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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 01 January 2025

Welcome to Skill Force (“we”, “us”, “our”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website (skillforce.uk) or use our recruitment services. By using our website or providing us with your personal information, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

 

1. Who We Are

Skill Force is an international recruitment agency based in the United Kingdom. We help organisations source talent worldwide and assist candidates in securing employment opportunities across industries.

 

2. What Personal Data We Collect

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

  • Contact information: Name, address, email address, phone number.

  • Identity details: Date of birth, gender, nationality, passport/ID (where required).

  • Employment information: CVs, work history, qualifications, references, salary expectations, work permit/visa status.

  • Communications: Emails, phone calls, or messages exchanged with us.

  • Website usage: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies.

  • Other information: Any details you voluntarily provide, such as LinkedIn profiles or portfolios.

 

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your data to:

  • Match candidates with suitable job opportunities.

  • Share candidate information with employers.

  • Respond to enquiries and communicate about applications.

  • Manage records, invoices, and compliance requirements.

  • Improve our website, services, and user experience.

  • Send job alerts or marketing updates (only with your consent).

  • Comply with legal obligations (e.g., right-to-work, immigration checks).

 

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Consent (e.g., for marketing communications).

  • Contractual necessity (providing recruitment services to you).

  • Legal obligation (compliance with immigration or employment laws).

  • Legitimate interests (improving services, preventing fraud, ensuring security).

 

5. Disclosure of Your Personal Data

We may share your information with:

  • Employers and prospective employers.

  • Third-party service providers (e.g., IT, hosting, background checks).

  • Regulatory or law enforcement authorities, where legally required.

  • Other third parties, with your explicit consent.

 

6. International Transfers

As we operate internationally, your data may be transferred outside the UK/EEA. We will ensure appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) are in place to protect your information.

 

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary:

  • While applications are active or employment is ongoing.

  • For legal, tax, or regulatory purposes.

  • For marketing communications until you withdraw consent.

 

8. Cookies

We use cookies to improve website performance, analyse usage, and enhance your experience. You can manage cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work properly without them.

 

9. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the right to:

  • Access the data we hold about you.

  • Request correction of inaccurate data.

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

  • Restrict or object to processing.

  • Request transfer of your data (data portability).

  • Withdraw consent at any time (where consent applies).

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

 

10. Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

 

11. Children

Our services are not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect their data. If you believe we have, please contact us to have it deleted.

 

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and the “Last updated” date will reflect the latest version.

 

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we process your personal data, please contact us:

Skill Force
Suite 101 Citygate House Business Center
Romford Road
London, E7 9H
United Kingdom

📞 Call Us: 0207 096 1213
📧 Email: contact@skillforce.uk