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Mystic Invest

Operates river and expedition cruise businesses

Human Resources Specialist - Training & Development Department

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/14/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Porto, Portugal
In Person
People & HRCompensation & Benefits, Learning & Development

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
  • Three years of experience in Human Resources Training and Development are required.
  • Fluency in English is mandatory.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required.
  • Strong organizational skills are required.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and coordinate training programs for employees at all levels.
  • Conduct training needs assessments and create customized learning plans.
  • Evaluate training effectiveness and provide recommendations for improvement.
  • Manage the learning management system and maintain training records.
  • Support the implementation of career development initiatives.
  • Assist in creating and maintaining job descriptions and career plans.
  • Contribute to the development and administration of compensation and benefits programs.
  • Conduct salary surveys and market research to ensure competitive compensation packages.
  • Assist with and monitor the annual performance evaluation process.
  • Provide guidance to managers and employees on performance evaluation procedures.
  • Analyze performance data and prepare reports for senior management.
  • Collect and analyze HR metrics related to training, development, and performance.
  • Prepare regular reports on key HR indicators for management review.
  • Identify trends and provide insights to support data-driven decision-making.
  • Support the development and implementation of employee engagement initiatives.
  • Assist in creating internal communications related to HR programs and policies.
  • Contribute to the organization of employee recognition events and programs.

About the company

MysticInvest Holding operates a portfolio of travel businesses centered on river, ocean, and expedition cruising for international holidaymakers. Its brands include DouroAzul, Nicko Cruises, Mystic Cruises, Mystic Ocean, and Atlas Ocean Voyages, each serving different destinations and styles of travel. The group combines passenger-vessel operations with onboard hospitality, itinerary development, sightseeing, and shore excursions, supported by nautical, commercial, and corporate teams. Part of Pluris Investments, the business traces its origins to the establishment of DouroAzul in 1993. MysticInvest Holding is headquartered in Porto, in Portugal's Porto district.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Porto, Portugal

Founded

1993

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What believers are saying

  • Junior accounting exposure: the holding-company role covers vessel, equipment, and infrastructure investments, asset classification, and audit support.
  • Service training: DouroAzul's onboard-assistant position includes training in high-quality service standards.
  • Travel privileges: Atlas Ocean Voyages advertises travel perks and industry privileges for its shipboard expedition ambassador.

What critics are saying

  • Technical entry requirements: the junior accounting role asks for Portuguese SNC knowledge, Excel proficiency, and accounting software skills.
  • Seasonal boarding: DouroAzul assistants must board ships during the Douro cruise season and speak fluent English.
  • Maritime documentation: Atlas ambassadors need valid STCW certification, seafarer documents, medical clearance, and international vaccination records.

What makes Mystic Invest unique

  • River reach: DouroAzul and Nicko collectively operate across seventeen rivers, including the Rhine, Nile, Mekong, and Mississippi.
  • Douro formats: DouroAzul combines river cruising with private-yacht experiences and sightseeing cruises.
  • Regional operating bases: Nicko is based in Germany, while Mystic Ocean operates from Portugal.

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