At Sims Recruitment Solutions Ltd, we are committed to protecting the privacy of job applicants and candidates during the recruitment process. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information that we collect from job applicants and candidates.
What information do we collect?
We may collect and process the following personal information about job applicants and candidates:
- Name, address, email address, and phone number
- Employment history and education
- CV, resume, cover letter, and other application materials
- Information related to job preferences and interests
- References and background checks
- Interview notes and feedback
How do we use this information?
We use this personal information to evaluate job applicants and candidates for employment, to communicate with them throughout the recruitment process, and to comply with legal and regulatory requirements. Specifically, we may use this information to:
- Assess qualifications, skills, and experience
- Contact applicants and candidates regarding job opportunities
- Request additional information or documentation
- Schedule interviews and assessments
- Verify references and conduct background checks
- Evaluate fit for job openings and our company culture
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements, such as equal opportunity and immigration laws
How do we protect this information?
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We restrict access to personal information to those who need to know it in order to perform their job duties, and we store personal information on secure servers.
Do we share this information?
We may share personal information with third-party service providers who assist us with the recruitment process, such as recruitment agencies, background check providers, and applicant tracking systems. We may also share personal information with government agencies or law enforcement authorities in response to a lawful request.
How long do we keep this information?
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, as required by law, or as necessary to defend or pursue legal claims. When personal information is no longer needed, we securely dispose of it in accordance with our data retention policies.
What are your rights?
Job applicants and candidates have certain rights with respect to their personal information, including the right to access, correct, or delete personal information, the right to object to processing, and the right to withdraw consent. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact details provided below.
Changes to this privacy policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our recruitment practices or legal obligations. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for the latest information.
Contact us
If you have any questions or concerns about our recruitment privacy policy or our handling of personal information, please contact us at info@simsrecruitmentsolutions.co.uk