Yacht Management Director
Based in Fort Lauderdale
$90-110,000 pa
Oversee all aspects of the Yacht Management Department. The overall goal is to grow and sustain a recognized and respected fleet of quality yachts and to maintain strong interpersonal relationships with current and prospective client owners, captains & brokers around the world.
- Identify & cultivate new business for the Yacht Management Team
- Perform competitive analysis & implement strategic plan for business development.
- Oversee New Client Checklist and prepare paperwork for onboarding new client vessels.
- Liaise with clients & representatives on high level issues & concerns.
- Visit yachts & shipyards on behalf of clients to oversee projects, especially for significant shipyard projects.
- Visit yachts worldwide to perform on-board internal audits as required by regulations (ISM/ISPS/MLC).
- Oversee logistical arrangements of Yacht Management staff & coordination with vessels, clients, contractors etc.
- Ensure department compliance with Flag State regulations (ISM/ISPS/MLC).
- Plan & manage company Flag State audits for compliance (ISM/ISPS/MLC).
- Create and control Yacht Management operating budget.
- Create and oversee operating systems for Yacht Management Department including software & technology development.
- Identify areas for training of staff in department.
- Review budgets & financial reports with clients.
- Provide budget scenarios for brokers as requested.
- Review department accounting reports and identify opportunities for growth/profitability/reduced costs.
- Perform HR duties within the department (interview candidates/hiring/termination/PTO/expense reporting/dispute resolution).
- Attend & participate in industry events, seminars & conferences.
Who are we looking for?
The successful candidate is likely to currently be a Senior Yacht Manager, with strong compliance knowledge, looking to accelerate their career within a fast-growing and market-leading Yacht Management Company
