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 a diploma or degree in hospitality, business, sales or a related field, together with several years of hotel or event-sales experience. Strong knowledge of Singapore’s corporate events market, customer relationship management, negotiation and sales reporting is expected. The successful candidate should be confident in securing new accounts, preparing proposals, conducting site inspections, coordinating with operations, managing budgets and achieving revenue targets. Excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills are essential, along with a professional service attitude, commercial awareness and flexibility to work evenings, weekends or during major events.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a Hong Kong-founded luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. Its portfolio includes Shangri-La, Kerry Hotels, JEN by Shangri-La and Traders brands. The company is recognised for its focus on warm Asian hospitality, personalised guest service and high standards across accommodation, dining, meetings and events. Hotel JEN Tanglin Singapore is a contemporary hotel located near Orchard Road and Tanglin, serving business travellers, leisure guests and corporate event clients. It offers guestrooms, restaurants, meeting facilities and wellness amenities. Employees are generally expected to demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, cultural awareness and a strong commitment to guest satisfaction while supporting the commercial performance and reputation of the hotel.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, events, technology, finance, healthcare and logistics. The culture is multicultural, combining Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences, with English widely used at work. Lifestyle is convenient and safe, though accommodation and daily expenses can be high. Public transport is efficient, and most areas are accessible by MRT or bus. Hospitality employees may work variable shifts, weekends and public holidays, particularly during conferences and peak seasons. Foreign workers generally need an employer-sponsored work pass; eligible professional roles commonly use an Employment Pass or S Pass, subject to salary and regulatory requirements. Candidates should secure an offer before relocating, confirm pass eligibility, budget for housing and healthcare, and understand employment conditions. Singapore’s tropical climate is warm and humid throughout the year, with frequent rain.