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Carnival UK (P&O Cruises & Cunard)

Data Scientist

Hybrid

Southampton, United kingdom

Full Time

10-10-2025

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Communication Python SQL Decision-making Research Effective Communication Machine Learning Recruitment Data Science

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Job Description

Carnival UK & P&O Cruises are a leading name in the holiday sector, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our guests. Our success is built on a foundation of diverse talents and perspectives, and we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

In our continuous journey of growth and innovation at Carnival UK, we are seeking a Data Scientist to bring fresh insights and expertise to our Revenue Management & Deployment department.

Role Overview

Join a dynamic team at the heart of commercial decision-making, where data science drives strategic outcomes. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to optimise revenue and solve complex business challenges.

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, including the in-house developed pricing model, working collaboratively across multiple brands within the Carnival Corporation such as AIDA, Costa, Seabourn, Holland America and Princess Cruises.

You'll also have involvement in AI and Gen-AI Initiatives, contributing to the evolution of our data science strategy.

This pivotal role will include:

Enhancing existing predictive and explanatory models and developing new ones to solve business problems.
Collaborating across brands and departments to ensure alignment and effective communication.
Building relationships across commercial and brand teams to grow the influence of data science. Simplifying complex data insights for non-technical stakeholders.
Staying up to date with the latest advancements in data science and machine learning.

This role is positioned at CUK08 level within our organisation and is available on a full-time permanent basis. We offer hybrid work, including up to two days from home.

What You'll Bring

Your unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We're looking for:

Strong hands-on coding skills in Python and SQL.
Excellent mathematical, statistical, and modelling skills.
Proven ability to apply advanced methodologies to solve strategic business problems.
Experience working in revenue management or pricing models is advantageous but not essential.
A Master's degree in a relevant field is desirable

About You: The Ideal Candidate

You are more than just your CV. You're someone who brings:

Curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset.
The ability to articulate complex concepts in simple terms, particularly with non-technical teams.
A collaborative spirit with excellent communication skills
A passion for using data to drive impactful decisions.

Application Guidance

Diversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you're passionate about data science and looking for an opportunity to grow, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

Working with us means more than just a role in Revenue Management & Deployment. It's about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth.

Read our employee experience guide to learn more about life as a Carnival UK colleague.

Here's what we offer:

Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers
Annual bonus
Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme
Regular office events including live entertainment, lifestyle events and charity partner fundraisers
Extensive learning and development opportunities
Employee-led networks
Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programmes
Company paid Health Cash Plan and health assessment
In-house Occupational Health help and access to digital GP
Life Assurance
Employee share plan
Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes

Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we might close applications earlier than advertised. Don't miss out on this opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.

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About Us

Holidays are one of life's greatest pleasures. Having the chance to relax, escape and explore is a magical thing. And there is no better holiday than a cruise.

No one knows cruising like Carnival UK, where talented people from across the globe come together to create unforgettable holiday happiness. As part of the world's largest holiday travel and leisure company, we take enormous pride in bringing to life two of the most iconic brands from Britain's rich seafaring heritage, P&O Cruises and Cunard. Collectively they have been delivering unbridled joy, boundless adventure and lifelong memories to millions of people for over 350 years. And in a multi-million pound global holiday market, where cruising has barely scratched the surface, we have the opportunity to do that for many, many more people.

Our diverse yet tight knit t

About the Company

Carnival UK is the operating company for P&O Cruises & Cunard. We provide world class cruise holidays and take enormous pride from bringing to life two of the most iconic brands from Britain's rich seafaring heritage. That legacy of elegance and style, of beautiful ships, inspiring leadership and guest-obsessed service excellence lives on today, as we evolve ourselves for tomorrow. Working at Carnival UK means being part of a tight-knit but truly global team made up of friendly, happy, caring people. Parts of our business ar... Know more