Privacy Policy
RecQuest Ltd (“RecQuest”, “we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you interact with us as a candidate, client, or website visitor.
Who we are
RecQuest Ltd
Registered in England & Wales
Registered Office: Office 3, 2 Park Court, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Premier Way, Romsey, SO51 9DH
What personal data we collect
We may collect and process personal data including:
name and contact details
CVs, employment history, qualifications, and experience
interview notes and assessments
correspondence with us
website usage data (via cookies)
How we collect data
We collect personal data from:
direct applications
job boards (including Indeed, Reed, CV Library, Totaljobs)
LinkedIn
referrals
email and messaging platforms (e.g. WhatsApp)
How we use your data
We use personal data to:
provide recruitment services
match candidates to suitable roles
communicate with candidates and clients
comply with legal and regulatory obligations
We do not use automated decision-making to make recruitment decisions.
Lawful basis for processing
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
Legitimate interests (providing recruitment services)
Consent, where required (for example, before sending your CV to a client)
You may withdraw consent at any time.
Sharing your data
Your data may be shared with:
clients where you have given consent to be represented
We do not sell personal data or share it with third-party suppliers for marketing purposes.
Data retention
We retain personal data for up to two years from the most recent interaction, unless:
you are placed in a role; or
you request deletion earlier
Data is securely deleted once retention periods expire.
AI usage
We may use AI tools to support drafting, research, and administrative tasks.
Where personal data is involved:
only approved tools are used; and
data is anonymised where possible
No automated decision-making is used.
Your rights
You have the right to:
access your personal data
request correction or deletion
object to processing
request restriction of processing
Requests can be made using the contact details below.
Contact
If you have questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
info@recquest.co.uk
Updates
This policy may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be published on our website.
Cookie Policy
This website uses cookies to improve your experience and to understand how visitors use our site.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and collect usage information.
Cookies we use
We use cookies for:
essential website functionality
website analytics and performance monitoring
We do not use cookies to:
track you across other websites; or
serve third-party advertising.
Managing cookies
You can:
accept or reject non-essential cookies via our cookie banner; and
manage cookies through your browser settings.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Changes to this policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time.
Candidate Terms of Engagement
These terms set out the basis on which RecQuest Ltd provides recruitment services to candidates.
Our service
RecQuest provides recruitment services to help candidates identify and secure suitable employment opportunities.
There is no charge to candidates for our services.
Representation and consent
By engaging with RecQuest, you agree that:
we may represent you to potential employers; and
we will seek your consent before submitting your CV to a specific client.
You may withdraw consent at any time.
Accuracy of information
You confirm that any information you provide to us is:
accurate; and
not misleading.
RecQuest relies on this information when representing you to clients.
Confidentiality
We will treat your information as confidential and handle it in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
No guarantee of employment
While we will use reasonable efforts to assist you, RecQuest does not guarantee:
interviews; or
job offers.
Withdrawal
You may ask us to:
stop representing you; or
delete your data
at any time by contacting us.
Liability
RecQuest is not responsible for:
decisions made by employers;
terms offered by employers; or
any loss arising from employment arrangements.
Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.