Total 8 job vacancies by MSC Cruises Management (UK) Limited

JOB PURPOSE
As UK Financial Controller, you will play a key role in supporting the expanding activities of the Finance Department of MSC Cruises.

With a keen eye for detail and a problem-solving mindset, the UK Financial Controller position covers a broad remit across controlling, budgeting / forecasting and business analysis activities of both office operations and ship insurance. This role benefits from close collaboration and positive stakeholder relationships with the other members of the Finance Department in the UK, as well as working closely with colleagues based in our European offices in Switzerland, Italy (Sorrento, Naples, Genoa), Malta and elsewhere.

As UK Financial Controller, you will have the opportunity to participate in major systems upgrades, including an upcoming new ERP implementation.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Supports in controlling activities focusing on UK departments expenses (Facilities, Travel & Expenses, Personnel, Legal, Overheads) and insurance, working closely with the local teams and MSC Cruises SA Group Controlling team in Geneva.

• Coordinates annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting activities for MSC Cruise Management (UK) Limited for the above costs.

• Provides departmental analysis for reporting purposes and working with departmental heads and with MSC Cruise Technical Department teams in Sorrento, to control costs.

• Prepares and analyses business cases for out of budget requests, investments, and conducting post investment analysis.

• Supports monthly, quarterly and year end closing processes and manage other periodical reporting requirements as required.

• Assists in the preparation of analysis, reports and presentations for UK board meetings, quarterly meetings etc.

• Works very closely with the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis with ad hoc requests.

• Covers for vacations and time off for other Controllers with the periodic reporting of New Builds and Operations.

• Assists with the year end audit, liaising with external auditors and internal auditors where appropriate.

• Supports systems changes, particularly the upcoming SAP S4 Hana implementation.

• Reports the Capital Expenditure (Capex) related to projects approved for the departments under coverage.

QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience)
• Qualified accountant, likely CIMA/ACA, with knowledge of IFRS

• Experience with financial planning, analysis and control (strongly preferred)

• Ability to operate in a complex, fast moving and dynamic environment and able to adapt to changing circumstances

• Strong networking skills and ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders is essential

• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills, with the ability to work and meet deadlines

• Strong financial systems capabilities (ideally SAP) and proficient in MS Office (especially Excel and Powerpoint)

• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written.

• Self-motivated with an ability to work as part of a team

VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)
• Need to have the right to work in the UK and Europe

• Must be UK based (limited European travel required) PLEASE APPLY WITH JOB REFERENCE NUMBER

JOB PURPOSE
MSC is expanding their fleet, with new ships coming into service over the next few years. With this expansion, the number of Reportable Security Incidents will inevitably rise. The Fleet Security Investigator will provide support to the Head of Security Investigaton to oversee and provide quality assurance to the security investigation, this will include root cause analysis and training. The Fleet Security Investigator will sit within the Security Department, MSCCM Stockley Park Uxbridge, reporting to the Head of Security Investigations/Fleet Safeguarding Officer. This is an office-based position.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Utilizes the Security Incident Reporting Platform (SIRP) and supports shipboard investigations to ensure the accurate, timely reporting and recording of crimes and security incidents across the fleet. This may involve some assistance outside of office hours.

• Provides the Head of Investigation with advice on jurisdictional issues and best practices impacting crimes and security incidents across the fleet.

• Ensures all incidents are reported in compliance with Company, Flag and jurisdictional requirements.

• Audits reports to guarantee compliance with ethical and professional investigation standards.

• Overviews incident statistics and proposes mitigation plans.

• Supports in developing Security Standard Procedures related to Brand Protection.

• Liaises and maintains contact with both national and international Law Enforcement.

• Liaises and maintains contact with MSC Legal in the UK and globally.

• Acts as the first point-of-call for all safeguarding concerns in the absence of the Line Manager.

• Oversees and organises the Company’s Monthly Random Drug Tests.

• Deputises for the Head of Security Investigations, when required.

• Supports the administration of the Investigation discipline and inventory and procurement.

QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience)
• At least 4 years as an investigator with a law enforcement agency.

• PIP trained or equivalent.

• Recent and extensive experience in compiling criminal/civil reports.

• Ability to lead and supervise security incidents and crimes occurring across the Fleet.

• Ability to work within a team.

• Flexible working approach, which may be out of hours and weekends upon occasion.

• Exceptional skills in verbal and written communication, diplomacy and problem-solving.

• Ability to cooperate for a productive team environment, and to travel at short notice overseas if needed.

• Recognised Child and Adult Safeguarding qualification [Desirable].

• Experience in a position of Security within the cruise industry [Desirable].

• Must be proficient in M.S Office, have excellent IT skills and be able to adapt to new software platforms.

• Recognised experience in training delivery. [Desirable]

• Understanding of ISPS, CVSSA, cruise policies and procedures throughout the cruise industry; [Desirable].

VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)
• Must have relevant permission to work in the United Kingdom.

• Able to travel worldwide without restrictions. PLEASE APPLY WITH JOB REFERENCE NUMBER

JOB PURPOSE
We have an exciting opportunity to join one of our fastest growing departments here at MSC Cruises. We are looking for an R&D Technical Engineer to support the New Building Technical Director in the technology development efforts for the research and development of MSC Cruise’s various maritime technology projects.

This opportunity will allow you to be a recognized expert within the marine engineering discipline for development of the new solutions. Providing developments within the marine engineering discipline areas and providing solutions on how these should be implemented on board MSC Cruise Vessels. You will also be aware of the development of new technology to apply to new project and retrofit.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Perform market research to determine what types of products might be technically successful, research product ideas to determine their viability, and research how existing products on the market are performing.

• Assist the Research & Development area of expertise in meetings and visits with stakeholders.

• Keep appraised of current and changing marine engineering practices in the MSC Cruise and receives and acts on feedback on the performance of vessels in service.

• Collaborate in the design development, system, and evaluation of equipment specifications to ensure that all statutory, Company safety and operational standards and requirements are observed throughout.

• Conducts research and development activities.

• Monitors products and performance of manufactures that provide fleet equipment and services.

• Liaise with the New Building Technical Director in continually updating the specifications of the vessels under construction or conversion to ensure that accurate records of all changes are maintained and that on delivery or re- delivery of the vessels an “as fitted” specification is available.

• If needed assist in manage Department workflow in terms of reviewing specifications, drawings, diagrams, and he technical submissions in accordance with stablished procedures.

• Follow up and provide technical input on warranty failure claims in conjunction with the Guarantee Engineer.



Impact (what impact will the role holder have on the team/ department/ function/ stakeholders):

• To maintain contact with Shipyards, the Classification Societies, Regulatory Bodies, Professional Bodies, subcontractors, and equipment manufactures within the levels determined by the Management to continually monitor developments in the field of defined responsibility.

• To support as requested by the Management in developing procedures and schedules for the inspection and testing of the equipment and systems and subsequent protection against damage and misuse.



Demonstrable Behaviours (what needs to be demonstrated on ’how’ to be successful in the role):

• Independent, confident, self-motivated person who is prepared to undertake any kind of task, usually at short notice.

• Able to act with complete discretion

• Good interpersonal al communication skills

• Be able to have a flexible approach to working.

• Good organizing and planning skills.

QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience)
Language:

Essential: Fluency in English.

Desirable: Working knowledge of additional European Languages (Italian - French).



Education – essential:

Degree in specialist area with MSc, MEng desirable or Class 1 Certificate of Competency as Marine Engineer or significant technical experience in the relevant area.

Experience - essential:

• Substantial experience of working in environments such cruise shipbuilding.

• Substantial experience working with Marine Engineers and developers.

• Substantial experience in performing market research.

Behavioral competencies:

• Possesses a holistic, project-based approach to work.

• Willingness to travel

• Flexible attitude and approach to work.

• Assertive, self-confident approach to work.

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent accuracy/attention to detail in all aspects of work.

• Good negotiation skills.

• Strong team player.

• Ability to communicate effectively with different people, levels, and organizations.

Work based competencies:

• Ability to assimilate, critically examine and analyze technical information and make informed recommendations where appropriated.

• Ability to respect given deadlines.

• Analytical ability to perform many research tasks and create design plans for products

• Ability to write cogent and precise technical reports and detailed product plans.

• Ability to present technical and commercial arguments effectively.

• Ability to understand the underlying (naval) architectural principals behind issues under negotiation and to demonstrate the practical application and feasibility of what is being recommended by MSC Cruises.

• Ability to understand reasonable requirements of the company operating departments and actively build good relationships

• Sensitivity to commercial considerations.

• Ability to prioritize work and adapt pace of work to business demands.

• Strong computer proficiency, Excel (including use of formulas, charts, and tables), Power Point and Word.


Other features:

• Frequent overseas travel

VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)
The existing right to live and work in the UK would be preferred. PLEASE APPLY WITH JOB REFERENCE NUMBER

JOB PURPOSE
Acting as the main IT contact for the MSC Cruises UK&ROI division, this exciting new role covers a wide range of IT based responsibilities, ranging from new user set up to end user service troubleshooting, managing incidents, IT upgrades and maintenance activities.By supporting various departments with IT issues, incidents raised through the ticketing system, troubleshooting and/or escalating specific system issues, you will be an integral part of the business, ensuring consistency and efficiency through IT systems and programs. Other IT duties may be assigned from time to time (e.g. support or coordination for new IT Services Implementation Projects)

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
·Acts as main IT contact for MSC Cruises UK&ROI division

·Supports personal computing/smart devices managed with the Intune platform, meeting room conferencing AV and multifunction devices

·Engages with a variety of stakeholders both internally and externally to the business and maintains relationships with IT suppliers, including SLA management

·Maintains IT budget for local divisions, identifying computer or network shortages are ordered in line with assigned budget

·Manages the infrastructure, including firewalls, switches, databases, VoiP, end point protection software and other processes, ensuring security and privacy of networks and computer systems

·Performs troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve problems (repair or replace parts, debugging etc.)

·Supports Office Suite Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access etc.)

·Supports with department specific software, systems and programs, escalating where appropriate

·Manages Local Active Directory and Entra ID

·Manages JIRA and Service-Now tickets, supporting end users and prioritises ticketed issues in order of urgency

QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience)
·Appropriate and relevant IT skills accreditations, ITIL is advantageous

·Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills

·IT budget management experience, including negotiation with suppliers and SLA monitoring knowledge

·Experience using Office 365 applications and ticketing systems including JIRA and Service Now

·Fluent in English language, both spoken and written (business level Italian is an advantage)

·Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders across the business, including IT colleagues from international offices

·Experience with fault diagnosis and resolution for photocopiers, printers, scanners etc

·Mobile phone operating platform knowledge (both iOS and Android)

VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)
·Full Right to Work in the UK required PLEASE APPLY WITH JOB REFERENCE NUMBER

JOB PURPOSE
*PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE WILL BE BASED FULL TIME IN WOKING*

Explora Journeys is a vibrant, cosmopolitan, European luxury brand, imagined in the heart of Swiss hospitality in Geneva. Leveraging our parent company MSC Group`s hundreds of years of maritime expertise, our fleet of six luxury ships (currently in the pipeline) are being built and designed in a totally different and unique way that will transform and redefine the cruise experience, creating a category of its own, appealing to the next generation of luxury travellers.

An exciting opportunity exists for a talented Marketing & PR Professional to join our newly created luxury travel brand Explora Journeys and to lead the delivery and executions of omni-channel marketing & PR activities in the UK and Ireland, based in our offices in Woking.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Marketing:

• Lead the delivery, adaptations and amplification of corporate marketing campaigns

• Manage the annual media plan for UK&I

• Coordinate the adaptation and delivery of key B2C and B2B2C assets across the region

• Be the local guardian of the brand equity and ensure perfect brand executions across all channels

• Be the point of reference for the global marketing team and proactively provide feedback to ensure future materials are fit for purpose in UK&I

• Ensure gathering of consumer insights, benchmark analysis and trends to be shared with global marketing team on regular base

• Own the Marketing & Communications budget, including agency/vendor management

PR:

• Responsible for developing the annual communications strategy and execution, with a special focus on increasing end consumer awareness.

• Organize key industry or brand events (virtual and/or live) within the local market

• Help identify, select and manage the relevant agency partners

• Identify and negotiate contracts with local brand ambassadors in line with the global team

• Hold key relationships to trade and lifestyle media in the local market

• Propose local partnership ideas to drive brand awareness and value

• Work on local adaptation of PR & Communications Tool Kits incl. all materials within given deadlines (press releases, press kits, quotes, talking points, presentation, scripts and picture/video materials) and prepare & create PR tool kits for local activations/projects

• Manage the media reporting for Explora Journeys and competitor brands



QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience)
profile:

• You will have minimum of 8/ 10 years’ experience in a similar Marketing/Brand/PR Role preferably in the Luxury or Luxury Hospitality/Travel Industry

• Have the knowledge of the codes of luxury and bring an extensive media network within the luxury and preferably the travel industry (as well as previous media training)

• You will have a proven track record of organizing luxury events

• You would have experience with the execution and amplification of omni channels marketing & PR campaigns

• You know the role of paid media, KPIs associated 6.You set yourself apart through your personal accountability to deliver with excellence

• It is essential that you are structured, well organized and know how to navigate in a matrix organisation

• Openness to travel up to 20% of the time mostly nationally occasionally internationally.

VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)
Existing right to live and work in the UK. PLEASE APPLY WITH JOB REFERENCE NUMBER

JOB PURPOSE
As Contact Centre Agent you will enjoy a varied role – you will enjoy supporting our Cruise guests to ensure that every experience is excellent – from supporting with booking queries, to helping with information requests – you will make a great difference to ensuring that customer satisfaction is achieved every time. You will also work in close collaboration with our esteemed travel partners, ensuring that they have all the information they need to support current and future guests of MSC Cruises.Our Contact Centre is a busy, vibrant team who support our UK & ROI customer base, full training on our systems and the amazing cruises we offer will be provided by our dedicated in-house training team.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
•Handles all inbound enquiries (phone or email) in line with service standards and procedures

•Uses our inhouse reservation systems to process sales by phone or email

•Promotes and upsells MSC Cruises products and services to generate revenue

•Assists clients/travel agents with specialist support and after-sales service, such as reservations changes, purchase of additional services and special requests

•Provides relevant information to enhance customer service and loyalty, helping them make an informed decisions about what holiday they book for themselves or their client

•Reports customer/agent feedback on web functionalities and content

•Assists with in-house support and training of new staff when required

•Participates in specific operational projects, as and when required

•Works in line with MSC Cruises Service Standards & Procedures

QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience)
•Excellent verbal and written English skills

•Educated to ‘GCSE’ level standard or equivalent

•Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

•Experience working in the travel industry sector - in retail, reservations or customer service is preferred

•Some knowledge of the cruise industry and geographical knowledge of destinations featured by MSC Cruises

•Organisation and prioritisation skills

VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)
•Full Right to Work in UK / PLEASE APPLY WITH JOB REFERENCE NUMBER

JOB PURPOSE
As Customer Service Executive you will enjoy investigating and resolving assigned cases in line with company policy and ABTA guidelines. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for excellent customer service, seeking the best outcome for our guests will be top priority. A natural solution seeker, you will collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring every customer feels heard and understood, strengthening relationships between MSC Cruises and our guests.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
•Resolves all guest complaints (cases) such as lost property, account errors, damaged or lost luggage, illness or general experience during their cruise

•Interacts with guests via telephone and email providing information in answer to complaints regarding all aspects of their cruise once they have returned home

•Coordinates with other departments to ensure effective resolution of the complaint case you have been assigned

•Provides detailed written responses to all guest complaints within ABTA guidelines

•Responds and investigates any ABTA complaint through their portal

•Issues refunds or compensation to guests as approved

•Keeps accurate records of discussions or correspondence with guests

•Supports the Senior Customer Service Executive in producing all defences for arbitrations and conciliation

•Maintains records in timely and accurate manner

•Supports the Legal Department and solicitors with invoicing and payments

•Communicates solutions, successes and opportunities to the Customer Service Manager

QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience)
•Fluent English, oral and written

•Educated to ‘GCSE’ level standard or equivalent

•Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office package

•Experience of working to ABTA/other regulatory bodies is preferred

•Strong attention to detail

•Organisation and prioritisation skills

VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)
•Full Right to Work in the UK / PLEASE APPLY WITH JOB REFERENCE NUMBER

JOB PURPOSE
Reporting into our Vice President of Environmental Operations & Compliance, the Head of Environmental Systems Training & Audit manages all compliance training and audit environmental activities of the fleet - ensuring operational excellence and adherence to all applicable environmental rules and regulations and Company Policy.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Manages the Fleet Environmental Supervisors program, including scheduling, budgeting and reporting to achieve desirable outcomes.

• Collaborates with the new building and R&D teams to evaluate new technologies related with the vessel's environmental footprint and output, resulting in an enhancement to the environmental management plan.

• Manages the Company’s ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 21070:2017 programs and supports ISO 22000 by reference to the standard sections that include environmental program processes.

• Planning and management of internal environmental audits, ensuring the full compliance with all applicable regulations and Company policies.

• Ensures proper implementation and execution of environmental procedures, manuals, record books, and other applicable environmental documentation.

• Oversees the environmental training program for Environmental Compliance Officers and senior management. Coordinates closely with the Head of safety, D&E training and MSC Academy for the scheduling and curriculum of training activities.

• Identifies, establishes, implements, and meets targets set for significant environmental aspects within the organization as well as conducts annual reviews which are recorded and communicated properly.

• Develops reports on findings, identifies safeguards and establishes metrics to demonstrated program effectiveness.

• Participates in all Environmental Department projects and collaborative projects involving other MSC Cruises departments.

• Coordinates with the Environmental Operations Managers to ensure that present and future environmental legislation is assessed and applied appropriately throughout the fleet as needed.

• Coordinates and supervises the Ocean Cay Environmental & Social Management system, ensuring proper application of the program. Coordinates and administers the ISO 14001:2015 island program and ensures timely submission of the Monitoring Reports to cognizant organizations. Communicate with Ocean Cay's EHS Officer to ensure that internal and external audits are properly organized.

• Coordinates with Ocean Cay's EHS Officer for island training programs.

• Administration of the Environmental portfolio standard operating procedures section 10.

QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience)
• Experience onboard cruise ships as either Environmental Officer, Deck Officer, or Engineer Officer preferred.

• Experience working in a land-based capacity within the Cruise Environmental sector is preferred

• Environmental science university studies are desirable.

• Fluent in oral and written English. Knowledge of Italian or other European languages is an advantage.

• Post-graduate specific studies in environmental is preferred

• Ability to use Microsoft Office and other company specific operating platforms and databases.

• Proven ability to lead, and contribute to a harmonious and productive team environment.

• Ability to understand and interpret various complex regulations and environmental matters.

• Ability to understand and interpret various financial matters affecting the Department

VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)
Existing right to work in the UK is preferred.

PLEASE APPLY WITH JOB REFERENCE NUMBER