Oyster World Rally Administrator - FTC 3 Months

Oyster Yachts Limited; Wroxham, Southampton, Ipswich; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Christmas close-down

Job summary

Oyster Yachts Limited is seeking an enthusiastic World Rally Administrator to support the Oyster World Rally team on a full-time, three-month fixed-term contract. Base locations include Wroxham, Southampton or Ipswich, with 40 hours per week and salary £26,500–£30,000 per year, pro rata.

You will coordinate travel, maintain records and assist with Rally information and training events, contributing to a seamless and memorable owner experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in project administration, coordination or a similar administrative role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and confidence using CRM systems.
• Ability to communicate confidently and professionally with clients, colleagues and external contacts.
• Experience arranging overseas travel and coordinating logistics.
• Event management experience would be desirable.
• Knowledge of the marine industry or previous sailing experience would be an advantage.
• Relevant further or higher education would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and logistical support to the Oyster World Rally team.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, taxis and transfers.
• Coordinate, update and publish the Oyster World Rally guide.
• Assist with organising webinars, seminars and workshops for Rally training.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date Rally records and information using CRM systems, including HubSpot.
• Support the launch of future World Rallies and other Oyster events.
• Communicate professionally with owners, colleagues, suppliers and other third parties.
• Provide general administrative support to help ensure the smooth running of the team.

Skills

Project administration

Coordination

Communication skills

Organisational planning

Microsoft Office

HubSpot CRM

Overseas travel coordination

Event management

Marine knowledge

Time management

Education

Higher education desirable

Tools

HubSpot CRM

Job description

Oyster World Rally Administrator - FTC 3 Months

NR12, United Kingdom | Posted on 28/10/2026

Location: Wroxham, Southampton or Ipswich

Contract: Full-time, fixed-term contract for 3 months

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: £26,500–£30,000 per annum, pro rata

About Us

Oyster has a worldwide reputation as a leading builder of luxury bluewater cruising yachts. Since 1973, we’ve been designing, building and supporting some of the world’s finest sailing yachts, offering exceptional quality and experiences for our owners.

The Oyster World Rally is a unique, fully supported circumnavigation event for Oyster yacht owners, bringing together a community of sailors to experience the adventure of sailing around the world. The Oyster Events team plays a key role in delivering this experience, providing support, guidance and coordination to help owners enjoy a memorable journey.

Our people are at the heart of our success, guided by our core values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Family.

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly organised and proactive World Rally Administrator to provide administrative and logistical support to our Oyster World Rally team on a full-time, three-month fixed-term contract. This can be based at our Wroxham, Southampton or Ipswich locations.

This is a varied role supporting the planning and delivery of the Oyster World Rally, helping the team provide an exceptional experience for our owners. You will coordinate travel arrangements, maintain accurate records, support the preparation of Rally information and assist with training events and the launch of future Rallies.

We’re looking for someone with excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and a positive, can-do attitude, who enjoys working as part of a team and communicating with a wide range of people.

Key Responsibilities

Provide administrative and logistical support to the Oyster World Rally team.

Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, taxis and transfers.

Coordinate, update and publish the Oyster World Rally guide.

Assist with organising webinars, seminars and workshops for Rally training.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date Rally records and information using CRM systems, including HubSpot.

Support the launch of future World Rallies and other Oyster events.

Communicate professionally with owners, colleagues, suppliers and other third parties.

Provide general administrative support to help ensure the smooth running of the team.

What You’ll Bring

Experience in project administration, coordination or a similar administrative role.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and confidence using CRM systems.

The ability to communicate confidently and professionally with clients, colleagues and external contacts.

Experience arranging overseas travel and coordinating logistics.

Event management experience would be desirable.

Knowledge of the marine industry or previous sailing experience would be an advantage.

Relevant further or higher education would be desirable.

Personal Characteristics

Friendly, approachable and helpful, with a positive, can-do attitude.

Highly organised, methodical and attentive to detail.

Self-motivated, proactive and able to manage time and workload effectively.

A strong team player who builds positive relationships quickly.

Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Passionate about delivering excellent service and a high-quality experience for our owners.

What We Offer

Opportunity to work with one of the world’s leading luxury yacht brands.

International and collaborative working environment.

Supportive team culture built around Oyster’s core values.

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas close-down, subject to contract and eligibility.

Pension scheme and other applicable employee benefits.

We continuously review our benefits to maximise opportunities for our employees.

As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process, please do not hesitate to let us know.

All vacancies are open only to candidates who already have the legal right to live and work in the territory and country advertised.