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Privacy Policy

 

1. Introduction

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Welcome to the Privacy Policy of Hawfinch Recruitment. We are committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines our data protection practices, including how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal data.

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2. Data Controller

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Hawfinch Recruitment, located at 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, England, WC2H 9JQ. Elliot Myers is the data controller for the processing of personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at help@hawfinchrecruitment.com.

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3. Types of Personal Data We Collect

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We may collect and process various types of personal data, including but not limited to:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address.

  • Professional Information: CV or resume, employment history, qualifications, skills, and references.

  • Identifiers: IP address and cookies (for website visitors).

  • Recruitment-Related Data: Information provided during interviews, assessment tests, and correspondence related to job applications.

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4. Purposes of Data Processing

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We process personal data for the following purposes:

  • Recruitment: To match job candidates with suitable employment opportunities.

  • Communication: To respond to inquiries and provide updates regarding job applications.

  • Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, including GDPR.

  • Website Improvement: To enhance our website and user experience.

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5. Legal Basis for Processing

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We process personal data based on the following legal bases:

  • Consent: When individuals voluntarily provide their data for specific purposes.

  • Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our contractual obligations with job candidates and clients.

  • Legal Obligation: To meet legal and regulatory requirements.

  • Legitimate Interests: To provide efficient and secure recruitment services.

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6. Sharing and Disclosure

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We may share personal data with the following categories of recipients:

  • Clients: To facilitate recruitment processes.

  • Service Providers: To support our website, communications, and other business functions.

  • Legal Authorities: In response to legal requests or regulatory obligations.

  • Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes.

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7. International Data Transfers

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We may transfer personal data to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) if necessary. Such transfers will be in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

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8. Data Security

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We take appropriate security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

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9. Data Retention

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We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes mentioned in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law.

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10. Your Rights

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You have rights under GDPR, including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or port your personal data, as well as the right to object to processing. To exercise these rights, please contact us at help@hawfinchrecruitment.com.

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11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

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Our website may use cookies and tracking technologies for analytics and improved user experience. By using our website, you consent to the use of these technologies.

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12. Changes to this Privacy Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on our website with the "Last updated" date.

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13. Contact Information

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If you have questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or data protection practices, please contact us at help@hawfinchrecruitment.com or at 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, England, WC2H 9JQ.

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14. Complaints

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If you believe that we have not complied with GDPR or other applicable data protection laws, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) in the UK or your local data protection authority.

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By using our website and our recruitment services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly.

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This Privacy Policy was last updated on the 14th November 2024.

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