PRIVACY POLICIES, SITE & COOKIES POLICIES
As the world's boutique Data & AI recruitment and international expansion advisory firm, we take your data privacy seriously.
PRIVACY POLICY
Introduction
Bateman Fox Limited (“Bateman Fox”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information.
1. Who We Are
Bateman Fox is a recruitment agency and business, as defined in the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. We collect personal data from individuals to facilitate permanent and temporary recruitment and related business activities.
2. Personal Data We Collect
We collect personal data about:
- Prospective and placed candidates
- Prospective and live clients
- Supplier contacts
- Our employees, consultants, and temporary workers
This data may include, but is not limited to, your name, address, email, phone number, financial information, compliance documentation, right to work, curriculum vitae, photograph, and social media profiles (e.g. LinkedIn). We may also collect sensitive personal data, such as racial or ethnic origin, health data, or data concerning your sex life or sexual orientation.
3. How We Collect Your Data
We collect personal data in the following ways:
- When you visit our website or correspond with us via phone, email, or SMS
- When you register as a candidate or subscribe to receive job alerts
- When you apply for jobs or refer colleagues
- When you interact with us through social media or participate in events we organise
We may also obtain data from third-party sources, such as LinkedIn, corporate websites, job boards, and personal recommendations.
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data to:
- Fulfil our recruitment obligations and provide the services you request
- Keep you informed about job opportunities relevant to your career or organisation
- Support your career development and our clients’ resourcing needs
Our legal basis for processing personal data includes legitimate interests, contractual obligations, and, where necessary, consent.
5. Data Sharing
We may share your data with:
- Clients, for the purpose of introducing you for roles
- Candidates, to discuss job opportunities
- Service providers, including marketing and IT support
- Analytics and search engine providers
We may also share your personal data in the event of a business sale or to comply with legal obligations.
6. International Transfers
Your personal data may be transferred and stored outside the European Economic Area (EEA) for the purpose of recruitment services. By providing your data, you consent to this transfer. We will take all necessary steps to ensure your data is secure.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services and meet legal, accounting, and regulatory requirements. We regularly check that the data we hold is accurate and may archive or pseudonymise your data to ensure compliance with your rights.
8. Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction or erasure of your data
- Object to or restrict data processing
- Request the transfer of your data to another party
- Withdraw your consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@batemanfox.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) via https://ico.org.uk/concerns/.
9. Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, disclosure, or loss. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed as fully secure. You share your data at your own risk.
10. Changes to this Privacy Policy
Bateman Fox reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Please review this page periodically to stay informed of any changes. Your continued use of our services after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@batemanfox.com.
SITE POLICY
Introduction
This site is owned and operated by Bateman Fox Limited (“Bateman Fox”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). By using this website, you agree to comply with the following terms and conditions of use. Please read these terms carefully before accessing or using our website.
1. Use of the Site
By accessing or using this website, you agree to use the site for lawful purposes only. You may not use the site in a manner that violates any local, national, or international law or regulation, infringes upon the rights of others, or in any way harms the website or its users. Bateman Fox reserves the right to restrict or terminate your access if you violate these terms.
2. Intellectual Property
All content on this site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, software, and audiovisual material, is the intellectual property of Bateman Fox or its licensors unless otherwise stated. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content from this site without prior written permission from Bateman Fox, except for personal, non-commercial use.
3. Accuracy of Information
Bateman Fox endeavours to ensure that the information provided on this website is accurate and up-to-date. However, we do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on the site. The content is provided for general informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice.
4. Links to Third-Party Sites
This website may contain links to third-party websites. Bateman Fox has no control over the content or privacy practices of such websites and does not endorse or accept responsibility for any third-party site linked to or from our site. Use of such third-party websites is at your own risk.
5. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Bateman Fox shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your access to, or use of, this website. This includes damages caused by viruses, bugs, or any other technological issues resulting from the use of the site.
6. Privacy
Your use of this site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and store your personal information. By using this website, you consent to our Privacy Policy.
7. Modifications to the Terms of Use
Bateman Fox reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. You should review this page periodically to stay informed of any changes. Your continued use of the site after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
8. Governing Law
These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from your use of the website will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Site Policy, please contact us at info@batemanfox.com.
COOKIES POLICY
Introduction
Bateman Fox Limited (“Bateman Fox”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies on this website to enhance your browsing experience, analyse website traffic, and tailor content and advertisements. This Cookies Policy provides information about how and why we use cookies and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and store certain information about your preferences or actions to improve your user experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They allow you to navigate the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect anonymous information about how visitors use the website, such as which pages are most frequently visited and any errors encountered. This helps us improve the performance and usability of the site.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies remember your preferences and customise your experience, such as remembering your language settings or your previous job searches.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies track your browsing habits to display relevant advertisements based on your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an ad and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website may be placed by third-party services, such as analytics providers or advertising partners. These third parties may use cookies to track your browsing activity across different websites to deliver personalised advertisements.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You have the right to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, please note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality and performance of the website.
To manage cookies in your browser, follow the instructions for your browser type:
- Google Chrome: Manage cookies in Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox: Enable and disable cookies in Firefox
- Safari: Manage cookies and website data in Safari
- Microsoft Edge: Delete and manage cookies in Microsoft Edge
5. Changes to this Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. Please revisit this page periodically to stay informed about any updates. Your continued use of our website constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookies Policy.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us at info@batemanfox.com.