The Business Development Manager is expected to identify new business opportunities, develop relationships with corporate and leisure clients, manage sales pipelines and contribute to revenue growth for Shangri-La. Candidates should have relevant hospitality, tourism or business development experience, strong communication and negotiation skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to meet sales targets. Experience working with hotels, travel partners, events or key accounts is advantageous. The role requires professionalism, initiative, market knowledge, effective presentation skills and flexibility to work with internal departments and external partners.
Shangri-La is a globally recognised luxury hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and other hospitality businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and Australia. The company is known for personalised service, high-quality accommodation, dining, events and wellness experiences. Shangri-La properties serve leisure travellers, corporate guests, tour groups and major events, supported by international sales and commercial teams. Employees are generally expected to demonstrate genuine hospitality, cultural awareness, professionalism and a strong commitment to guest satisfaction. The organisation offers opportunities across hotel operations, sales, finance, engineering, food and beverage, and leadership. In Australia, Shangri-La has been associated with premium city hospitality and destination-focused guest experiences, with business development teams working closely with corporate accounts, travel agencies, event organisers and other commercial partners.
Australia is a large island country with opportunities in hospitality, tourism, business development, events, retail, healthcare, construction, technology and professional services. Major employment centres include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and the Gold Coast, while regional resorts and tourism destinations also recruit internationally. Australian workplace culture is generally direct, collaborative and respectful of work-life balance, with strong emphasis on reliability, safety and customer service. Lifestyle options range from vibrant cities and beaches to outdoor activities, national parks and a relaxed coastal environment. Work rights depend on visa status; common routes include employer-sponsored visas, skilled visas and working holiday visas for eligible nationalities. Applicants should check eligibility, occupation lists, sponsorship requirements and current government rules before relocating. Living costs, especially rent, can be high in major cities, so budgeting and accommodation planning are important.
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