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Director of Marketing & Communications
Role summary
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The Director of Marketing & Communications will lead Hilton’s marketing, communications, public relations and brand activities in Sri Lanka. The role typically requires a degree in marketing, communications, hospitality or a related field, together with several years of experience in hotel marketing, public relations or commercial leadership. Strong knowledge of digital marketing, social media, content creation, media relations and campaign planning is expected. The successful candidate should be an excellent communicator, commercially aware and confident working with senior leaders, media partners and international brand teams. They will be expected to strengthen the hotel’s reputation, increase awareness and demand, support revenue goals, manage marketing budgets and ensure all communications reflect Hilton’s brand standards.
Can I work in Sri Lanka?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Only listed roles: senior managers, executive and specialty chefs, spa managers and therapists, water-sports instructors.
Watch for: Waiter, housekeeping and front-office jobs are not on the official list for foreigners.
Official source: Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority: visas for tourism staff. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Sri Lanka
Usual for Sri Lanka, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Senior staff: on site or an allowance |
|---|---|
| Meals | Duty meals |
| Flights | Joining flight and a yearly home ticket (managers) |
| Service charge | About 10%, shared among local line staff; expat managers rarely share |
| Contract | 1 year, renewable |
| Leave | 14 days |
| Income tax | 0% up to LKR 150,000 a month, up to 36% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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Working in Sri Lanka
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About Hilton
Hilton is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of well-known hotel and resort brands, including Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, DoubleTree and Hampton. Founded in 1919, the company operates thousands of properties across many countries and serves both business and leisure travelers. Hilton is recognized for its international service standards, strong loyalty program, employee development opportunities and focus on guest experience. In Sri Lanka, Hilton has an established presence in Colombo and is associated with premium hospitality, dining, meetings and events. A Director of Marketing & Communications typically works closely with hotel leadership, commercial teams and regional brand offices to position the property, attract guests, support business performance and maintain a consistent Hilton identity across all marketing and public relations activity.