Director Vessel Operations Strategy

Position Overview

The Director, Vessel Operations Strategy serves as a senior strategic advisor and operational chief of staff within the Vessel Operations function at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH). Reporting to the VP of Operations Strategy and Optimization, the role drives strategic alignment, cross-functional coordination, and long-term performance optimization across the global fleet for Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to the VP and senior leadership, driving the development and execution of key projects and long-term operational strategies aligned with enterprise goals.
• Lead strategic initiatives, partnerships, and creation of high-impact materials including board-level updates, operational briefings, and special project deliverables.
• Synthesize data and feedback into actionable insights to support executive decision-making, while coordinating leadership meetings, business reviews, and strategic discussions.
• Drive integration and standardization of best practices across marine, technical, hotel, safety, finance, and commercial functions for cohesive execution.
• Lead cross-brand initiatives as the central coordination point to align strategic projects and ensure consistent performance across operational teams.
• Mentor cross-functional teams, fostering talent development and influencing executive alignment to support long-term strategic agility.
• Champion the strategic adoption of digital tools, automation, and sustainable practices in vessel operations.
• Stay abreast of maritime industry trends, regulatory shifts, and technological advancements, ensuring proactive adaptation and innovation.
• Perform other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Management Consulting, PE Operations, or Corporate Strategy roles, including at least 4 years in strategic planning or operational leadership.
• Proven expertise in strategic advisory, executive decision-making, and cross-functional leadership with advanced analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Proficiency with executive communication, project management tools, and business intelligence platforms, along with a solid understanding of vessel operations and industry regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
• Experience in the maritime or cruise industry, with familiarity in IMO regulations, class society requirements, and sustainability frameworks.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws (FMLA | EPPA | Job Safety and Health: It's the Law).