Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

 

Effective Date: July 2025

 

At Hatch Talent Group Ltd (“we”, “our”, “us”), we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and any other applicable laws.

 

1. Who We Are

Hatch Talent Group Ltd is a recruitment agency based in the United Kingdom. Our mission is to connect talented individuals with outstanding companies across [industry/niche, e.g. tech, product, executive]. We are the data controller of the personal data we collect from candidates, clients, and website users.​

 

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:​

 

From Candidates:

• Name, contact details (email, phone number, address

• CVs, employment history, qualifications, skills

• Right to work documentation

• Salary expectationsInterview notes and feedback

• References and background checks (with your consent)​

 

From Clients:

• Contact names, business contact details

• Job descriptions and hiring requirements

• Contract and billing information

 

From Website Users:

• IP address, browser type, and usage data (via cookies)

• Contact details via forms or newsletter sign-ups.

 

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Provide recruitment services and match candidates with roles

• Communicate with you about opportunities or services

• Maintain our business relationship with clients and candidates

• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

• Improve our website and services.

 

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

• Your consent

• Performance of a contract

• Legal obligation

• Our legitimate interests (e.g. matching candidates with suitable roles, maintaining records, marketing relevant opportunities)​

 

5. Who We Share Your Data With

We may share your data with:

• Potential employers or clients (with your consent)

• Third-party service providers (e.g. CRM, email, payroll, background checks)

• Regulatory or legal authorities when required

• We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

 

6. International Data Transfers

Where data is transferred outside the UK or EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

 

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary. Candidate data is typically retained for up to 2 years after last contact, unless you request otherwise. Client and contractual data may be retained for up to 7 years for legal and financial record-keeping.

 

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)Restrict or object to processing

• Withdraw consent (where applicable)Lodge a complaint with the ICO (www.ico.org.uk)

 

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: Reece@hatch-talent.com 

 

9. Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.​

 

10. Cookies

We use cookies on our website to improve your experience.You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

 

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.

 

12. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact: Hatch Talent Group, 86-90 Paul Street, London, EC2A 4NE Reece@hatch-talent.com 020 8137 7153.​​

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