Privacy Policy

At Kizuna Recruitment, your privacy is important to us. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

By using our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Who We Are

Kizuna Recruitment (“we,” “us,” “our”) is a permanent recruitment business that connects job seekers with employers. We are committed to safeguarding your personal information and ensuring that your privacy is respected.

2. Information We Collect

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

  • Candidate Information: Name, contact details, CV, employment history, educational background, salary expectations, and references.

  • Employer Information: Contact details of hiring managers or company representatives, job descriptions, and hiring preferences.

  • Communication Records: Emails, phone calls, and other correspondence related to recruitment processes.

  • Website Usage Data: IP addresses, cookies, and usage data when you interact with our website (if applicable).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • Candidates: To assess suitability for job roles, submit applications to employers, and communicate regarding job opportunities.

  • Employers: To understand hiring needs, present suitable candidates, and facilitate communication.

  • Legal and Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

  • Marketing: To send relevant updates, job opportunities, or recruitment-related content (with your consent).

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent: When you provide explicit consent to process your data (e.g., subscribing to newsletters).

  • Legitimate Interest: To perform recruitment services and communicate with you about relevant opportunities.

  • Contractual Obligation: When data processing is necessary to fulfill our recruitment services.

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share your personal information with:

  • Employers: To present your application for relevant job roles.

  • Service Providers: Third parties who provide administrative support, IT services, or data processing on our behalf.

  • Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our legal rights.

We will never sell your personal data to third parties.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by legal obligations.

  • Candidate information: Typically retained for 36 months after the last interaction unless you request deletion.

  • Employer information: Retained for the duration of the business relationship.

You have the right to request deletion of your personal data at any time.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.

  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).

  • Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.

  • Data Portability: Request a transfer of your data to another organisation or to you.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

8. Security of Your Data

We take appropriate measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. This includes using secure systems, encryption, and limited access controls.

9. Cookies and Website Data

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyse website traffic. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website or communications may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing your personal data.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this page periodically for updates.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Kizuna Recruitment
Email: hello@kizunarecruitment.com
Phone: 01484 444560
Address: Kizuna Recruitment, Empire House, Huddersfield, HD7 5AL

We are committed to resolving any concerns promptly and transparently.