Privacy Statement
Last Updated: [May 2025]
Pathway Careers Ltd
Titanic Suites, 55-59 Adelaide Street,
Belfast, BT2 8FE
Email: hello@pathway-careers.com
Website: www.pathway-careers.com
Introduction
At Pathway Careers Ltd, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, and protect the personal data of our candidates, clients, and website users. We act as a data controller and comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
What Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Candidate Information: name, contact details, CV, employment history, education, references, identification documents, and other information relevant to job applications.
- Client Information: business name, contact names, job descriptions, and communication records.
- Website Data: IP addresses, browser types, usage data, and cookies for analytics and site improvement.
How We Use Your Information
We collect your data to:
- Match candidates with suitable job opportunities.
- Contact you about roles, applications, and interview arrangements.
- Provide recruitment services to our clients.
- Improve our website and user experience.
- Comply with legal or regulatory obligations.
Legal Bases for Processing
We process personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent – where you have given clear permission.
- Contract – to fulfil a contract or take steps before entering into one.
- Legal Obligation – to comply with the law.
- Legitimate Interests – for recruitment-related purposes that are not overridden by your rights.
How We Share Your Information
We may share your data with:
- Clients of Pathway Careers Ltd for recruitment purposes.
- Third-party service providers (e.g., IT or cloud hosting) under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal authorities where required by law.
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data.
Data Retention
We will retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as required by law. You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Your Rights below).
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or erasure of your data.
- Object to processing or request data portability.
- Withdraw consent (where applicable).
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk
To exercise your rights, please contact: hello@pathway-careers.com
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and collect website usage statistics. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this privacy statement from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.