Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [01/03/2025]

1. Introduction

TL Recruit Limited ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all individuals we work with — whether you're a candidate, client, or website visitor. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

We are registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) under registration number 00010178581.

2. Who We Are

TL Recruit Limited is a UK-based recruitment company specialising in the placement of permanent, contract and interim basis finance professionals into businesses across a range of industries and geographies. We operate as a data controller when processing your personal data for recruitment services.

3. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of data depending on your relationship with us:

  • Identity data: name, date of birth, nationality, right-to-work documents

  • Contact data: phone number, email address, postal address

  • Professional data: CVs, employment history, qualifications, interview notes

  • Financial data: bank details for payment (contractors only)

  • Technical data: IP address, device/browser info, usage on our website

  • Special category data: diversity or health data (only with explicit consent)

4. How We Collect Your Data

We collect your data when you:

  • Submit your CV or apply for roles via our website or job boards

  • Communicate with us via email, phone, LinkedIn, or in meetings

  • Interact with our website (e.g. forms, cookies)

  • Are referred to us by a third party or referee

We may also collect data from publicly available sources such as LinkedIn.

5. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to:

  • Match you to suitable job opportunities

  • Share your profile with relevant clients (with your permission)

  • Process placements, payments (if contracting), or reference checks

  • Send you relevant insights, updates or opportunities

  • Meet our legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell or share your data for marketing purposes with third parties.

6. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – when you opt into receiving communications

  • Contract – for fulfilling recruitment services

  • Legal obligation – compliance with employment and tax laws

  • Legitimate interest – improving our services and placing candidates

7. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or until you request deletion. If you’ve worked with us before, we may retain your profile to support future placements — but you can request removal at any time.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Object to certain types of processing

  • File a complaint with the ICO at ico.org.uk

To exercise any of these rights, contact: info@tlrecruit.com

9. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from loss, misuse, and unauthorised access. Only authorised individuals have access to your data.

10. Cookies

We use basic cookies to improve website functionality and gather anonymous analytics. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will always be available on our website.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or your data, contact:
📧 info@tlrecruit.com
📍 TL Recruit Limited, 3rd Floor, 86-90 Paul Street, London, EC2A 4NE