Director of Sales - Corporate

Role summary

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The Director of Sales - Corporate is responsible for developing and executing strategies to grow corporate business for Shangri-La Singapore. Requirements typically include substantial hotel sales experience, a strong network of corporate accounts, knowledge of the Singapore market, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and proven leadership ability. The successful candidate is expected to build long-term relationships with companies, generate new business, manage key accounts, achieve revenue targets, monitor market trends, and work closely with revenue management, events, and operations teams. Experience in luxury hospitality, knowledge of international corporate travel, and the ability to lead a sales team are strongly preferred.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other major destinations. The group is known for refined service, distinctive guest experiences, and its Asian-inspired approach to hospitality. Shangri-La Singapore is a landmark luxury hotel set within extensive gardens near Orchard Road. It offers accommodation, restaurants and bars, meeting facilities, wellness services, and event spaces for leisure and business guests. The company places strong emphasis on customer care, service excellence, employee development, sustainability, and creating memorable experiences. Its commercial teams work with corporate clients, travel partners, event organisers, and international businesses to drive occupancy, meetings, events, and long-term revenue growth.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a highly connected city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, finance, technology, healthcare, education, logistics, and international business. The culture is multicultural, organised, and generally professional, with English widely used at work. Lifestyle is convenient and safe, offering excellent public transport, diverse food, shopping, parks, waterfront areas, and frequent regional travel. Housing can be expensive, especially near central districts, while public transport and healthcare are efficient. Foreign professionals normally require an employment pass or another Ministry of Manpower work permit, with the employer usually submitting the application. Senior roles require suitable qualifications, experience, and a competitive salary. Before relocating, candidates should confirm visa sponsorship, contract benefits, accommodation costs, taxation, healthcare coverage, and eligibility for dependants. Singapore's tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain.