The Recruitment Company (TRC) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our clients, candidates, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you engage with our recruitment services or use our website.

By accessing our website or using our services you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information when you contact us, submit an enquiry, apply for a role, or engage with our recruitment services. This may include:

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Postal address
Employment history and CV information
Professional qualifications and certifications
Job preferences and career interests
Company information when engaging with us as a client
Any additional information you choose to provide

Sensitive Information

During recruitment processes you may share sensitive personal information such as employment background, salary expectations, or references. This information is treated with strict confidentiality and is only used for the purpose of recruitment and candidate placement.

Technical Information

When visiting our website we may automatically collect certain technical information including:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited
Website usage data
Cookies and tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

Provide recruitment and talent acquisition services
Match candidates with suitable employment opportunities
Communicate with candidates and clients regarding roles and recruitment processes
Manage client relationships and recruitment projects
Improve our website functionality and user experience
Send relevant updates regarding job opportunities or recruitment services
Maintain internal records and service quality

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

Your consent
Performance of a contract or recruitment engagement
Legitimate business interests related to recruitment services
Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

Clients seeking suitable candidates for employment opportunities
Trusted service providers supporting recruitment processes
Professional partners assisting with background checks or compliance where required
Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law

All third parties are required to maintain strict confidentiality and protect your data.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from:

Unauthorised access
Loss or damage
Misuse or disclosure

While we take reasonable measures to protect your information, no data transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

Provide recruitment services
Maintain professional records
Comply with legal, regulatory, or accounting obligations

You may request the deletion of your personal information at any time.

7. Your Rights

Depending on applicable data protection laws, you may have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your data
Withdraw consent for data processing
Object to certain uses of your information
Request a copy of your stored data

To exercise these rights please contact us at:

hello@therecruitmentcompany.ae

8. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to:

Improve website functionality
Analyse visitor behaviour and site usage
Personalise user experience

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Third Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites and encourage users to review their privacy policies independently.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. Updates will be published on this page.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:

The Recruitment Company
Email: hello@therecruitmentcompany.ae