Director of Events Management

Role summary

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The Director of Events Management leads the planning, sales and delivery of conferences, weddings, banquets and corporate functions, while ensuring excellent guest experiences and strong commercial results. Candidates are generally expected to have substantial experience in hotel events, catering or convention management, preferably within an international luxury property. The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, negotiation and client relationship skills, along with excellent communication and organisational ability. The successful candidate should be commercially minded, confident managing large teams and complex event programmes, and comfortable working flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays. Knowledge of Malaysian hospitality markets and professional English communication would be advantageous.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. The brand is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards and properties ranging from city hotels to beachfront resorts. Shangri-La hotels typically offer accommodation, restaurants, conference facilities, wellness services and extensive event spaces. In Malaysia, the group operates well-established properties serving business travellers, leisure guests, weddings and major corporate events. Employees are generally expected to deliver personalised service, maintain professional presentation and work collaboratively across departments. The company provides opportunities in hotel operations, food and beverage, sales, events and corporate support, although working hours can be demanding during peak seasons.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers strong opportunities in tourism, hotels, resorts, events, restaurants and travel services, particularly in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu and coastal resort areas. Its island destinations include Langkawi, Penang, Redang, Perhentian, Tioman and parts of Sabah. The culture is multicultural, shaped by Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous traditions, with English widely used in hotels and business. Lifestyle costs are moderate compared with many international destinations, although central Kuala Lumpur and resort islands can be expensive. Weather is tropical, hot and humid, with monsoon seasons varying by coast. Foreign employees normally need employer sponsorship for an Employment Pass, and approval is required before starting work. Relocation usually involves arranging accommodation, medical cover, banking and transport. Local food, welcoming communities and easy regional travel are major advantages.