Why work for Virgin Limited Edition?

Sir Richard Branson is lucky enough to have two private island and call both of them home in the British Virgin Islands. Both are idyllic and located only two miles apart. Necker Island is 74 acres, Moskito is 150 acres and both are fringed with white sandy beaches and surrounded by turquoise waters and coral reefs. Necker Island is normally hired exclusively for up to 30 guests, with the option to accommodate more, on an all-inclusive basis, perfect for special occasions and events! It can also be shared with others ‘house-party’ style during Celebration Weeks which are held several times each year, when guests can book individual rooms.

Moskito Island has Richards home and a communal recreation area. The rest of the island has been sold to ten other private home owners in what is going to become an incredible Caribbean community.

The style of Necker and Moskito is “barefoot luxury”, brilliant delivery without the gold buttoned white jackets – think Richard and you’ll get it!

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager you will be responsible for Project managing a broad range of projects on Moskito Island, from minor property improvements and maintenance to new build construction projects.

Managing external contractors working on projects and managing budgets for projects and providing reporting/status updates to team and stakeholders with support supporting the Islands overall plan for reinstatement of the infrastructures, facilities and grounds areas.

Here’s what you need in your toolkit:

QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE

• Qualifications in construction management or project management.
• 3-5 years’ experience in small to mid-size construction projects
• Good communication skills and can communicate at all levels, able to prepare reports to the client and keep up to date on progress.
• Strong team management over a range of roles/ disciplines
• Strong experience of overseeing multiple small Management
• Meeting and managing budgets
• Caribbean or overseas experience an advantage
• Boat driving experience an advantage
  
  

BEHAVIOURS/ SKILLS

• Resourceful attitude (able to manage emergencies/ isolation of location issues)
• Practical approach and able to turn their hand to a range of activities
• High level observation skills/ attention to detail
• Excellent and confident communicator, especially across different cultural groups
• Good negotiation/ persuasive skills
• Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively
• Self-starter and self-motivator
• Persistent in driving high standards and professionalism
• Willing to work on a “hands on” when required
• Flexible attitude (able to manage changes/last minute requests)
• Previous Engineering background desirable but not essential
• Previous Office Management experience
• Previous P&L exposure
• Experience in compiling budgets and budgeting reviewing
• Maintenance Connection software experience or similar Facilities management soft ware
• Sufficient in Word, Outlook, Powerpoint
• Advanced / Expert Level in Excel
• Experience operating in remote destinations, Caribbean experiences an advantage.
• Previous experience in H&S and the legal compliance and regulations
• Previous experience with stock take and inventory
• Knowledge and understanding of design and implementation of preventive maintenance programs
  
  

What’s the gig?

Here’s what you’d do:

• Running and managing the majority of Capex projects, from design, preparing budgets, RFP’s, obtains drawings, selection of contractors, implementation and completion.
• Ensure all materials, logistics and permits are in place to start and complete projects.
• Management of projects to achieve completion within a set timeframe and budget.
• Ensure all contractors adhere to Moskito’s general behavioural contract and site rules.
• Prepare a monthly report to be submitted to the Technical services manager on progress of projects, budget status and any significant developments.
• Handover projects once complete to the engineering department including maintenance schedules, relevant as build drawings, relevant O&M documents all required defects lists/action points.
• Ensuring contractors complete all relevant defects effectively in the outlined defects reliability period.
• Be on site daily whilst projects are underway and meet with contractors.
• Manage project sites to ensure health and safety and cleanliness standards are maintained to a satisfactory level.
• Ensure projects are completed to the highest possible standards with good workmanship from all contractors.
• Contribute to the annual department budget process and providing information as required
• Ensure compliance with project budgets and ensure compliance with authorisation matrix
• Manage procurement process for Projects ensuring efficiencies and cost savings are in place.
  
  

Here’s the deal

Package & Benefits:

• Minimum 12 month contract (subject to work permit approval)
• Competitive salary
• 24 days paid holiday per year plus public holidays (team work 6 days a week)
• Accommodation on Island & meals/ food provided for
• Initial flights from country of residence (and return at end of contract)
• One return ticket to “home” at the “Mates” rate per annum
• Medical Cover
• …and the world’s best commute to work!
  
  

Just send our People Team your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience to BVI-Recruitment@virginlimitededition.com

Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s private island and home, is located in the Caribbean in the beautiful and unspoiled British Virgin Islands. Surrounded by turquoise waters, coral reefs and fringed by white sandy beaches; this is barefoot luxury in a setting that’s just about as exclusive as it gets!
The island is normally hired exclusively on an all-inclusive basis. It can also be shared with others during Celebration Weeks; these are held several times each year and allow guests to book individual rooms as opposed to hiring the entire island. Guests are encouraged to view the island as their home. The island provides extensive water sports activities as well as tennis courts with resident coach, gym and spa.

At the heart of the island is the Great House, a spacious al fresco style Balinese villa that boasts panoramic views of the Caribbean, the Atlantic and neighbouring islands. There’s nowhere better for socialising and the house hosts everything from intimate family dinners to unforgettable parties.

Just a short boat ride from Necker Island is Moskito Island, a private Island made up of nine exclusive three-acre lots. The Branson Estate on Moskito Island features three villas: Headland House, Mangrove Villa and Beach Villa. Headland House is solely residential and not available for rental however Mangrove Villa and Beach Villa may be booked as additional accommodation alongside Necker Island for Virgin Limited Edition guests.

The island has facilities and communal areas – a welcome area, tennis courts and a gym, a clubhouse with food and beverage service areas, pool as well as extensive communal grounds and gardens.

Reporting to the BVI Regional General Manager, the ideal candidate will be a qualified and competent General Manager with strong leadership skills, including hands-on experience of successfully managing diverse, multi-functional teams with the confidence and flair to deliver an exceptional personal luxury experience; the gravitas to build relationships with homeowners, project / construction development, direct reports and operations teams/colleagues on both Islands; the willingness and ability to motivate, influence and communicate with team to deliver on targets and goals.

Here’s what you need in your toolkit:

QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE

• At least 3 years’ experience in group or executive management role in a luxury resort or villa estate in Caribbean or other island or remote setting.
• Experience and detailed knowledge of hotel operations and services – food & beverage, rooms / facilities management, front of house or concierge operations, villa / butler services.
• Budget development and management; financial reporting and controls.
• Luxury sales/marketing, tour operator or direct booking business relationship management.
• Implementing Green and sustainable initiatives on property and in guest services.
• Degree in Hospitality Management OR Professional qualifications in Hospitality Management desirable.
  
  

BEHAVIOURS/ SKILLS

• Outstanding leadership and management skills
• Highly competent strategic and operational planner
• Strong planning, organisation and execution skills
• Team builder and people connector
• Self-starter and self-motivator
• Flexible and unflappable (able to manage changes/ special requests with confidence)
• Strong analytical and creative problem solving skills
• High level observation skills/ attention to detail.
• Emotionally intelligent and confident communicator, especially across different cultural groups, nationalities and stakeholder interests.
• Good negotiation/ influencing skills.
• Persistent in inspiring and implementing high standards and professionalism
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly competent in the use of computer systems and equipment, specifically, Property Management,
• Yield & Reservations Systems, Financial Management (hospitality focus) Microsoft Office software, social media savvy
• Second language in addition to English an asset
  
  

What’s the gig?

Here’s what you’d do:

• To lead and manage the Necker Island daily operation and team – build team and motivate the achievement of service, sales and safety goals. To lead and manage the preopening and opening phases of the Island development.
• To lead and coordinate the development of service concepts and standards.
• To manage and synchronise the key on-island support teams service delivery - IT,
• Engineering/Maintenance, HR, Landscaping, Procurement/Purchasing, Centralised Services (boats, buggies).
• To manage the key on-island front of house guest experience and home owner / villa service to deliver the VLE (Necker) brand concept/experience.
• To oversee the health and safety of guest, homeowners, employees and visitors to the island.
• To manage and implement Necker capital expenditure projects, manage operational budgets.
• Work closely with Technical Services Managers & Properties Director in the development of the islands
• To contribute to the development of business strategies and plans to increase revenue, build profit and enhance market presence.
  
  

Here’s the deal

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary - depending on experience (subject to local taxes)
• Performance based bonus scheme
• Housing and subsistence allowance / accommodation provided
• 20 days paid holiday per year plus public Holidays
• Hours as required (5 days per week)
• Life Insurance
• Medical Cover
• Pension scheme available
• …and the world's best commute to work!

Just send our People Team your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience to BVI-Recruitment@virginlimitededition.com

Virgin Limited Edition is an award-winning collection of unique retreats, chosen for their beautiful locations and magnificent surroundings; each offers a sense of fun, style, luxury and exceptional personal service.

The group includes Necker Island and Moskito Island in the Caribbean’s British Virgin Islands; Kasbah Tamadot in Morocco; The Lodge in Verbier, Switzerland; Mahali Mzuri, a tented safari camp in Kenya; Son Bunyola in Mallorca, Spain; Ulusaba Private Game Reserve and Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain Vineyard in South Africa. This role is based in Hammersmith, London where our central teams are located.

The role will report into the Group Properties Manager and will work closely with the Operations and Health and Safety teams.

The role will work with the property-based maintenance, H&S and operations teams. This role is to support the properties in; contract management, asset management, H&S management, cost tracking of P&L and CAPEX including any reporting of exceptional expenditure. To manage all properties Capex requests ensuring forecasting and budgets are correct. Supporting the properties in the management of Engineering H&S planned preventative maintenance programs. Managing all properties assets matrix and forecasting when replacements are needed.

The diverse nature of the VLE portfolio requires that the successful candidate has the ability to be flexible, innovative and highly adaptable in carrying out the role.

To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in the UK.

Here’s what you need in your toolkit:

QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE

• 3- 5 years’ experience in the engineering Hospitality and Leisure industry in an administrative.
• Proven experience in managing and cost tracking project budgets
• Proven experience in managing Hotel engineering P&L
• Experience in supporting property health and safety
• Positive team spirit is essential
• Excellent and confident communicator, especially with people from non-financial backgrounds
• Enthusiastic, proactive, & commercially astute
• Focused on delivering to agreed deadlines
• Flexible and willing to help others with tasks when required
• Self-starter and self-motivator who is willing to work ‘hands-on’ and contribute positively in a small company environment
• Great organisation and time management skills
• High degree of IT literacy with excellent MS Excel skills
• Flexibility to work hours as required to fulfil the role as required

BEHAVIOURS/ SKILLS

• Confident and assertive
• Cultural awareness and ability to work in a remote environment.
• Great time management and sticking to deadlines
• Great communication skills
• To be able to prioritise
• Strong instruction and coaching skills
• Able to manage and motivate a team of people to work together
• Organised and able to manage complex logistical challenges
• Happy to have a hands-on approach
• High sense of responsibility with regard to safety issues
• Passion and pride in their work
• Works well under pressure
• Calm in emergency situations
• Willing to learn and develop
• Sense of fun

What’s the gig?

Here’s what you’d do:

• To update the Group properties manager on a regular basis on maintenance reports
• To support in managing small projects and programs that have been requested through Capex and P&L.
• To manage all P&L purchase requests and invoicing to smaller properties.
• To maintain a well-structured filing system for contracts, vendors, contractors and general communication.
• To prepare monthly properties reports to all properties
• To create and keep up to date a contacts list for all suppliers, contractors, consultants and the like
• To answer the telephone and communicate in a professional manner with authorities’ representatives, contractors, suppliers and consultants
• To update the Group properties manager on a regular basis on reports, repairs, planned service visit and contracts to all properties
• To manage all contracts administration to smaller properties
• Manage properties asset list
• To co-ordinate put an agenda and prepare engineering meeting minutes
• To carry out any other reasonable requests as directed by your manager
• Ensure all H&S planned preventative maintenance is up to date to all properties.
  
  

  Here’s the deal

Package & Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme available
• 20 days paid holiday per year plus public holidays
• Hours as required
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Tribe Discount Card
• We will contribute 50% towards private healthcare after 12 months service and then 100% after 2 years’ service
• Fun and relaxed working environment

Moskito Island is a 125 acre private island, in the beautiful British Virgin Islands, unquestionably the most idyllic community of homeowners in the Caribbean. Surrounded by turquoise waters, coral reefs and fringed by white sandy beaches, the new development has completed the Recreation Grounds including the water sports centre, the tennis pavilion, a luxury beach house and 3 pavilion dining area. In addition, the Branson Estate complete with 3 villa’s and 11 bedrooms. The first phase of the project is now completed, installation and construction of the roads, infrastructure, recreational facilities, and back of house areas including water plant, generator building, laundry and workshop facilities. Guests on Moskito are also our homeowners; we want to go above and beyond with service and style for the community of people that inhabit this island.

Necker Island is Sir Richard Branson's private island and home in the British Virgin Islands, and is unquestionably the most idyllic place in the Caribbean. Necker Island is 74 acres, fringed with white sandy beaches and surrounded by turquoise waters and coral reefs. Necker Island is normally hired exclusively for up to 34 guests, with the option to accommodate more, on an all-inclusive basis, perfect for special occasions and events! It can also be shared with others ‘house-party’ style during Celebration Weeks which are held several times each year, when guests can book individual rooms. Accommodation comes in the form of ten rooms in the Great House, six individual Balinese style cottages and Temple House. The property can also be rented for large events and weddings of over 200 people and has a wonderful array of rare wildlife which we are helping to flourish!

The style of both Moskito and Necker is “barefoot luxury”, brilliant delivery without the gold buttoned white jackets – think Richard and you’ll get it!

Reporting to the BVI General Manager, the Marine Manager is responsible for the overall management of the service, guest experience and team of the Marine Department.

Here’s what you need in your toolkit:

QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE
Essential

• Minimum of 4 years experience in a similar role
• Experience managing activities centers which incorporates a range of water sports
• Hold a valid driver’s license
• Hold a valid boat operations certificate
• Leadership and management operating teams, including staff and contractors
• Creative problem solver, solutions driven
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and follow-through skills.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.), and ability to quickly learn other programs

Desirable

• Previous Hospitality working environment advantageous – particularly in luxury niche.
• Experience managing commercial boat fleets with inhouse maintenance programs.
• Hold valid yacht master offshore certificate or similar.
• Hold a valid RYA, IKO or BKSA senior instructor qualification.
• Experience working with VIP clients
• Health and Safety qualifications/experience
• Fire training experience

BEHAVIOURS/ SKILLS

• Leadership and mastery in effective delegation
• Exceptional planning, organising and execution skills
• Able to manage complex logistical challenges
• Pro-active, self-starter
• Able to provide pragmatic practical solutions
• High sense of responsibility with regard to safety issues
• Attention to detail
• Ability to influence at all levels and connect with diverse groups
• Approachable and friendly
• Happy to be hands-on with a willingness to help others
• Passion and pride in their work
• Energetic with sense of fun and positive team spirit
  
  

What’s the gig?

Here’s what you’d do:
The Marine Manager is responsible and accountable for the delivery of all marine and watersports activities to guests, guest and staff transfers and transportation, the repair and upkeep of the property boat fleet and equipment to the highest service standards, marine regulations and health and safety standards.

• Be a member of the islands’ emergency response team.
• Respond to emergencies including fire, accident and natural disasters.
• Assist in implementing agreed Health and Safety plans including Medical, Fire and Missing person response plans.
• Purchasing, logistics and spec of new boat fleet. Annual Budgeting for Marine Department departments for MHOL, Necker island and VLE BVI
• Annual Capex Preparation and preparing a schedule 3 – 5 years out.
• Harmonise, streamline and document the day to day processes and procedures for the smooth and optimum operation of the department , e.g. health and safety, maintenance, review of new and existing activities
• Ensure that all transport and logistics needs for Necker and Moskito Island are met and operated to safety, guest experience and standard operating procedures
• Ensure high levels of Health & Safety are met in line with company standards and relevant regulations
• Reporting on the monthly financials and keeping the departments in line with the set budgets.
• Manage department P&L – monitor and control expenditure within budget, prepare reports for spend as required
• Ensure comprehensive procedures are in place and regularly updated to ensure we are best positioned to deal with medical emergencies
• Maintain accurate and up to date contact details within the Island, the wider VLE company
• Ensure that the policies of the islands are cohesive, coherent and encompass all areas of risk and encourage compliance with policies and standards.
• Working alongside the Health and Safety Officer to provide support on their duties
• Contribute to the maintenance and updating of a comprehensive accident and natural disaster procedure
• Contribute to the training and practice of natural disaster and accident preparedness and response procedures; and assist with ensuring that all relevant materials are on Necker and Moskito islands.
• Take an active role in the Crisis Management Team
• Champion and promote good practice health and safety across the property and encourage a positive safety culture
• Ensure a comprehensive Fire response procedure is in place and regularly updated
  
  

Here’s the deal

Package & Benefits:

• Permanent contract (subject to work permit approval)
• Competitive Salary (subject to local taxes)
• Bonus scheme
• 24 days paid holiday per year (team work 6 days per week) plus public holidays
• Accommodation on Island & meals/ food provided for
• Medical Cover
• Life Insurance Cover
• Initial flights from country of residence (and return at end of contract)
• One return ticket to “home” at the “Mates” rate per annum
• Pension
• …and the world’s best commute to work!

Just send our People Team your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience to BVI-Recruitment@virginlimitededition.com

Moskito Island is a 125 acre private island, in the beautiful British Virgin Islands, unquestionably the most idyllic community of homeowners in the Caribbean. Surrounded by turquoise waters, coral reefs and fringed by white sandy beaches, the new development has completed the Recreation Grounds including the water sports centre, the tennis pavilion, a luxury beach house and 3 pavilion dining area. In addition, the Branson Estate complete with 3 villa’s and 11 bedrooms. The first phase of the project is now completed, installation and construction of the roads, infrastructure, recreational facilities, and back of house areas including water plant, generator building, laundry and workshop facilities. Guests on Moskito are also our homeowners; we want to go above and beyond with service and style for the community of people that inhabit this island.

Necker Island is Sir Richard Branson's private island and home in the British Virgin Islands, and is unquestionably the most idyllic place in the Caribbean. Necker Island is 74 acres, fringed with white sandy beaches and surrounded by turquoise waters and coral reefs. Necker Island is normally hired exclusively for up to 34 guests, with the option to accommodate more, on an all-inclusive basis, perfect for special occasions and events! It can also be shared with others ‘house-party’ style during Celebration Weeks which are held several times each year, when guests can book individual rooms. Accommodation comes in the form of ten rooms in the Great House, six individual Balinese style cottages and Temple House. The property can also be rented for large events and weddings of over 200 people and has a wonderful array of rare wildlife which we are helping to flourish!

The style of both Moskito and Necker is “barefoot luxury”, brilliant delivery without the gold buttoned white jackets – think Richard and you’ll get it!

Reporting to the Property Director, the Health & Safety & Loss Prevention Officer is responsible for ensuring that the Virgin entities working in the BVI adhere to the levels of H&S required from a group perspective. Develop and maintain a pro-active loss prevention and risk mitigation program to ensure a safe and secure environment for all the Virgin entities working in the BVI. Ensure protection of all Virgin entities assets to include life, property, environment and natural resources.

Here’s what you need in your toolkit:

QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE

• Previous Experience as a H&S Officer – Minimum of 4 years’ experience
• Previous Loss Prevention experience in a similar position
• NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety
• NEBOSH H&S Diploma (advantageous )
• IOSH Membership
• Minimum of Tech IOSH required
• Previous experience working within the construction industry in a health and safety role
• Previous Hospitality working environment advantageous

BEHAVIOURS/ SKILLS

• Highly organised and able to manage complex logistical challenges
• Is able to engage HOD’s in implementing and managing H&S
• Pro-active, self-starter
• Able to provide pragmatic practical solutions
• Attention to detail
• Excellent time management
• Outstanding communication skills
• Ability to influence at all levels
• Happy to be hands on
• High sense of responsibility with regard to safety issues
• Ability to establish and lead H&S training
• Passion and pride in their work
• Works well under pressure
• Calm in emergency situations
• Sense of fun
  
  

What’s the gig?

Here’s what you’d do:
Responsibilities include overseeing Safety, Security and Loss Prevention of all Virgin entities assets to include life, property, environment and natural resources.

• Responsible for conducting induction of construction team members in the relevant policies and procedures pertaining to their employment.
• Ensure that the policies of the islands are cohesive, coherent and encompass all areas of risk.
• Assist in setting up a yearly plan for H&S training and refresher training to maintain compliance.
• Provides leadership and direction in all areas of security, loss control, security best practices and security programs includes strategic planning.
• Collaborates with departments and external groups to effectively resolve security related issues.
• Provides security standards, solutions and guidance to maintain a secure environment for the protection of personnel, property and information.
• Monitors security conditions and conduct ongoing analysis of data received from both external and internal sources and advice on appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Verify starters’ departmental induction plan to ensure they receive information on H&S procedures.
• Assist in developing systems/ training/ awareness sessions.
• Ensure all H&S training is recorded – dated, signed and filed.
• Oversee reporting and logging of H&S data.
• Working alongside the Emergency Responder to provide support on their duties.
• Working alongside head chefs to ensure all HACCP and kitchen hygiene are adhered to.
• Working alongside the Technical Services Manager (TSM) to ensure that statutory H&S requirements across the board are adhered to.
• Induction of Construction team members in the relevant policies and procedures pertaining to their employment.
• Adherence to best practice Health and safety practices on sites and ensuring that any issues are suitably reported on and rectified.
• Oversight of the safety of machinery, vehicles and any other property of the construction team to ensure they are properly maintained and operated.
• Arranging and/or carrying out, a programme of site safety and audits and safety inspections, maintain records of audits and inspections and ensure necessary corrective measures are agreed and implemented.
• Experience of planning and delivering H&S training.
• Arranging and/or carrying out incident/accident investigations, liaising with the client or enforcement authorities as relevant, report the findings to the Construction Director & Central Services Manager.
• Holding Toolbox Talks for Operatives and Mangers.
• Accompanying Managers and other Professionals on site tours to promote good practices, while advising them of your concerns and ensuring actions raised are closed out.
• Undertaking accident and incident investigations to identify causes and opportunities for improvement
• To be a part of the Crisis Management Team.
• Promoting best practice health and safety across site and promote a positive safety culture.
  
  

Here’s the deal

Package & Benefits:

• Minimum 12 month contract (subject to work permit approval)
• Competitive Salary
• 24 days paid holiday per year (team work 6 days per week) plus public holidays
• Accommodation on Island & meals/ food provided for
• Medical Cover
• Initial flights from country of residence (and return at end of contract)
• One return ticket to “home” at the “Mates” rate per annum
• Pension
• …and the world’s best commute to work!

Just send our People Team your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience to BVI-Recruitment@virginlimitededition.com

Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s private island and home, is located in the Caribbean in the beautiful and unspoiled British Virgin Islands. Surrounded by turquoise waters, coral reefs and fringed by white sandy beaches; this is barefoot luxury in a setting that’s just about as exclusive as it gets!
The island is normally hired exclusively on an all-inclusive basis. It can also be shared with others during Celebration Weeks; these are held several times each year and allow guests to book individual rooms as opposed to hiring the entire island. Guests are encouraged to view the island as their home. The island provides extensive water sports activities as well as tennis courts with resident coach, gym and spa.

At the heart of the island is the Great House, a spacious al fresco style Balinese villa that boasts panoramic views of the Caribbean, the Atlantic and neighbouring islands. There’s nowhere better for socialising and the house hosts everything from intimate family dinners to unforgettable parties.

Just a short boat ride from Necker Island is Moskito Island, a private Island made up of nine exclusive three-acre lots. The Branson Estate on Moskito Island features three villas: Headland House, Mangrove Villa and Beach Villa. Headland House is solely residential and not available for rental however Mangrove Villa and Beach Villa may be booked as additional accommodation alongside Necker Island for Virgin Limited Edition guests.

The island has facilities and communal areas – a welcome area, tennis courts and a gym, a clubhouse with food and beverage service areas, pool as well as extensive communal grounds and gardens.

Reporting to the General Manager and the Regional BVI Finance Director, the Financial Controller is responsible for all financial elements of the business including income, cost management and reporting.

Here’s what you need in your toolkit:

QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE

• CA/CIMA/ACA qualified and have 5+ years similar experience, in the Hospitality and Leisure industry
• Systems experience in accounting packages, and advanced user of Microsoft Excel (Macro level), Word and Outlook
• Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge
• Involvement in implementing/ reviewing controls and processes
• Budgeting, forecasting and management reporting experience
• General operational accounting experience
• Experience of supporting Senior Management in managing the financial performance of a hospitality business
• Preparation and production of statutory accounts, including extensive liaison with auditors and control of audit process
• Systems implementation experience
• Overseas or Caribbean experience an advantage
  
  

BEHAVIOURS/ SKILLS

• Management and motivation, leadership and development of teams of staff
• Good organisation and time management skills
• Understands the detail and able to challenge Management on performance
• Proactive, results orientated profile
• Commercially astute in supporting Management
• Focus on delivering to agreed deadlines
• Self-starter and self-motivator
• Happy to be hands on
• High sense of responsibility with regard to safety issues
• Strong communication skills
• Works well and able to perform gracefully under pressure
• High degree of attention to detail
• Passion and pride in work
• Sense of fun
• Persistent in managing sales and purchase ledgers
• Strong training and coaching skills
• Calm in emergency situations
• Excellent and confident communicator
  
  

What’s the gig?

Here’s what you’d do:

• Work with the Necker accounts team on a daily basis with the day to day running of the office
• Work with the Necker Island Executive team on the overall management of the property
• Work with the Regional BVI Finance Director on a group level supporting and putting best practices together between properties
• Working with all team members to develop their financial understanding and ability to control costs
• Securing the integrity of the general ledger and accounting records of Necker Island (BVI) Limited
• Managing the preparation of financial and management accounts, including the annual audit, budget, forecasts, management accounts, CAPEX, cash flows and other reporting as necessary
• Streamline the day to day processes and procedures and implementing appropriate controls to the business
• Reviewing and overseeing the implementation of new systems and processes
• Maintaining optimum working capital through effective management of cash, credit control and accounts payable and stock holdings
• Managing direct reports and their delegated activities, including coaching and supporting team and reviewing objectives and goals
• Making recommendations to the team to improve the profitability of the business
• Working with all team members to develop their financial understanding and ability to control costs
  
  

Here’s the deal

Package & Benefits

• Minimum 12 month contract (subject to work permit approval)
• Competitive salary
• Performance based bonus scheme
• You will be required to work hours as required to fulfil your role but this will normally be over a 5 day work week, Monday to Friday
• 20 days paid holiday per year plus public Holidays
• Food allowance
• Accommodation provided
• Life Insurance
• Medical Cover
• Pension scheme available
• Initial flights from country of residence (and return at end of contract)
• You get to work for the coolest brand in the world!

Just send our People Team your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience to BVI-Recruitment@virginlimitededition.com

Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s private island and home, is located in the Caribbean in the beautiful and unspoiled British Virgin Islands. Surrounded by turquoise waters, coral reefs and fringed by white sandy beaches; this is barefoot luxury in a setting that’s just about as exclusive as it gets! Just a short boat ride from Necker Island is Moskito Island, a private Island made up of nine exclusive three-acre lots. The island has facilities and communal areas – a welcome area, tennis courts and a gym, a clubhouse with food and beverage service areas, pool as well as extensive communal grounds and gardens.

This role reports into the BVI People Development Director.

Here’s what you need in your toolkit:

QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE
• Generalist Human Resources managerial role experience in luxury 5 star hospitality industry.
• Experience in leading and managing a team of HR specialists and Administrators.
• Pre-opening set up and opening HR experience and knowledge in luxury 5 star resort/hotel or villa estate hospitality industry in a leadership role Island environment or remote location work experience required.
• Recognised qualification in HR to degree level or professional certification from a recognised body e.g. CIPD, SHRM.
• Excellent command of the English language, both verbal and written.
• Experience and competence in designing, customising and implementing HR policies, standards and processes.
• Experience and competence in leading, designing and carrying out a recruitment strategy and supporting activities e.g. recruitment marketing, interviewing and selection.
• Experience and competence in leading, designing and carrying out learning & development strategy and supporting activities e.g. onboarding, induction, succession planning, on-the-job coaching, facilitating training.
• Good understanding of HR strategy, employer brand and employee experience.
• Understanding of HR operational budget ideal.
• High level of computer skills including Microsoft packages and payroll / HR admin systems.
• Worked with and understands statutory and legislative requirements of employment and employee relations good practise.
• A good understanding of BVI Labour and Immigration Laws and general Employment Legislation an advantage.

BEHAVIOURS/ SKILLS
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (team, management, professionals and government officials)
• Approachable and a good listener, willing to have an ‘open door’ policy whenever possible
• Strong planning and execution skills; able to prioritise, organise and take a structured approach
• Resourceful and adaptable/ able to respond effectively and quickly to changing situations
• Highly confidential with strong integrity to build trust and respect–
• Hands on leadership style with energy, and passion – that fits the Virgin ethos.
• Sense of fun
• Creative problem solver
• Sound judgment and decision making skills
• Assertive and confident people connector
• Ability to influence and persuade
• Sensitive to cultural requirements and willing and able to adapt own behaviour and thinking
• An understanding of H & S management ideal

What’s the gig?

Here’s what you’d do:
Work closely with the BVI People Team and management team to deliver the company people management good practice and VLE employee experience to enhance the employer brand. Manage the implementation of staffing for pre-opening/opening phase by:

• Overseeing the hiring schedule and recruitment strategy in line with the opening critical path, People plan and Island operations requirements.
• Managing the selection and recruitment process for all team members including sourcing candidates (permanent and temporary), interview process and permit applications (where applicable) and ensuring consistent standards of recruitment.
• Ensuring positive working environment and supporting employee engagement and development through various initiatives.
• Maintaining effective communication with the Island teams through all platforms including Staff Consultative Committee, briefings, open house meetings, newsletter and other.
• Advising and coaching HoDs on people management best practices and ensuring processes are carried out in line with company and employment guidelines/ laws.
• Managing new and existing employee data within HR-related systems and ensure that all aspects of people administration are up to date and run effectively including personal files – HR Select system.
• Working with the Finance Team and HoD’s to ensure that payroll is effectively managed.
• In conjunction with the BVI Training Manager and the BVI People Development Director, define and develop learning and development strategy and timeline with focus on the delivery of key training activities required to meet and maintain the performance and VLE standards in view of opening.
• Monitoring of activities in line with the People Plan including Performance & Development Reviews and individual development plans.
• Working with the BVI People Team to facilitate team members accommodation and employee wellness needs.

Here’s the deal

Package & Benefits:
• Competitive salary
• Performance based bonus scheme, up to 15% of annual salary
• Working 5 days a week. Hours as required
• 20 days paid holiday per year plus public holidays
• Subsistence & accommodation allowance, and flights or relocation costs
• Medical Cover
• Contributory pension
• Life Insurance
• …and the world’s best commute to work!

Just send our People Team your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience to BVI-Recruitment@virginlimitededition.com