist with applications. Relocating workers should arrange valid documents, accommodation, health coverage, and local registration before arrival. The country has tropical weather, excellent beaches, and extensive travel opportunities, but newcomers should prepare for traffic, rainy seasons, and occasional typhoons.