Data Privacy Specialist, CHAMP

Overview

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WELCOME TO SITA

At SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry.

You’ll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting‑edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. We don’t just move the world forward—we’re proud to be recognized as a

Great Place to Work ® by 79% of our employees and certified in most of our growing locations. Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.

Are you ready to love your job?

The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.

Purpose

We are looking for a motivated and detail‑oriented Privacy & Data Protection Specialist to join CHAMP as part of the Legal & Compliance function. This role ensures that CHAMP meets its obligations under the GDPR and applicable data protection laws across the jurisdictions where CHAMP operates.

The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of privacy compliance principles, strong organisational skills, and the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders across the CHAMP organization. This position supports privacy operations, providing essential assistance in implementing CHAMP’s privacy governance framework.

The Privacy & Data Protection Specialist will work closely with the DPO, acting as the supporting point of contact for internal stakeholders and assisting in day‑to‑day privacy tasks.

Key Responsibilities

Support monitoring CHAMP’s compliance with GDPR and applicable privacy laws, including policies, procedures, audits, awareness and training.

Assist in advising management, product teams, IT and other stakeholders on data protection obligations, risks and regulatory developments.

Assist in conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAs) and associated risk mitigation activities.

Help maintain the Records of Processing Activities (ROPA), ensuring completeness and accuracy.

Support the DPO in managing regulatory queries, inspections or investigations.

Assist in handling privacy‑related customer inquiries, complaints or contractual obligations, ensuring timely and thorough responses.

Operational & Strategic Responsibilities

Contribute to the effective operation of CHAMP’s privacy management framework, including governance processes, documentation, second‑line monitoring and reporting.

Support initiatives promoting a strong culture of privacy and data ethics throughout the organization.

Assist in reviewing new projects, technologies, products or services to ensure privacy‑by‑design and privacy‑by‑default principles are embedded.

Collaborate with IT, Security, Legal, Procurement and HR to identify and raise privacy risks.

Monitor developments in privacy, cybersecurity, AI regulation and emerging technologies, and provide background research.

Assist the DPO in making regular reporting to Executive Management and the Board on privacy risk trends and KPIs.

Support vendor risk management activities and review privacy clauses in third‑party contracts.

Represent CHAMP in customer meetings, industry forums and regulatory engagements.

Qualifications

Experience

Minimum 2‑3 years of experience in privacy, data protection, IT audit, risk management or a comparable compliance role in a multinational environment.

Understanding of GDPR and global privacy frameworks; exposure to EU supervisory authorities is an asset.

Experience supporting privacy risk assessments and internal control frameworks.

Familiarity with privacy management tools (OneTrust or equivalent) is an advantage.

Knowledge & Skills

Strong analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to handle complex information with guidance.

Ability to work independently while seeking support on complex matters.

Ability to manage multiple tasks under deadlines and collaborate with cross‑functional teams globally.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional European languages are an advantage.

Hands‑on attitude, proactive problem‑solving approach and a high standard of ethical integrity.

Team‑oriented mindset and the ability to build trust across the organization.

Professional Qualifications (preferred)

Introductory or intermediate privacy certifications or IT audit/risk certifications.

OneTrust certifications or training are a plus.

What We Offer

We're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We’re proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you can work from home when needed.

Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team’s needs).

Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans.

Flex‑Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.

Employee Wellbeing: We provide an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your dependants 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health— a personalised platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.

Professional Development: Our learning ecosystem offers access to world‑class platforms and programmes designed to help you thrive. From LinkedIn Learning, Microsoft’s Enterprise Skills Initiative, Airport Council International, Pluralsight, Harvard Business Publishing and Stanford, we align learning opportunities with your development plan and our business priorities.

Competitive benefits that suit both your local market and employment status.

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. xugodme In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify in the application process.