Sports & Recreation Manager

Role summary

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The Sports & Recreation Manager oversees recreational activities, sports facilities, equipment, and guest programs at the resort. Candidates typically need a hospitality, leisure management, sports management, or related background, along with several years of supervisory experience. Strong knowledge of health and safety procedures, activity planning, customer service, budgeting, and team leadership is expected. The role requires an energetic, approachable, and well-organized professional who can create enjoyable experiences for guests of different ages and abilities. The successful candidate should be physically active, confident supervising outdoor activities, capable of handling guest concerns, and comfortable working flexible hours, weekends, and holidays. Lifeguard, first-aid, or relevant sports certifications may be advantageous.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Asia, operating hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations. Its portfolio includes the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN, and Traders brands. Shangri-La properties are known for attentive Asian-inspired hospitality, high-quality accommodation, extensive dining, wellness, and recreational facilities. In the Philippines, the group operates prominent properties including Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu, and Shangri-La Boracay, both recognized for their resort settings and guest-focused service. Employees generally work in multicultural teams and are expected to uphold professional service standards, safety practices, and the company’s emphasis on genuine care. Career opportunities may include staff accommodation, meals, service-charge benefits, training, and internal mobility, although benefits vary by property and employment contract.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers resort and hospitality opportunities throughout Luzon, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, and Mindanao, particularly in front office, food and beverage, recreation, wellness, and management. Filipino culture is welcoming, community-oriented, and strongly influenced by family, festivals, music, and diverse regional traditions. Island life can provide warm weather, beaches, outdoor activities, and a relaxed social environment, although transport, healthcare access, internet reliability, and living costs vary by location. Foreign nationals normally need an appropriate work visa or permit arranged with employer support; working on a tourist visa is not permitted. Employers may assist with documentation, accommodation, airport transfers, and relocation, but this should be confirmed before accepting an offer. Candidates should review contract terms, service charges, housing, insurance, tax obligations, and travel arrangements, and prepare for humid weather and flexible resort schedules.