Protect what matters most: people, data, and trust - every day, across every journey.
Join us in Genoa as Privacy Specialist, where you will play a key role in safeguarding one of Costa’s most critical assets: data trust.
In a complex, international environment, you will turn regulatory requirements into practical, business-oriented solutions ensuring compliance while enabling innovation, operational efficiency, and a consistent customer and employee experience across markets.
Live your ambition. Lead with impact
Within the Legal team, you will contribute to strengthening Costa’s privacy culture and governance, making data protection a true business enabler and a driver of trust across functions and geographies.
Privacy Governance & Compliance
Ensure alignment with GDPR and applicable regulations across Headquarters and markets, supporting the evolution of privacy frameworks, processes, and controls in a dynamic, multi-country environment.
Data Mapping, Risk & Operational Support
Maintain records of processing activities (ROPA), monitor data flows, and partner with business functions to identify, assess, and mitigate privacy risks—translating regulatory requirements into clear, actionable solutions.
Privacy by Design & Stakeholder Collaboration
Promote a privacy-by-design mindset, working closely with the DPO, Legal, IT, and business teams to embed data protection principles into projects, systems, and day-to-day operations.
What makes you unique
- Solid experience in privacy, data protection, or compliance roles, ideally in international or complex organizations
- Strong knowledge of GDPR and data protection frameworks; ability to apply that knowledge pragmatically in business contexts
- Hands-on experience in data mapping, ROPA management, and privacy governance processes
- Ability to translate legal requirements into practical, business-oriented solutions
- Stakeholder management and collaboration skills across Legal, IT, and business teams
- Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus
What we offer
Your Journey with Us
At Costa, we make your onboarding experience smooth and welcoming, with flexible smart working options that help you balance life and work.
Benefits That Matter
Enjoy daily meal vouchers, exclusive discounts, and access to our Wellbeing@Costa platform for sports, travel, and cultural perks. We also provide free medical insurance and additional welfare benefits for you and your family.
Growth & Engagement
We invest in your development through tailored learning programs, volunteering opportunities, and wellbeing initiatives. Our loyalty program and community events make Costa not just a workplace but a place to belong.
Your employment
Maternity leave replacement contract, full-time, hybrid
Who We are
Our diverse community connects individuals globally, fostering cultural collaboration. We strive to bring happiness and create unforgettable experiences for our guests.
Costa, part of Carnival Corporation & plc, is the leading Italian cruise line, sailing the world's seas for over 75 years. We offer unique experiences both on board and ashore.
United by passion, we drive success and ambition. Whether on board or shoreside, we infuse energy, creativity, and adventure into everything we do.
Start your journey with us and explore the website for more details: https://career.costacrociere.it/shoreside/#journey
Onboard with us and unlock your potential!
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Skills Required
- Solid experience in privacy, data protection, or compliance roles
- Strong knowledge of GDPR and data protection frameworks
- Hands-on experience in data mapping and ROPA management
- Ability to translate legal requirements into practical solutions
- Stakeholder management and collaboration skills
- Fluency in English
What We Do
Carnival Corporation & plc is a global cruise company and one of the largest vacation companies in the world. Our portfolio of leading cruise brands includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and Seabourn in North America; P&O Cruises (UK), and Cunard in the United Kingdom; AIDA Cruises in Germany; Costa Cruises in Southern Europe; Iberocruceros in Spain; and P&O Cruises (Australia) in Australia. These brands, which comprise the most recognized cruise brands in North America, the United Kingdom, Germany and Italy, offer a wide range of holiday and vacation products to a customer base that is broadly varied in terms of cultures, languages and leisure-time preferences. We also own a tour company that complements our cruise operations: Holland America Princess Alaska Tours in Alaska and the Canadian Yukon. Combined, our vacation companies attract 10 million guests annually.
