PRIVACY & DATA POLICY
As a recruitment company, Skript needs to collect some personal data in order to assist you with your job search. This document sets out what information we need to collect and how we will use it, as your privacy is important to us and we are committed to protecting and safeguarding your data.
What data do we need to collect to help you?
The information we need will vary but can include the below. We will only ask for data that we need to help with your job or candidate search.
Contact information (such as name, address, email address and telephone number)
Employment and education history, often as part of your CV/Resume
Work-related skills, such as language proficiencies or professional qualifications
Date of birth
Gender
Passport or confirmation of your right to work in given countries
Benefits information
Tax-related information such as P45 or National Insurance numbers
References from previous employment
Details of any criminal records and permission to carry out an up-to-date criminal records check
Extra information that you choose to tell us
Extra information that your referees choose to tell us about you
We also collect information in the aggregate to provide ourselves with a better understanding of the users of our website including browsing patterns and preferences. This aggregated data does not contain personally identifiable information.
Note: Where sensitive personal data (e.g., criminal records, diversity data, or health-related data) is collected, we will obtain your explicit consent where required by law.
Why do we process this data?
We process personal data necessary to provide our recruitment services to you. Additionally, we may process your data to provide you with marketing information including news, industry updates, events, and promotions.
Where we provide marketing information to you, we rely on your consent or our legitimate interests, and you will always have the option to unsubscribe.
How do we collect data?
We can collect data from a number of sources including:
1. Job applications via external websites
When you apply for a job you are providing personal information that will help us to understand and support your job search. By providing this information to Skript you are providing Skript with consent to process and store your personal data.
2. Directly from you
You can send us your details or CV/Resume directly (e.g., via email) if you would like us to help with your job search. By providing this information to Skript you are providing Skript with consent to process and store your personal data.
3. From third parties
We may come across your details if you have shared them on social media, the internet, or other employment websites such as job boards. If we find your details via a third party, we will contact you to obtain your consent before processing or sharing them.
How do we process and protect your data?
As Skript collects personal data, we are a ‘Data Controller’ and have legal responsibilities to use the data correctly and safely. All your data is held in our secure systems and is only shared with third parties for the reasons outlined in this document.
Your data may be used to:
Assess your suitability for any vacancies we have, or you have applied for
Provide you with our recruitment services and to facilitate the recruitment process
Verify the information you have given us or conduct any legal checks required by our clients
Comply with our legal obligations
Send you service updates, satisfaction surveys, and request feedback
We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
Who do we share your data with?
We do not share your personal data with third parties, except where it is necessary in order to provide you with our recruitment services as described above. The most common example is sharing your details with a prospective employer (or their outsourced recruitment teams) in order for your application to be considered.
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
Your personal data is stored on servers in the European Economic Area and is only transferred outside that area if you ask us to assist you in obtaining work outside the EEA territories.
If your personal data is transferred or stored outside of Canada (including to the EEA or United States), it may be subject to the laws of those jurisdictions. We ensure such transfers are safeguarded appropriately in accordance with applicable privacy laws (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).
For residents of Quebec: Personal information transferred outside Quebec is subject to a privacy impact assessment to ensure an equivalent level of protection.
We will not disclose any information we hold about you to third parties without your express permission, except as required to facilitate the recruitment process or comply with legal obligations.
How long do we keep your data?
We keep your personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy. We comply with all applicable data retention requirements and may need to keep some of your details for legal, tax, or financial reporting purposes.
Your rights
You have the right to:
Request a copy of the personal data that we hold about you
Ask us to correct or delete your personal data
Withdraw your consent at any time (where consent is the lawful basis)
Request restriction of processing or data portability (where applicable)
Lodge a complaint with your local privacy authority
To make any such request, please contact us at contact@skript.io.
If you are a resident of California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, or Utah, you may have additional privacy rights under your state’s laws, including the right to opt out of data sharing or profiling. Contact us to learn more or to exercise these rights.
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that poses a risk of significant harm, we will notify affected individuals and regulators as required by law.
Cookies and links to other sites
Cookies are text files placed on your computer to collect standard internet log and visitor behaviour information. This information is used to track visitor use of the Website, compile statistical reports, and help us make relevant recommendations. You can update your internet settings to block these if you wish.
You may find links to other sites on the Skript website which are not affiliated with Skript. These sites may contain their own guidelines on privacy. Skript cannot be responsible for their policies and use of data.
Clients
If you are a client or prospective client, we collect and use information about your organisation and your staff in order to market and provide our recruitment services. Information will be processed where it is:
Necessary to perform a contract
Required to pursue our legitimate interests
Needed for legal compliance or to defend legal claims
You may opt out of marketing communications at any time using the unsubscribe links or by contacting us directly.
Contact and Privacy Officer
For any questions or concerns about your data, or to exercise your rights, please contact:
contact@skript.io