Privacy Policy
Raymit Recruitment Ltd
Last updated: 2 May 2025
1. Who We Are
Raymit Recruitment Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) is a recruitment agency registered in the United Kingdom. We provide professional recruitment and staffing services to individuals and businesses. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly and transparently, in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Contact Details
Data Controller: Raymit Recruitment Ltd
Email: info@raymitrecruitment.co.uk
3. What Data We Collect
We collect personal data necessary to provide our recruitment services.
For candidates:
Name, address, email, phone number
CV and employment history
Education and qualifications
Right to work documents
References and background checks (if applicable)
Salary expectations and preferences
For clients:
Contact names and business details
Job descriptions and recruitment needs
Contract and payment information
From website visitors:
IP address, browser type, and general site usage data (via cookies)
4. How We Collect Your Data
We may collect your data directly from you, through job applications, email, phone conversations, job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, or through our website. We also collect information from publicly available sources where appropriate.
5. Why We Use Your Data (Legal Basis)
We use your data for the following reasons:
To provide recruitment and staffing services (legitimate interest and/or contract)
To verify your identity and right to work (legal obligation)
To communicate with you about job opportunities or vacancies (legitimate interest)
To send occasional marketing emails (with your consent)
To improve our website and services (legitimate interest)
6. Who We Share Your Data With
We may share your data with:
Employers and hiring managers (with your permission)
Background check and verification providers (where lawful)
IT systems and software providers who support our operations
Legal or government authorities where required by law
All third parties are required to comply with UK data protection laws and safeguard your data.
7. International Transfers
We primarily store and process your data within the UK or EEA. If we transfer your data outside this region, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as data protection agreements.
8. How Long We Keep Your Data
We only keep your data for as long as necessary:
Candidate data: up to 2 years after your last contact with us
Client data: up to 6 years for financial and contractual records
Financial records: up to 6 years (as required by HMRC)
You can request deletion of your data at any time, unless we are legally required to retain it.
9. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct or update your data
Request erasure of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
Object to or restrict certain types of processing
Withdraw your consent (where we rely on it)
Request your data in a portable format
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (www.ico.org.uk)
10. Cookies and Website Use
We use essential cookies to make our website work and may use analytics to improve your experience. By using our site, you consent to our cookie use. You can manage cookie settings in your browser. For full details, please refer to our separate Cookie Policy.
11. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure. This includes secure servers, encrypted data where appropriate, and access controls.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and where appropriate, notified to you directly.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Email: info@raymitrecruitment.co.uk