Senior Manager, Land Experience & Product Development

Royal Caribbean International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global cruise company is seeking a Senior Manager for Land Experiences & Product Development to lead the strategy and execution of cultural land-based guest experiences across various destinations. This role requires a proven background in tourism and destination management, along with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to negotiate and manage partnerships are essential. The position offers opportunities for career growth within the company and a vibrant work environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Destination Management, Tour Operating, and Product Development experience in tourism or in the luxury cruise/hotel/land segment.
• Able to communicate with clients and internal management.
• Capable of conducting travel.

Responsibilities

• Design and evolve a portfolio of land-based experiences.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure partners meet brand standards.
• Manage P&L for land experiences, including budgeting and pricing strategy.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Problem solving / analytical skills

Project completion

Education

4-year degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of employees. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer a competitive compensation & benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world.

Silversea is the defining name in luxurious cruise travel by distinguishing itself in the ultra-luxury market with its elegant, all-suite ships, all-inclusive pricing, worldwide itineraries and genuine hospitality. All our ships feature spacious, ocean-view suites with butler service, and most include private verandas, meaning you can sip your champagne from the comfort of your deck while watching the vistas beyond. Whether you want to gaze at icebergs or palm trees, the choice is yours. Our ships sail pole-to-pole to over 900 destinations on all seven continents, leaving (almost) no part of coastline uncovered. We are proud of our reputation as the "World's Best" cruise line and seek individuals who take personal pride in their work to join our award-winning team.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Senior Manager, Land Experiences & Product Development is responsible for leading the strategy, development, and execution of immersive, culturally rich, and operationally seamless land-based guest experiences across global destinations. This role ensures that every guest touchpoint ashore reflects the brand’s commitment to deliver on our financial growth and guest satisfaction targets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Experience Strategy & Innovation

• Design and evolve a portfolio of land-based experiences that reflect the brand’s premium positioning and guest expectations.
• Identify emerging travel trends and cultural insights to inform new product development.
• Collaborate with brand marketing, and commercial teams to ensure offerings are differentiated and aligned with consumer insights.

2. Destination & Partner Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with global tour operators, local guides, national and local tourism boards.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure partners meet brand standards for safety, service, and storytelling.
• Conduct regular destination visits to audit and enhance experience quality.

3. Operational Excellence

• Oversee the end-to-end execution of land-based programs, ensuring smooth coordination with shipboard and shoreside teams.
• Monitor guest satisfaction scores, incident reports, and operational KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead contingency planning and risk mitigation for destination disruptions.

4. Financial & Commercial Leadership

• Manage P&L for land experiences, including budgeting, pricing strategy, and revenue optimization.
• Analyze performance data to identify growth opportunities and improve profitability.
• Collaborate with revenue management and sales teams to support pre-cruise and onboard sales initiatives.

5. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead a high-performing team of destination land managers and coordinators.
• Foster a culture of creativity, accountability, and guest-centric thinking.
• Provide coaching, development plans, and succession planning for team growth.

6. Brand & Guest Experience Alignment

• Partner with marketing and content teams to promote experiences through compelling narratives and visuals.
• Act as a brand ambassador in destination communities and industry events.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

Education

• 4-year degree or equivalent work experience is preferred.

Years of experience

• 5+ years in Destination Management, Tour Operating, and Product Development experience in tourism or in the luxury cruise/hotel/land segment.

Essential qualifications and skills

• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Able to communicate with clients and internal management.
• Computer skills include Excel, Word, Outlook, and Windows Based Programs.
• Capable of conducting travel.
• Problem solving / analytical skills.
• Excellent at preparing presentations using MS PowerPoint.
• Project completion.