Events Sales Manager, Corporate (Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore)

Role summary

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The Events Sales Manager, Corporate is responsible for generating and managing corporate event business for Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore. Requirements typically include relevant experience in hotel events, catering or corporate sales, strong knowledge of Singapore’s business market, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and proficiency in English. The successful candidate is expected to identify new opportunities, maintain relationships with corporate clients, prepare proposals and contracts, conduct site inspections, achieve revenue targets, and coordinate closely with operations to ensure smooth event delivery. A commercially minded, well-organised and service-focused approach is essential, along with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and represent Shangri-La professionally.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a globally recognised luxury hospitality group founded in Singapore and known for its hotels, resorts and distinctive Asian-inspired service culture. The group operates properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets under the Shangri-La, Kerry Hotels, JEN by Shangri-La and Traders brands. Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore is a contemporary, lifestyle-oriented hotel serving business and leisure travellers, with accommodation, dining, meetings and event facilities. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, professional development, teamwork and responsible business practices. Employees can gain experience in an international hotel environment while working with guests, corporate clients and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city with strong opportunities in hospitality, events, tourism, finance, technology, healthcare and retail. Hotel and events professionals benefit from a busy corporate calendar, international visitors and year-round conventions. The culture is multicultural, efficient and respectful, with English widely used alongside Malay, Mandarin and Tamil. Lifestyle highlights include excellent public transport, diverse food, shopping, green spaces and easy access to neighbouring Southeast Asian destinations. Living costs, especially rent, are relatively high, so accommodation and commuting budgets should be considered carefully. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored work pass; managers commonly qualify for an Employment Pass, subject to salary and Ministry of Manpower requirements. Employers normally assist with documentation and relocation arrangements. New arrivals should verify current pass rules, secure appropriate housing and arrange health insurance, banking and tax matters before starting work.