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About the Purser

The purser on board a yacht is responsible for the financial management and administration of the vessel under the captain’s direction. This role may also direct the overall management of the interior department depending on the size and needs of the vessel. This position requires knowledge of ISM and ISPS, excellent computer skills in a variety of programs including Microsoft Office and various accounting software, along with superior communication skills. The purser communicates with onshore vendors, contractors, owners/guests and represents the yacht in a variety of situations. A vast knowledge of wines, food, restaurants and onshore activities is essential to success. A strong candidate will have at least five years of experience in the superyacht industry in addition to corporate land-based experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Financial administration for the entire yacht
• All operations of the interior department
• Interior inventory
• Interior purchasing and provisioning
• Liaising with guests and all crew
• Orchestrating guest activities
• Assisting captain with ships paperwork

Required Skills

• Financial management
• Advanced computer skills
• Chief stewardess experience
• Superior communications, organization, diplomacy and delegation
• Familiar with ISM and ISPS protocols
• Vast knowledge of wines, service and housekeeping
• Knowledge of restaurants and activities in cruising areas
• Service skills – silver service, wine, cocktails, table setting, bartending
• Housekeeping skills – laundry, stain removal, delicate surface care, beds and flowers

Salary Modifiers

• Speaks multiple languages fluently
• New build experience
• Business/Accounting degree
• Advance medical training/certificate
• Limited knowledge of intended cruising area

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Career path, chief stewardess, head of housekeeping, second stewardess, laundry stewardess, junior stewardess.

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• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, PBII, Yachtmaster Offshore (ideally)
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• Experience: At least 1 season of 2nd stew
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• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, Yachtmaster Offshore (ideally), PBII
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• Salary: 4000 EUR
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• Salary: 4500EUR (DOE)
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• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, PDSD, PBL2
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• Salary: 4500 to 5500USD (DOE)
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, PBL2

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• Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Purser to join a 120m+ Private Motor ...
• Posted 17th Oct 2023

Yachts over a certain size will require a Purser. The Purser is responsible for finance, crew management and administration as well as overseeing the yachts interior department and having a good understanding of the other departments on board. The Purser will also oversee purchasing, inventory, accounting, assisting the captain, with PA and legal aspects.

Salary range

EUR 4500 to EUR 10000+ Per Month

Qualifications, training and skills required

• The purser is very experienced and normally has worked their way through the ranks having spent several years as Chief Steward/ess.
• The Purser will have a good understanding of maritime law
• ISM and ISPS protocols
• Financial management
• Knowledge of cruising areas, including restaurant suggestions, shore side activities
• Provisioning around the globe
• Excellent knowledge of wines
• Impeccable service skills
• Strong computer skills and knowledge
• Outstanding organisational skills
• • ENG 1 Medical

Extra desired training

• Butler skills training
• Multiple language speaker
• Medical training
• New build/ Project Management experience
• Interior design knowledge or training
• Event management experience or training

The Role of a Purser

Size means everything in the superyacht world. Although, the bigger the yacht, the more pertinent the role of a Purser. As yachts increase in size, so do the administrative pressures faced by Captains and their shoreside counterparts. This explains the significant growth the Yacht Purser job role has had over the past few years. Soon, the role of a Purser will hold the same weight as the more familiar yacht crew jobs. Without a Purser, the ever-increasing regulations and administrative workload could be detrimental to the proper functioning of the vessel.

What is a Yacht Purser?

The need for a Purser exists on larger yachts with the sole purpose to ensure seamless operations. Under the Captain’s direction, the Purser is essentially responsible for the effective and smooth running of the vessel. As a senior crew member, the Purser manages several areas, including HR, accounts, interior, purchasing, inventory, and legal aspects. The role of the Purser is to be the single point of contact for all department heads. A credible and qualified Purser should create uniformity and streamline administrative duties, making them an invaluable asset to the Yacht.

What does the role of a Purser entail?

Pursers generally have multiple essential and important duties. Some of these tasks and responsibilities include:

• Finance – Takes ownership of all fiscal matters including accounting, budgeting and bookkeeping
• Buyer – Purchases everything needed to cater for crew and guests including food, drinks, uniform, cleaning products and more
• Contracts and Negotiation – Liaise with suppliers and distributors to ensure the yacht is provisioned
• Crew Administration – Will administer payroll for the crew and oversees all crew immigration
• Yacht Administration – Organise port clearances, logistics and customs.
• Charter Administration – If the yacht is chartered this will incur further responsibilities
• Guest Activities – Liaise with guests and crew to organise activities

Industry experience required to become a Purser?

Eloquent communication skills, sound industry knowledge, first-hand experience, and an eye for detail are absolute must-haves for a Purser. Since the role of a Purser revolves around paperwork, efficient and accurate administration and accounting skills goes without saying.  

Although the job requirements may differ per yacht, in a nutshell, a well-rounded Purser should encompass the following

• At least five years’ experience in the superyacht industry
• Corporate land-based experience
• Exceptional service, communication, organizational, diplomacy, and delegation skills
• Excellent computer skills – proficient in Microsoft Office and various accounting software
• A good understanding of maritime law
• ISM and ISPS protocols
• Financial management
• Knowledge of cruising areas, including restaurant suggestions, shoreside activities
• Provisioning around the globe
• Excellent knowledge of wines
• STCW & PSA
• ENG 1 Medical

On-board vs shoreside Purser

An on-board Purser is self-explanatory. Land-based Pursers do everything an on-board purser does, just in a remote capacity. There are many reasons why yachts choose to outsource their yacht administration and opt for a shoreside Purser

• Space – Can’t accommodate a Purser on-board 
• Cost-effective – A dedicated Purser without the overheads
• Flexibility – Don’t require a permanent employee or prefer flexibility with hours  
• Staff retention – The Purser you’ll never lose

What salary can you expect as a Purser?

For an established onboard Purser, with great responsibility, comes great reward. The role of a Purser oversees business critical functions, so it is fair to expect just compensation and time off. The salary is largely dependent on the size of the vessel, however tools such YPI can provide a more-or-less ballpark figure. As per Yachting Pages , “pay for a Purser can range from roughly €4,000 to upwards of €7,000 per month” and will most likely include rotation. Most commonly 2 months on two months off, requiring vessels to employ two Pursers to cover the one role.

How can the role of a Purser assist you?

A superyacht is essentially a business and as such should operate as one. Without a Purser, large yachts may struggle to function effectively, let alone maintain the high standard of service that on-board guests expect. The role of a Purser is established to assist the Captain and Chief Officer to alleviate the administrative duties, eliminating stress through saving time and effort. With twenty years combined experience,  Virtual Pursers  are industry experts who understand first-hand the ever-increasing administrative pressures faced by the maritime industry. Offering a flexible approach, Virtual Pursers  are readily available to support all vessels, no matter the size of the yacht or the extent of the need, as well as other maritime professionals such as Yacht/Fleet Managers, Charter Brokers, Marinas/Shipyards. An ideal solution for yachts that are fully crewed, have minimal space on-board, or who don’t necessarily require full-time support. As well as yachts who have an established Purser, supporting shortfalls and as a temporary solution. Using Virtual Pursers  guarantees continuity in a cost-effective manner, introducing the concept of “The Purser You’ll Never Lose”; retaining all the information and experience that comes with a great Purser, for years to come.

Q & A with co-founder of Virtual Pursers Bec McKeever

How did you become a Purser?

I came into yachting with a background in accounting, not planning to utilise my past life profession at all actually. My first yacht with the infamous M/Y Octopus, at 126m she is a beauty! I was instantly in awe with the Chief Stewardess & Purser but it wasn’t until a year or two into yachting that I started thinking about a career path and that I had the potential to climb the ranks. I was Chief Stew for a few years before Purser. Two very different roles but a lot of personal and professional development in the Chief Stew role, I believe, that really makes a positive difference to your ability in the Purser role.

Do you think you need yachting experience to be a Purser?

Yachting is so different to any other industry and experience within it lays a solid foundation, it’s the integral part of becoming a successful Purser.

What’s your favourite aspect of being a Purser?

Having my finger on the pulse and being able to orchestrate the logistics of the entire vessel. It’s so rewarding to see my plan come into action and be pulled together, especially when you have a bit of OCD.

Q & A with co-founder of Virtual Pursers Dominique Smit

Do you have to be a Chief Stew before you become a purser?

Even though it is a completely different role, it is recommended that you have some Chief Stew experience before you become a Purser. Not only will it give you a better sense of responsibility and leadership but it allows you to work closer with other department heads and gives you a better sense of how the different departments function together and the bigger picture of how the boat functions overall which is essential for the purser position.

Would you recommend doing a Purser course?

I would definitely recommend training for the role of Purser, background knowledge is essential and any additional training is always beneficial. However, do your research before you pick a course. Having a mentor to guide me through my career has been invaluable so if you do have anyone you trust, ask for their advice.

Was it always your goal to become a Purser?

I didn’t start yachting with the goal to become a Purser, I didn’t even know what a Purser was in the beginning! But as my career evolved, I started enjoying the constant challenges each new position brought and the Purser position is so stimulating and every day is different that I felt like it would be the perfect job for me.

Virtual Pursers trusted business model intends to revolutionize the yachting industry by providing an innovative, cost effective, practical shoreside solution. A dedicated Purser without the overheads. The Purser you’ll never lose. For more information contact [email protected] or call +44 203 514 0413.

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How to Become a Yacht Purser

A Yacht Purser requires a specific set of skills, to allow him/her to operate in an accurate and timely manner. Being able to work well under pressure and handle a variety of tasks at any one time is essential. Pursers must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as they will be dealing with the captain and head of departments, crew,  guests, management companies, and shoreside services just to name a few.

Steps To Become A Yacht Purser:

• Understand the role of a yacht purser
• Gain experience and develop relevant skills
• Complete Purser training courses
• Get accredited
• Speak to a yacht purser specialist

Understand The Role of Yacht Purser

A yacht purser is a high-ranking position that holds responsibility for tasks coordinated between the Captain, Heads of Department, Management Company, Owner/Charter Guests, Port & Legal Authorities, On Shore Agents, as well as other key players/services.

The position involves a great deal of desk/computer work and less crew interaction when compared to other positions onboard. With responsibility comes the need to manage time efficiently and make calculated decisions when under pressure. Owners and Charter guests make decisions that impact the time frame, location, and ability to source goods and services when required. Thinking and planning ahead while having the capacity to help solve problems that may arise from other crew/departments is key.

Although the Purser has the authority to make a certain decision with the approval of the captain, the crew are encouraged to consult their heads of the department first, in order to ensure that priority matters are being dealt with first.

Gain The Yacht Industry Experience Required to Become a Yacht Purser

Although it is common for a Yacht Purser to have moved up the ranks from a Chief Stew position, candidates who have spent less time in the industry but have qualifications and experience in managerial roles from complementary industries may be well suited. Those with a strong background in administration, accounting, or project management are often well-suited. Experience in dealing with high-end service industries or high-net-worth Clients combined with an understanding of the yachting and maritime industry are well-recognised attributes by employers.

Complete Yacht Purser Training Courses:

When you are employed as a Purser, there is not much time for learning on your job. In order to prepare you for your role, training schemes have been developed to prepare you for the unique tasks at hand. Completing a well-recognized Yacht Purser course indicates that you have a certain level of competency and are best prepared for what lies ahead.

Some topics covered in Purser Training Courses:

• Leadership & Communication
• Crew management
• Maritime Laws & Regulations
• Accounting & Financial Management
• Efficiency in common software systems used onboard
• Port Clearances
• Charter Management
• Guest Management
• Destination Management
• Administration Techniques
• Tried and tested tools and strategy

Gain a Yacht Purser Accreditation:

The GUEST Purser Program is accredited by the International Association of Maritime Institutions (IAMI) ​​​

The GUEST Purser Program

The Purser Program is a comprehensive and interactive framework of tuition, specifically designed to ensure students gain the vital skills and in-depth knowledge required to manage the challenging & versatile duties of the onboard Yacht Purser Role.

GUEST PURSER PROGRAM Content (by topic)

• Purser Duties & Yacht Operations
• Maritime Regulations & Laws
• Yacht Charter
• Accounting & Budgeting
• Crew Management & HR
• ​Destination Management

For candidates wishing to attain their GUEST Purser CoC, the Advanced Leadership Module 22 (Equivalent to HELM Management Level ) must be completed, together with the required ancillary certificates , as well as evidence of the required seatime. Please consult a training provider for detailed information regarding this.

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Pursers are more common on cruise ships than yachts, but as the number of large yachts that offer special travel packages for passengers increases, so does the number of pursers. There is usually no need for pursers on smaller yachts or privately owned yachts, but on superyachts that offer cruises to the public or chartered yachts, the pursers perform essential and important duties.

One of the primary responsibilities of the purser on a yacht is to supervise the stewards/stewardesses. The purser is the person ultimately responsible for the comfort and experience of the passengers, and so he or she supervises the stewards to make sure the guests are receiving the highest quality service. In addition, the purser must ensure that passengers’ papers and travel documents are complete and in order. As the name indicates, it is usually the purser who is responsible for keeping the accounts during each cruise, including handling customer transactions, paying for excursions, and a number of other financial-related responsibilities. There is usually only one purser onboard a yacht.

Since on a very large specialty yacht there can be dozens of passengers making special purchases, the purser is in charge of all of these, ensuring that all accounts balance. The purser may also work with customs officials and passengers to help them with any necessary paperwork for purchases they’ve made during their cruise. Some pursers are also responsible for tracking cargo, including receipts and payments, if the yacht also transports additional cargo.

Pursers have many key responsiblities. They must be very detail oriented, as well as know basic accounting and cash handling procedures. This is not an entry-level job. Most captains hire pursers who have at least three years or more of experience as a steward/stewardess or other position onboard a yacht.

Purser Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise stewards and/or stewardesses.
• Answer passenger questions or address concerns as well as any complaints about service.
• Responsible for keeping passengers’ valuables secure in a safe on the yacht.
• If guests can make onboard purchases, the purser handles all passenger accounts and balances cash payments, or submits statements to passengers that must be paid before the passengers disembark.
• Can be responsible for freight documentation.
• May be responsible for tracking crew member hours during a cruise for payroll purposes.
• Works with passengers to ensure that customs paperwork is filled out properly.

In the yachting industry, there are no formal training programs for people who wish to become a purser. If you’re interested in this job, one of the best career paths to take is to become a steward or stewardess. Most pursers are hired from a pool of stewards/stewardesses. It is also important to learn excellent customer service, which you can receive in a Silver Service program available at a yacht training school. Once you have a few years of experience as a steward/stewardess, let the existing purser or captain know of your hopes to become a purser and find out if you can assist in these duties to get the experience.

In addition to the Silver Service Training, you will need to receive STCW 2010 training and pass a medical exam. For more details about the training you may need, visit our Yacht Crew Training page.

Anywhere between $36,000 per year to $75,000 per year, depending on the size of the yacht and your level of experience.

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YachtPursers.com is the Personal but Professional Yacht Purser r ecruitment solution for super yachts globally!

YachtPursers.com offers you access to  global database of experienced super yacht pursers whether for full time, seasonal or rotational cover through a crew placement service or confidential job posting which is available 365 days a year, 24/7!

We can help you find a purser with the right skills, experience and commercial acumen quickly!

Captains/Employers:  We are the  established Purser specialist to use when you need to recruit a new Purser! You choose what works best for you :

1) Post your own jobs and manage the response by email. 100% confidential option if you prefer. 2) Consultancy Service! Our global database of experienced Pursers awaits you! 

CAPTAINS: For our placement service or to post your own jobs click here

PURSERS:   to register click here

CONTACT US: click here

Who is The Yacht Purser?

Coach | Trainer | Mentor

Sandra's yachting experience spans over ten years travelling extensively to over 60 countries and all seven continents while working onboard private, charter and explorer yachts up to 91m, as a chief stewardess and purser.

Sandra has several yachting career highlights, including managing an 8-month refit as a purser, hosting royalty, presidents, celebrities and oligarchs on board (requiring extensive protocols), working at a yacht management company in Monaco, successfully completing a 72 day continuous Russian charter (with no preference sheets), navigating to the most remote corners of the earth and forging the most incredible friendships along the way.

Between yachting and extensive studies, Sandra edited a financial magazine called Enterprise Risk on how to prevent, mitigate, and insure business risk and facilitated large conferences and events. Sandra holds the following professional qualifications:

Strategic Intervention Coach   (Core 100 Life Coaching through Robbins-Madanes Training) with Tony Robbins as a teacher

Superyacht Management Diploma (MTA, UK)

Postgraduate Diploma in Management, Tourism (UCT, South Africa)

Bachelor of Business Science, Accounting, Law and Economics   (UCT, South Africa)

Masters Level Project Management Course   (UCT, South Africa)

Purser Course

Through her love for teaching, Sandra launched the Ultimate Yacht Purser Course in 2019. Students gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to perform vessel administration and logistics as a Purser confidently. As a career coach, Sandra is in a unique position to help crew discover their strengths and build their confidence so that they can find a job on a yacht they love, which is a bonus for her students. Between managing an international training company and supporting students and yacht crew worldwide, she is also a mother to her son Leo.

Sandra is one of three Training Providers to be granted the IAMI GUEST Accreditation for Purser Training. In 2021, Sandra was elected to the PYA Council Welfare Group.

She continues to share her extensive knowledge as a coach, trainer and mentor while building and nurturing the Purser community. Professional highlights include:

Acrew 2020 and 2021 Mentorship nomination

Acrew 2020 Entrepreneur of the year finalist

Council Member PYA Welfare Group

The Yacht Purser partners and associations:

IAMI Maritime Hospitality Sub Group

PYA Partner

Nautilus Partner

She of the Sea Ambassador and Pledge Signatory

ACREW AWARDS

In 2020 Sandra Jordaan, The Yacht Purser, made it through to the top three candidates in the annual Acrew Awards for Entrepreneurship and was nominated for the Mentorship award as well.

Entrepreneurship

For a crew member who has shown entrepreneurial flair. In the two years since departing yachting, Sandra has launched two successful brands (The Yacht Purser and The Yacht Crew Coach), all while juggling a toddler and teaching The Ultimate Yacht Purser Course. 

Judging criteria:

Project Management & Planning

Problem-solving

Willingness to learn

The three finalists per category are judged by Captains and senior crew, with video interviews and CVs.

superyachtindustrycareers.com

Discover your path to a rewarding career in the Superyacht Industry with our comprehensive guides

Career maps providing an awareness of the requirements for each onboard position.

Career maps providing an awareness of the requirements for a range of positions onshore. COMING SOON

Yacht Crew work within four main departments, Deck, Engineering, Interior and Galley (kitchen), some vessels, may also require a Purser, and / or specialists. Within each department there is a progression from junior levels up to head of departments, with the Captain being the highest-ranking person onboard.

Bridge, Deck and Watersports Operations

Interior Crew

Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Valet and Specialists

Engineering Crew

All onboard mechanical and technical maintenance

Culinary Crew

Catering for crew and guests

Yacht Purser

Administrative and HR duties

Land based occupations within the Superyacht sector are wide-ranging. These sectors include industries such as ship building, brokerage, charter, sales, management, recruitment, etc.

Start Your Career Journey Today

With high standards, attention to detail, and exceptional service, working in the Superyacht Industry is both challenging and rewarding. If you are a team player with a professional and positive attitude, start planning your career today with our Career Maps.

Job titles may vary depending on the structure and setup of the yacht .