Marketing Coordinator

Job Description

The Marketing Coordinator supports the hotel’s marketing and communications activities, including campaigns, promotions, social media, content preparation, marketing materials, events, partnerships, and coordination with internal departments and external suppliers. Candidates typically need a degree or diploma in marketing, communications, hospitality, or a related field, along with relevant experience in hotel, tourism, retail, or consumer marketing. Strong writing, organization, communication, and digital media skills are expected. The role requires attention to detail, creativity, confidence working with multiple stakeholders, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced hospitality environment. Knowledge of local tourism markets and familiarity with design or marketing software may be advantageous.

Company Info

Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and known for its hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other destinations. The group operates properties under the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN, and Traders brands, serving both leisure and business travelers. Shangri-La hotels are recognized for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, distinctive dining, wellness facilities, and conference and event offerings. In the Philippines, the company operates well-known properties including Shangri-La The Fort, Manila and Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu. Employees generally work in a guest-focused, multicultural environment where professionalism, teamwork, service excellence, and brand consistency are important. Marketing teams support hotel revenue and reputation through campaigns, public relations, digital channels, partnerships, events, and destination promotion.

Destination Guide

The Philippines offers hospitality and marketing opportunities in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, and other tourism centers. Jobs are available in hotels, resorts, restaurants, travel companies, events, retail, and digital marketing. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-oriented, and strongly influenced by both Asian and Western traditions; English is widely used in business and tourism. Lifestyle varies from busy metropolitan living to relaxed coastal communities, with affordable local food, beaches, diving, festivals, and strong social networks. Foreign nationals generally need an employer-sponsored work permit and an appropriate visa, while requirements vary by nationality and employment arrangement. Employers commonly assist with documentation, but applicants should confirm current rules with the Philippine Bureau of Immigration or an embassy. Relocating professionals should budget for housing, transport, health insurance, and deposits, especially in Manila. Research the island’s climate, transport, internet access, and emergency services before accepting a position.