The Yachting department of Norman Alex recruits captains, officers and senior crew for clients across the global yacht industry. We support yacht owners and management companies in building strong, reliable teams both locally and internationally.

Our work focuses on identifying experienced professionals who combine technical expertise, leadership and discretion. In a sector where trust, performance and continuity are essential, we take a considered and relationship-led approach to every search.

Our Sector Focus

We partner with clients across:

Yacht Command – captains for private and charter yachts, with a focus on leadership, safety and operational oversight.
Deck & Engineering Officers – chief officers, second officers and engineers responsible for navigation, maintenance and technical performance.
Yacht Management – onshore professionals overseeing operations, compliance, budgeting and crew coordination.
Crew Recruitment – selected senior crew roles where experience, reliability and cultural fit are critical.
New Build & Refit Projects – key hires to support yacht construction, delivery and refurbishment phases.
Family Office & Owner Representation – individuals managing yacht-related interests within broader private structures.
Compliance & Maritime Regulation – specialists ensuring adherence to international maritime standards and regulations.
Operations & Technical Support – shore-based roles supporting fleet performance and day-to-day management.