At Pelorus we believe travel should go beyond luxury - it should inspire exploration, spark curiosity, and transform the way people engage with the world.
As we enter a new chapter of global expansion, we’re seeking a highly motivated expedition specialist with a solutions-oriented mindset and creative flare to join our team of ambitious, forward- thinking professionals.
This is a rare opportunity to work with one of the most ambitious experiential businesses in the industry, redefining what’s possible in the realm of luxury travel.
YOUR MISSION
As an Expedition Designer, you will be working closely with our high-performing yachting and
travel teams, you’ll help ensure that every expedition, with particular attention to the Polar
region, is designed and planned is accurate, insightful, and actionable, driving clarity and
confidence to the teams and inspiring Pelorus clients.
THE IMPACT YOU’LL CREATE
As an experienced and highly organised Expedition Designer, you will support the planning,
development, and operational delivery of complex yacht-based expeditions, with a particular
focus on remote and polar destinations.
You will need to bring direct experience working within expedition travel, planning or
expedition design, while also possessing firsthand exposure to yacht operations through
previous crew experience or employment with a yacht expedition operator. They will play a
key role in creating and managing expedition programmes, supporting day-to-day yacht
activities, and contributing to the continued growth of our expedition capabilities.
This position offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Expedition Designer or
Expedition Operations professional looking to deepen their expertise, take on greater
responsibility, and help shape world-class exploratory journeys.
RESPONSABILITIES
Expedition Design & Planning
• Design and develop bespoke yacht-based itineraries and expedition programmes.
• Research destinations, activities, seasonal conditions, and operational requirements.
• Build detailed voyage plans, logistics, and contingency arrangements.
• Identify new opportunities, routes, and experiences to enhance our expedition
portfolio.
• Ensure programmes balance guest experience, safety, and operational feasibility.
Operations & Logistics
• Support the day-to-day planning and coordination of expedition voyages.
• Manage permits, clearances, supplier relationships, and operational documentation.
• Liaise with captains, crew, guides, and local partners to ensure smooth execution.
• Monitor voyage readiness and provide support before, during, and after departures.
• Assist with risk management and operational best practices.
Polar Expertise
• Provide specialist knowledge of Arctic and Antarctic destinations and operations.
• Advise on ice conditions, landing sites, seasonal considerations, and regional regulations.
• Support compliance with relevant environmental and operational standards.
Team & Leadership Support
• Coordinate and support expedition guides and specialist staff.
• Contribute to training, briefing materials, and operational procedures.
• Act as a trusted point of contact between vessel, expedition, and shoreside teams.
• Provide leadership support during voyage preparation and delivery.
Guest Experience
• Help create seamless, enriching, and memorable guest journeys.
• Support guest briefings, special requests, and bespoke expedition requirements.
• Contribute destination knowledge and expedition content where required.
WHAT WE OFFER
• Company salary with a performance-based bonus structure - you will receive a
discretionary bonus which is based on company and personal achievement and
targets.
• Holidays allowance that increases annually, birthday off, and all recognised local
Public/Bank Holiday’s.
• Foundation Days – time off for conservation and environmental projects
• Personal Development days and opportunities
• FAM Trips and business travel
• Flexible working environment
• Industry and team awards scheme
THIS IS MORE THAN A ROLE
At Pelorus, we don’t just create journeys, we deliver experiences that shift perspectives and
last a lifetime. If you are ready to drive change and think creatively, we would love to hear from
you.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
At Pelorus, we don’t just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it
for the benefit of our employees, our suppliers, and our global community. Pelorus is proud to
be an equal-opportunity employer, creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all
employees.
