Manager, Events

Job Description

The Manager, Events role is responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering conferences, meetings, weddings and other events at Shangri-La Singapore. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in hospitality, event management, business or a related field, together with several years of hotel or event experience. The successful candidate should have strong organisational, communication and negotiation skills, commercial awareness and the ability to manage budgets, suppliers, clients and operational teams. The role requires confidence in handling multiple events, attention to detail, excellent guest service and the flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays when required.

Company Info

Shangri-La Singapore is a luxury five-star hotel located along Orange Grove Road, near Orchard Road. It is part of Shangri-La Group, an international hospitality company operating hotels and resorts across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other destinations. The Singapore property is known for its extensive gardens, premium accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities and large-scale meetings and events. The hotel serves business travellers, leisure guests, families, wedding parties and corporate clients. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on Asian hospitality, personalised service, professional development and consistent guest experiences. Employees work in a multicultural environment and may have opportunities for training, internal mobility and career progression within the group. Event managers support the hotel’s commercial and operational teams by converting business opportunities into well-organised, high-quality events.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, modern island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, events, finance, technology and retail. The culture is multicultural, with English widely used alongside Mandarin, Malay and Tamil. Life is generally safe, efficient and convenient, with excellent public transport, diverse food, shopping, parks and lively neighbourhoods. Housing and daily expenses can be high, especially near central areas, so salary and accommodation arrangements should be considered carefully. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored work pass, such as an Employment Pass or S Pass, and approval depends on qualifications, salary and prevailing government criteria. Employers usually guide successful candidates through the application process. New arrivals should arrange suitable housing, health insurance and a local bank account, and understand Singapore’s employment rules. Shangri-La Singapore is centrally located and well connected by public transport, making commuting from many residential districts practical.