Elite People’s Commitment to Your Privacy

At Elite People, we take the privacy of our candidates seriously. We are committed to protecting your personal information and providing you with clear choices and control over the data we collect. This notice explains what information we collect, why we process your data, and your rights concerning your information.

Key Terms to Understand

  • Candidate (You): The individual seeking employment or career development opportunities.
  • Company (Us): Elite People Limited, registered at Anglo House, Worcester Rd, Stourport-on-Severn DY13 9AW.
  • Data: Refers to both Personal Data and, where relevant, Special Categories of Personal Data.
  • Personal Data: Information that can identify you directly or indirectly.
  • Processing: Any use of Data, including collection, storage, modification, disclosure, or destruction.

Information We Collect

  • Name
  • Date and place of birth
  • Contact details and qualifications
  • Employment history
  • Correspondence logs
  • Feedback about and from you
  • Salary details

Sources of Data

  • Directly from you
  • LinkedIn
  • Job boards
  • Referrals

Why We Use Your Data

  • To provide services such as finding job opportunities and submitting applications to employers.
  • For statistical and research purposes to improve our services.
  • To comply with legal obligations.
  • To monitor compliance with policies.
  • To investigate complaints.
  • To comply with regulatory bodies.

Legal Basis for Processing

Our processing is based on:

  • Contract: When negotiating or fulfilling agreements with you or your organization.
  • Legal Obligation: To meet our legal responsibilities.
  • Consent: In specific instances where legally required, such as introducing you to a client.
  • Legitimate Interests: For business operations, maintaining a database, and supporting recruitment needs.

Legitimate Business Interests

  • Facilitating the introduction of candidates to clients.
  • Maintaining a database of historical and current data.
  • Developing our business by recording prospective candidate and client information.

Providing Your Data

Providing your personal information is voluntary, but necessary for us to work with you effectively.

Automated Processing

We may use automated systems for profiling and shortlisting candidates based on criteria such as skills, pay rates, and availability.

Data Retention

We retain data for as long as necessary to meet our business needs and legal obligations, conducting reviews every 2 years.

Sharing Your Data

We share your data with:

  • Clients/prospective employers
  • IT system suppliers
  • Government, police, or regulators when legally required
  • During business transactions, such as acquisitions

International Data Transfers

We do not transfer your data outside the European Union.

Your Rights

  • Access: Obtain a copy of your personal information.
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate data.
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data.
  • Objection: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@elitepeople.co.uk. You may be asked to verify your identity.

Changes to This Statement

We may update this privacy policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated through our website or other appropriate channels.