Summary
Sunreef Yachts Charter is seeking a Charter Manager to oversee and grow its global luxury yacht charter activity in Dubai. The role includes managing yacht listings, building broker relationships, negotiating MYBA agreements, and coordinating yacht readiness with owners, captains, and crew. The successful candidate should have at least 2 years of yacht charter management or brokerage experience, proficiency in Yachtfolio, and knowledge of charter destinations and procedures. The posting offers competitive remuneration, basic health insurance, and paid annual and sick leave; no specific salary is stated.
The posting
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Sunreef Yachts Charter is seeking an experienced, commercially driven, and highly organised Charter Manager to oversee and expand the global charter activity of our luxury yacht fleet.
This role requires deep industry expertise, strong broker networks, and a thorough understanding of MYBA contracts and high-end charter operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in maximising charter revenue, strengthening global broker relationships, and ensuring seamless coordination between yacht owners, captains, crew, and central agents.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and strategically promote a fleet of Sunreef luxury yachts for charter worldwide
- Develop, maintain, and expand strong relationships with international charter brokers and industry partners
- Manage and optimise yacht listings across Yachtfolio and other relevant charter platforms
- Prepare, review, and negotiate charter agreements (MYBA contracts and related addenda)
- Coordinate closely with captains and crew to ensure yacht readiness, operational excellence, and premium guest experience standards
- Advise yacht owners on charter strategy, pricing, positioning, utilisation, and market trends
- Represent Sunreef Yachts Charter at major yacht shows and industry events globally
- Prepare tailored charter offers, itineraries, and client presentations aligned with luxury expectations
- Monitor charter performance and deliver structured reporting to owners and internal management
- Ensure full compliance with regulatory, classification, and flag state requirements applicable to charter operations
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in yacht charter management or yacht brokerage
- Strong working knowledge of MYBA contracts and charter procedures
- Proficiency in Yachtfolio
- In-depth knowledge of key charter destinations (Mediterranean, Caribbean, Indian Ocean, Middle East, etc.)
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple yachts and clients simultaneously
- Commercial mindset with a results-oriented approach
- Experience using CRM systems and performance tracking tools
- Ability to work independently within a dynamic international team environment
What We Offer
- The opportunity to work within a globally recognised luxury yacht brand
- A dynamic, international environment with direct exposure to high-profile owners and brokers
- Competitive remuneration aligned with experience and performance
- Career growth within a fast-expanding charter division
- Involvement in major yacht shows and global industry events
- A performance-driven culture with long-term development potential
- Competitive salary package
- Basic Health insurance
- Paid Annual Leave + Sick Leave