Chief Operating Officer

We are looking for an highly experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee our organization’s ongoing operations and procedures. You will be the Storylines' second-in-command and responsible for the efficiency of our business operations.

The COO role is a key member of the senior management team, reporting only to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). You’ll have to maintain control of diverse business operations, so we expect you to be an experienced and efficient leader. If you also have excellent people skills, business acumen and exemplary work ethics, we’d like to meet you.

The goal of the COO position is to secure the functionality of business to drive extensive and sustainable growth. You will need need to be able to work long and odds hours with a diverse team that is based all over the globe.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Design and implement business strategies, plans, and procedures
- Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth
- Establish policies that promote company culture and vision
- Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of executives
- Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication
- Evaluate performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics
- Write and submit reports to the CEO in all matters of importance
- Assist CEO in fundraising ventures
- Participate in expansion activities (investments, acquisitions, corporate alliances, etc.)
- Manage relationships with partners/vendors
- Prepare operational reports and management reports.
- Ensure compliance on a company, state, and federal level.
- Drive sustainable growth and minimize losses.

**About you**
- Minimum of 8 years of working experience as Chief Operating Office or in a relevant role
- Extensive experience in Travel, Leisure brands and Real Estate
- Marine (Cruise) Background
- Understanding of the Marine & Cruise industry
- Exceptional track record of corporate leadership
- Superior project management skills
- Resourceful and analytical with exceptional communication skills
- Understanding of all facets of business
- Outstanding public speaking and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of IT/business infrastructure
- Aptitude in problem-solving and decision-making
- Understanding of analytics and performance metrics
- BSc/BA in Business Administration or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus

**Preferred**:

- Previous experience in a leadership role in a Cruise company is a big plus.

**About the Company**

Storylines Global Inc. is an all-inclusive, sustainable luxury residential cruise ship. Work with one of the world's only residential ships. We focus on career development and promotion - people are the core of everything we do. If you are looking for a career and not just a job, you're in the right place The opportunity of a lifetime awaits.

**What's in it for you?**

We offer a structured induction program - Storylines Academy. This exclusive bespoke induction trains on all aspects of the company, the vital tools that you will utilize which you will need to succeed in your role with a follow-up ongoing nesting period provided during your first month.

**Benefits**
- Opportunity to work remotely.
- A knowledgeable, high-achieving, experienced and fun team.
- An international and diverse work atmosphere.
- The chance to be part of a rapidly growing startup and the next success story.
- Amazing opportunities for career progression
- A competitive compensation package
- Team incentives and reward schemes

Storylines Global Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.