Royal Caribbean - Apprentice purser

The Apprentice Purser assists the other employees in the Shipboard Financial Operations division by performing various duties and responsibilities, including assisting with payroll, financial matters, and customer service. Benefits include competitive salary, recognition and career advancement opportunities, travel, and more.

Requirements

• Minimum 21 years old
• Minimum 6 months experience in a payroll or accounting processing position within the hospitality industry or financial institution
• Very good level of English language
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a closely-knit team
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential documentation
• Ability to excel with reconciliation, functions and formulas relating to cash handling
• Proven customer service skills to interact appropriately with guests and crew
• Ability to communicate tactfully with guests and crew, divisional managers and shipboard employees
• Ability to operate basic office equipment
• Working knowledge of computers, internet access, and software packages such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Completion of high school, basic education or vocational training equivalency preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Recognition and career advancement opportunities
• Travel around the world
• Experience working with more than 72 nationalities
• Permanent job with contract 6-8 months onboard followed by 60 days of vacation
• Save money on food and accommodation on board
• Visa fee reimbursement
• Medical insurance provided during contract