The Director of Business Development is responsible for identifying new commercial opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and growing revenue for Shangri-La in the Philippines. Typical requirements include a bachelor’s degree in business, hospitality, marketing, or a related field, together with substantial experience in hotel sales, business development, or commercial management. The successful candidate should have strong knowledge of the Philippine corporate, leisure, and events markets, excellent negotiation and presentation skills, and an established professional network. Shangri-La expects a commercially minded leader who can create long-term client relationships, develop market strategies, lead business initiatives, monitor performance, and work effectively with sales, marketing, revenue, and hotel operations teams.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The group is known for personalized service, premium accommodation, dining, wellness, and conference facilities. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent properties including Shangri-La The Fort in Bonifacio Global City, Makati Shangri-La, and Shangri-La Mactan in Cebu. Its hotels serve business travelers, families, leisure guests, and major events, creating opportunities across commercial, operational, and corporate functions. The company places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, employee development, cultural awareness, responsible business practices, and maintaining a refined service standard. Compensation and benefits vary by property, seniority, experience, and performance.
The Philippines offers diverse career opportunities in hospitality, business development, tourism, technology, finance, healthcare, and outsourcing. Major employment centers include Metro Manila on Luzon, Cebu in the Visayas, and Davao in Mindanao. The country has a warm, welcoming culture, strong English proficiency, close family ties, and a lively social environment. Lifestyle costs vary: Manila and Cebu are more expensive, while many provincial and island locations are more affordable. Employees can enjoy beaches, diving, hiking, festivals, and varied regional cuisine. Foreign nationals generally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, commonly arranged through the company and Philippine authorities; requirements depend on nationality and contract length. Relocating professionals should budget for housing, transportation, healthcare, documentation, and possible school costs, and should confirm current immigration rules before accepting an offer.
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