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Privacy Policy

How we protect and use your personal information

Last Updated: March 17, 2026

1. Introduction

Swift Staffing Ltd ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website swiftstaffing.co.uk or use our recruitment services.

Our Commitment: We are a UK-based recruitment agency registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), Data Protection Act 2018, and all applicable data protection laws.

This policy applies to:

  • Candidates: Individuals seeking employment through our services
  • Clients: Organisations using our recruitment services
  • Website Visitors: Anyone visiting our website
  • Other Contacts: Suppliers, partners, and other stakeholders
Key Definitions
Personal Data
Any information relating to an identifiable person who can be directly or indirectly identified.
Processing
Any operation performed on personal data, including collection, storage, use, and deletion.
Data Controller
Swift Staffing Ltd determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.
Data Subject
The individual to whom the personal data relates.

2. Data We Collect

We collect different types of information depending on your relationship with us:

From Candidates
  • Contact Information: Name, address, email, phone number
  • Professional Information: CV/resume, employment history, education, skills, qualifications
  • Identity Information: Date of birth, right-to-work documentation, National Insurance number
  • Financial Information: Bank details (for payment processing), salary expectations
  • Sensitive Information: Disability information (for reasonable adjustments), criminal record information (with consent)
From Clients
  • Business Information: Company name, address, contact details
  • Contact Person Details: Name, position, email, phone number
  • Business Requirements: Job descriptions, hiring needs, company culture information
Automatically Collected Data
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, referral sources
  • Cookies: See our Cookie section for details

Important: We only collect personal data that is necessary for providing our recruitment services. We do not collect excessive or irrelevant information.

3. How We Use Your Data

We process your personal data based on one or more lawful bases as defined by UK GDPR:

Purpose Data Used Lawful Basis
Candidate placement Contact details, CV, employment history Contractual necessity, legitimate interest
Client service delivery Business details, contact information Contractual necessity
Compliance checks Identity documents, right-to-work Legal obligation
Marketing communications Email address, preferences Consent, legitimate interest
Website analytics Usage data, cookies Legitimate interest
Payment processing Bank details, invoice information Contractual necessity
Legitimate Interests

Where we rely on legitimate interests, our interests include:

  • Providing recruitment services to connect candidates with employers
  • Improving our website and services
  • Preventing fraud and ensuring security
  • Marketing relevant services to existing clients
  • Maintaining business records for regulatory compliance

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share your personal data with third parties only when necessary and with appropriate safeguards:

With Clients (Employers)
  • Candidate CVs and profiles for job applications
  • Verification of qualifications and experience
  • Only with explicit candidate consent for specific roles
Service Providers
  • IT Providers: Hosting, maintenance, security
  • Background Check Services: DBS, reference checking
  • Payment Processors: For payroll and invoicing
  • Marketing Platforms: Email marketing services
Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

  • Court orders or legal proceedings
  • Government or regulatory requests
  • Investigation of potential violations
  • Protection of rights, property, or safety

Data Processing Agreements: All third parties who process data on our behalf sign strict data processing agreements and implement appropriate security measures.

5. Data Security

We implement robust technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data:

Technical Security

Encryption, secure servers, firewalls, regular security updates

Access Controls

Role-based access, strong authentication, audit logging

Data Handling

Secure data transfer, encrypted backups, secure disposal

Staff Training

Regular data protection training, confidentiality agreements

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Candidate data: 2 years after last contact (or as required by law)
  • Client data: 7 years for financial records, 2 years for general contact
  • Successful placements: 7 years for payroll and compliance records
  • Marketing contacts: Until consent is withdrawn

Retention Review: We regularly review retention periods and securely delete data that is no longer needed.

6. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the following rights:

Right to Access

Request copies of your personal data (Subject Access Request)

Right to Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data (with limitations)

Right to Restrict

Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

Right to Data Portability

Request transfer of your data to another organisation

Right to Object

Object to processing based on legitimate interests

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 9. We will respond within one month (with possible extension for complex requests).

Important: Some rights may be limited if we have legal obligations or legitimate interests that override your request. We will explain any refusal in writing.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality:

  • Session management
  • Security features
  • Load balancing
Analytical Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our website:

  • Google Analytics (anonymous usage data)
  • Heat mapping tools
  • Performance monitoring
Marketing Cookies

Used for advertising and retargeting (with consent):

  • Social media pixels
  • Advertising platforms
  • Remarketing tags

Cookie Control: You can manage cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner. Most browsers also allow you to control cookies through their settings.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes:

  • We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
  • For significant changes, we may notify you by email or website notice
  • We encourage you to review this policy periodically

Previous versions of this policy are available upon request.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices:

Data Protection Officer

Email: privacy@swiftstaffing.co.uk

Phone: +44 1773 442061

Address: Swift Staffing Ltd, UK

Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK supervisory authority:

Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF
Website: ico.org.uk
Helpline: 0303 123 1113

This Privacy Policy was last updated on March 17, 2026