Sports & Recreation Manager

Role summary

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The Sports & Recreation Manager oversees the resort’s sports, fitness, pool and recreational activities, ensuring safe, engaging and well-organized experiences for guests. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in sports management, recreation, hospitality or a related field, plus several years of experience in resort recreation, fitness or leisure operations. Candidates should have strong leadership, customer-service and communication skills, knowledge of health and safety procedures, and the ability to organize activities for different age groups and abilities. The role also expects effective team supervision, budget awareness, equipment maintenance, activity promotion and close coordination with other hotel departments. First-aid or lifesaving certification and experience in an international resort environment would be advantageous.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Asia, operating hotels, resorts and residences across the world. Its properties are known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards and a strong focus on guest comfort. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent properties in locations such as Manila and Boracay, offering accommodation, dining, wellness, recreation and events. Employees generally work in multicultural teams and are expected to deliver attentive, personalized service while maintaining professional operational standards. Benefits for management roles may include meals, uniforms, service charge, medical coverage, accommodation or housing support, and staff discounts, depending on the property and employment package. The company also emphasizes training, career development and internal mobility across its international network.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers hospitality opportunities across major islands and destinations including Luzon, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan and Mindanao. Resorts regularly recruit managers and supervisors in recreation, food and beverage, front office, housekeeping, wellness and events. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-oriented and strongly influenced by community, music and celebrations; English is widely used in workplaces. Island living can provide warm weather, beaches, diving and a relaxed lifestyle, although transport, healthcare and internet access vary outside major cities. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, commonly arranged after receiving a formal job offer. Relocating candidates should confirm accommodation, tax treatment, insurance, flights and contract terms with Shangri-La. Costs are generally lower than in many Western countries, but popular resort islands can be expensive during peak seasons.