Marine & Crew HR Advisor

Marine HR & Compliance Advisor
Southampton

I’m recruiting for a Marine HR & Compliance Advisor to join a leading marine services business supporting the superyacht sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong MLC and flag state knowledge to step into a varied, high-impact role.

You’ll provide professional HR and compliance support across the full seafarer employment lifecycle, acting as a trusted advisor to yacht owners, managers, captains, and crew.

This is an office-based position in Southampton, with flexible working options available. Only candidates within a commutable distance and with existing right to live and work in the UK will be considered.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on seafarer employment agreements, HR processes, policies and procedures
• Supporting disciplinary, grievance, sickness, and employment-related matters
• Ensuring compliance with MLC 2006 and Flag State regulations
• Supporting compliance record keeping and audits
• Providing guidance to crew employment and payroll teams
• Line managing a Crew Compliance Administrator
• Supporting reporting and senior leadership
• Representing the business at client meetings and industry events

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of MLC 2006 and Flag State regulations
• Proven ability to work autonomously
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• High attention to detail
• Right to work and live in the UK

Desirable:

• Previous superyacht experience (Purser / HoD level ideal)
• Experience handling sensitive HR matters
• Fluent in English
• Second language (French, Italian or Spanish)
• CIPD qualified or working towards

On offer:

• Generous salary based on experience
• Benefits package
• Flexible working