Senior Events Manager

Job Description

The Senior Events Manager is responsible for planning, selling and delivering conferences, weddings, meetings and other events, while meeting revenue and guest-satisfaction targets. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in hospitality, event management or a related field, several years of hotel events or banqueting experience, strong commercial awareness and excellent communication skills. The successful candidate is expected to manage client relationships, prepare proposals and budgets, coordinate operations across departments, negotiate with suppliers, supervise event teams and resolve issues professionally. Flexibility, attention to detail, leadership ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends and public holidays are essential.

Company Info

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and recognised for service-led hotels, resorts and city properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. The group operates under brands including Shangri-La, Kerry Hotels, JEN by Shangri-La and Traders Hotels. Its properties typically provide accommodation, restaurants and bars, conferences, weddings, wellness facilities and leisure experiences. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on warm Asian hospitality, personalised guest service, colleague development and responsible business practices. In Malaysia, the group has established properties serving both business and leisure travellers, with roles spanning hotel operations, food and beverage, events, sales, engineering and guest services. A Senior Events Manager would generally work closely with sales, banqueting, culinary, finance and front-office teams to deliver commercially successful events.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers hospitality opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu, Johor and other resort destinations. Event, hotel sales, food and beverage, guest services and tourism roles are common, particularly in major cities and island resorts. The culture is multicultural, combining Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous influences, with English widely used in business and hotels. Lifestyle ranges from busy urban living to relaxed beach and nature-based communities; food, public transport and everyday costs are generally reasonable, though Kuala Lumpur rents can be higher. Foreign nationals usually need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass, with the company handling approval and immigration procedures. Candidates should secure a written offer, confirm accommodation and benefits, check passport validity and arrange medical or document requirements before relocating. Langkawi and Penang offer island living, while Kuala Lumpur provides broader career progression.