Fort Lauderdale Yacht Broker

David Walters Yachts; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Marketing support

CRM access

Travel expense reimbursement

Administrative resources

Job summary

David Walters Yachts in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking a driven Yacht Broker to join our main office. The role focuses on listing, marketing, and selling brokerage yachts, representing premier brands at shows and events, and building long-term client relationships.

Candidates should have 3+ years in yacht brokerage or related marine industry, strong negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to work from Fort Lauderdale daily.

Qualifications

• 3+ years yacht brokerage or marine industry experience.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple listings, clients, and transactions.
• Licensed yacht broker (or ability to obtain a license).

Responsibilities

• Represent DWY in listing, marketing, and sale of brokerage yachts.
• Represent new boat brands at shows, events, and private presentations.
• Foster relationships with clients and industry partners beyond the transaction.
• Guide clients through purchase and sale processes with professionalism.
• Market yachts using photography, video, and digital content.
• Keep CRM (HubSpot) up to date to manage leads and opportunities.
• Actively network, prospect, and generate new opportunities.
• Contribute to company marketing efforts, including articles and social media.
• Travel as needed for showings, sea trials, surveys, and client events.

Skills

Yacht brokerage experience

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Client networking

Marketing knowledge

Tools

HubSpot CRM

Job description

Position: Yacht Broker

David Walters Yachts (DWY) is looking to add an enterprising and driven Yacht Broker to our main office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The ideal candidate for the position will embody our core values of knowledge, experience, and integrity. Our team members possess a deep understanding and in-depth knowledge of the boats we represent, as well as a strong ability to network, excellent personal skills, and the capacity to develop long‑lasting relationships with their clients and industry partners. With over 40 years of experience, DWY has earned a reputation for professionalism, integrity, and results. We represent a diverse and active inventory of brokerage yachts and are proud to represent a variety of high‑quality new boat brands. These premier brands, together with our national and Caribbean presence, provide our team with unmatched opportunities to connect with clients and grow their businesses. DWY provides the tools, resources, and support necessary for entrepreneurial professionals to succeed. We want brokers who are motivated, self‑driven, and eager to build lasting client relationships in an ever‑evolving marketplace. If you are a yacht broker or experienced marine industry professional seeking to elevate your career, are driven, knowledgeable, and ready to work hard and earn the reward, then DWY is the fit for you.

Responsibilities

• Represent DWY in the listing, marketing, and sale of high‑quality brokerage yachts.
• Represent new boat brands at major boat shows, events, and private presentations.
• Foster relationships with new and existing customers, becoming their trusted advisor beyond the transaction.
• Guide clients through every step of the purchase and sale process with professionalism and expertise.
• Creatively market yachts using photography, video, digital content, and embody the lifestyle to inspire clients.
• Keep CRM (HubSpot) up to date to manage leads and opportunities.
• Actively network, prospect, and generate new opportunities.
• Contribute to company marketing efforts, including articles, video features, and social media campaigns.
• Travel as needed for yacht showings, sea trials, surveys, and client events.

Qualification Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of yacht brokerage experience OR extensive marine industry experience (yacht sales, captaining, yard management, marine equipment sales) with proven ability to generate business.
• Strong knowledge of various types of yachts.
• Self‑motivated with entrepreneurial drive to develop and expand opportunities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple listings, clients, and transactions simultaneously.
• Comfortable using digital marketing tools, CRM, and creating client‑facing content (video, articles, photos).
• Licensed yacht broker (or ability to obtain a license).
• Ability to work daily out of the Fort Lauderdale office, or relocate before the position start date.

What We Offer

• Prestige & Reputation – Over 40 years as one of the most trusted names in yacht sales.
• Diverse Inventory – Brokerage listings spanning a variety of market segments.
• Exclusive Brands – Top quality new boat brands in both the motoryacht, power, and sailboat segments
• Unmatched Tools & Resources – Industry‑leading marketing, professional photography & video, CRM, and administrative support.
• National & Caribbean Presence – Offices in Fort Lauderdale, Annapolis, and St. Martin, with remote brokers in Newport, Destin, Naples, and Palm Beach; licensed in California.
• Collaborative Culture – Work with respected, experienced brokers who share opportunities and knowledge.
• Prime Location – Fort Lauderdale, FL — one of the most active yacht markets in the U.S. and home to world‑class boat shows.
• Earning Potential – Industry‑leading commission splits with six‑figure potential; top performers $200k+ per year.
• Benefits & Support – Business expense reimbursement, marketing support, CRM access, and dedicated admin resources.

Compensation

This is a commission‑based position with a highly competitive structure. Brokers at DWY regularly achieve six‑figure incomes, with top performers well above that range. Compensation includes reimbursement for approved travel and business expenses, as well as full access to DWY’s marketing and administrative support system.