Yacht Broker

Southpaw Yacht Sales; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based pay

High earning potential

Job summary

Southpaw Yacht Sales is seeking an experienced Yacht Broker to join our New England markets. You will actively prospect buyers/sellers, build relationships, and acquire listings while coordinating with our closing team to finalize yacht transactions.

The role demands strong knowledge of yachts, market trends, and a client-focused approach. Expect competitive pay with commission and a flexible schedule aligned to busy showings and negotiations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of marine industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of yachts, boats, and marine equipment.
• Ability to build and maintain long-term relationships with clients and industry professionals.
• Proficiency in digital marketing and social media platforms.
• Solid experience in sales/brokerage, account development, and customer service.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organized, self-disciplined, and motivated.

Responsibilities

• Actively prospect and identify potential buyers and sellers of yachts and boats.
• Build and maintain client relationships to understand needs, preferences, and budget constraints.
• Acquire new yacht listings by networking and establishing connections within the yachting community.
• Maintain knowledge of brokerage’s current inventory.
• Stay up-to-date with yachting market trends, pricing, availability, and developments.
• Arrange and conduct yacht showings for potential buyers.
• Negotiate prices and terms between buyers and sellers in collaboration with management.
• Work with in-house closing team to manage paperwork, contracts, and legal requirements.
• Provide exceptional customer service throughout the buying or selling process.
• Manage the entire sales process from inquiry to closing, including documentation.
• Respond promptly to inquiries with expert advice and tailored solutions.
• Conduct follow-ups and maintain regular client communication.

Skills

Marine industry experience

Yacht knowledge

Digital marketing

Sales brokerage

Customer service

Driver's license

Team collaboration

Organization

Job description

Southpaw Yacht Sales is a leading yacht brokerage firm serving high end clients looking to purchase or sell their next boat. We provide a full-service brokerage experience for our clients. The company has a 17-year history with multiple locations.

We are looking for additional brokers for our New England markets, including RI, MA, NH & ME. Our candidate is a team player and is highly motivated as well as an experienced broker looking to be a part of our highly effective sales platform and growing firm. You multi-task well and have a passion for the boating and marine industry as well as customer service. You know how to attract listings, understand market trends, pricing, and negotiation strategies within the marine industry.

As a Southpaw Yacht Sales Broker, You Will Be Responsible For:

• Actively prospect and identify potential buyers and sellers of yachts and boats
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients to understand their needs, preferences, and budget constraints.
• Acquiring new yacht listings by networking, prospecting, and establishing connections within the yachting community
• Maintain a working knowledge of brokerage’s current inventory
• Keeping up-to-date with the yachting market trends, including pricing, availability, and new developments.
• Arranging and conducting yacht showings for potential buyers, showcasing features, and highlighting the benefits of each vessel.
• Negotiating prices and terms between buyers and sellers to facilitate yacht sales transactions, in collaboration with the management team.
• Work closely with the in-house closing team to oversee and manage the necessary paperwork, contracts, and legal requirements involved in yacht sales transactions.
• Providing exceptional customer service throughout the buying or selling process, addressing concerns, and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Manage the entire sales process from initial inquiry to final transaction, including documentation and closing
• Respond promptly to client inquiries, offering expert advice and solutions tailored to their needs
• Conduct follow-ups and maintain regular communication with clients to ensure satisfaction and repeat business

Qualifications We Are Looking For:

• Minimum 3 – 5 years of marine industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of yachts, boats, and marine equipment
• Ability to build and maintain long-term relationships with clients and industry professionals
• Proficiency in digital marketing and social media platforms
• Solid experience in sales/brokerage, account development, and customer service.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Organized, self-disciplined, and motivated.

Competitive Pay and Benefits

• Pay: $100,000.00 plus per year commission
• Expected hours: 20 – 50 per week