Privacy Policy
2.1 Introduction
Recruit Assist Limited respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information in accordance with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
2.2 Data Controller
Recruit Assist Limited
The Townhouse, 114–116 Fore Street, Hertford, England, SG14 1AJ
Email: info@recruitassist.co.uk
Telephone: 01992272654
2.3 Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
Contact details (name, email, phone number)
Employment history, CVs, and references
Identification documents (e.g., driving licence, right-to-work documents)
Financial and payroll details (for temporary assignments)
Communications and correspondence with us
2.4 How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
Match candidates with suitable job opportunities
Manage applications and placements
Communicate with clients and candidates
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Improve our recruitment services
2.5 Legal Bases for Processing
We process data under the following lawful bases:
Consent (where you have agreed to us holding your data)
Contract (to provide recruitment services)
Legal obligation (e.g., right-to-work checks)
Legitimate interest (to operate and improve our business)
2.6 Data Sharing
We may share your information with:
Clients seeking staff
Payroll and accounting providers
Legal, compliance, and IT service providers
We will never sell your personal data.
2.7 Data Retention
We retain candidate and client data for up to 6 years after last contact, unless required by law to retain it longer.
2.8 Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Withdraw consent at any time
Object to or restrict processing
Request data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@recruitassist.co.uk
2.9 Complaints
If you have concerns about our data handling, you can contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk