Careers at Soneva

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Passion Meets Purpose

Founded on shared passions and masters of innovation, Soneva is a thriving community working hand in hand with the environment to craft beautiful, beyond bespoke experiences where discovery is a way of life. As a Soneva Host, you will be an essential part of our award-winning team and play an active role in promoting sustainable practices. Great Place to Work® certified, we are committed to providing learning opportunities tailored to your needs and aspirations, competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages, enabling you to thrive in your role while maintaining a flexible work culture and healthy work-life balance in a pristine island environment.

Embrace SLOW LIFE with Soneva’s family of destinations – including the only resorts in the Maldives that were named in The Worlds’ 50 Best Hotels 2023 list – where sustainable living and a barefoot philosophy are part of the natural order.

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Soneva – A Great Place to Work

As a certified Great Place to Work®, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our Hosts.

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Career Opportunities

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Soneva Fushi| Full time

Assistant Zipline Manager

We are looking for an Assistant Zipline Manager to join Soneva Fushi Resort

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Soneva Fushi| Seasonal

Spa Therapist (Seasonal)

We are looking for Seasonal Spa Therapists to join Soneva Fushi Resort

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Soneva Fushi| Full time

Reservations Agent

We are looking for a Reservations Agent at Soneva Fushi Resort

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Soneva Jani| Full time

Barefoot Guardian

Soneva Jani is nestled within the tranquil waters of the Noonu Atoll, where sun-drenched blue skies and azure seas stretch out in every direction. We seek experienced Barefoot Guardians (Butlers) to manage our large villa residences, looking after extended families and group bookings.

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Soneva Jani| Full time

Barefoot Guardian – Russian speaking

We are looking for a Russian speaking Barefoot Guardian for Soneva Jani Resort.

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Soneva Jani| Full time

Barefoot Guardian – Chinese speaking

We are looking for a Chinese speaking Barefoot Guardian for Soneva Jani Resort.

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Our Resorts

Soneva Fushi

The original Soneva in the Maldives’ Baa Atoll. Soneva Fushi inspires the imagination and holds a special magic that sees guests returning as friends.

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Soneva Jani

Uninterrupted ocean views create a unique castaway experience. The overwater and island villas offer the ultimate in privacy and laid back luxury.

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Soneva Secret 2024

Our barefoot paradise presents the ultimate in privacy and seclusion, where the beauty of nature abounds. Experience a fresh new wave of personalised hospitality.

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Soneva Kiri

Located in tropical rainforest, on an unspoiled island with some of the best beaches in Thailand, Soneva Kiri offers an unparalleled blend of luxury and eco-friendly design.

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Soneva in Aqua

Soneva in Aqua offers the freedom to explore the Indian Ocean. This luxurious two cabin yacht has elegant spacious interiors, multiple levels of decks and an outdoor Jacuzzi.

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Soneva Fushi

The original Soneva in the Maldives’ Baa Atoll. Soneva Fushi inspires the imagination and holds a special magic that sees guests returning as friends.

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Soneva Jani

Uninterrupted ocean views create a unique castaway experience. The overwater and island villas offer the ultimate in privacy and laid back luxury.

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Soneva Secret 2024

Our barefoot paradise presents the ultimate in privacy and seclusion, where the beauty of nature abounds. Experience a fresh new wave of personalised hospitality.

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Soneva Kiri

Located in tropical rainforest, on an unspoiled island with some of the best beaches in Thailand, Soneva Kiri offers an unparalleled blend of luxury and eco-friendly design.

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Soneva in Aqua

Soneva in Aqua offers the freedom to explore the Indian Ocean. This luxurious two cabin yacht has elegant spacious interiors, multiple levels of decks and an outdoor Jacuzzi.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Soneva has four resorts – one in Thailand and three in the Maldives.

For the Maldives, please email your CV or resume to [email protected] and for Thailand, email [email protected]

Please note that Soneva does not ask for any payments from candidates during the recruitment process, such as for insurance policies, visas, work permits, temporary accommodation, etc.

Due to the volume of applications, if you aren’t contacted within 2 weeks of your application submission, sadly, this would infer that you have been unsuccessful with your application on this occasion. However, please review our company website, to check out whether we have any other suitable roles for your experience.

Our Talent Acquisition team decides on the resort to which you are assigned, depending on available job positions and your skills (professional experience, foreign languages, qualifications, etc.).

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About Soneva

Guardians of places that have existed long before us, our unique vision is inspired by nature’s magnitude, mystery and enchanting beauty. Founded on shared passions and masters of innovation, we work hand in hand with the environment to craft beautiful, beyond bespoke experiences where discovery is a way of life.

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Press & Awards

Each Soneva resort is an award-winning destination, receiving accolades from The World’s 50 Best, Condé Nast Traveler, CNN, Travel + Leisure, Forbes Travel Guide, Robb Report and many more.

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