Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Last updated: [23/7/2025]
B-R-Y Trades and Labour is a specialist recruitment agency offering skilled and industrial workforce solutions. To deliver these services, we collect and manage personal data — including sensitive information — and act as a Data Controller under current data protection legislation.
How We Collect Personal Data
You may provide personal data to us via:
Our website forms
Application forms
Email or phone communication
We may also collect your data from:
Job boards (e.g. Indeed, CV Library)
Social platforms (e.g. LinkedIn, Facebook)
Referees and previous employers
Recruitment software or tracking systems
All data is processed only when we have a lawful basis and is handled in line with this Privacy Notice.
How We Use Your Data
We collect and process your personal and sensitive data to provide recruitment services, including:
Matching you with job opportunities
Assessing your suitability for roles
Keeping accurate candidate records
Sharing your details with potential employers
Managing payroll and compliance
If you agree, we may send:
Job alerts
Company updates via email or SMS (you may ask to cancel that, at any time)
We may also process your data for:
Auditing
Legal compliance
Crime prevention
Legal Bases for Processing
We rely on:
Your explicit consent
Legitimate interests (e.g. efficient business operations)
Legal obligations (e.g. right to work checks)
Contractual necessity
Statutory and Contractual Requirements
We may be required by law or our clients to collect:
Proof of right to work
Tax information (e.g. NI number)
Criminal background or safeguarding data
If you fail to provide necessary data, we may be unable to offer our recruitment services.
Who We Share Your Data With
Employers/clients seeking workers
Previous employers for references
Payroll and payment processors
Other recruitment partners in the supply chain
What Data We Collect
Personal Data:
Name, address, contact details
National Insurance number
Nationality and right to work status
Date of birth
Employment history and qualifications
Sensitive Data:
Health information (e.g. disabilities)
Criminal conviction history
International Transfers
We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA) unless necessary. In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
Data Retention
We only retain your data as long as necessary:
Candidate records: at least 1 year from creation or last engagement
Payroll/tax records: as required by HMRC or UK tax law
Where processing is based on consent, we will refresh consent or delete your data if you withdraw consent.
Your Rights Under Data Protection Laws
You have the right to:
Be informed about how your data is used
Access the data we hold
Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
Request data deletion (in certain cases)
Restrict processing
Receive a copy of your data (portability)
Object to processing based on legitimate interest
Withdraw your consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at:
We may request ID to verify your identity or authority to act on behalf of someone else.
Your GDPR Rights Explained
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you are entitled to:
Right to Access: Know if and how we process your data
Right to Rectification: Fix inaccuracies
Right to Erasure: Request deletion in specific cases
Right to Restriction: Limit how your data is used
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a usable format
Right to Object: Say no to certain uses of your data
Rights related to Automated Decisions: Not be subject to fully automated decisions
Right to Withdraw Consent at any time
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to:
Personalize your experience
Enhance website performance
Analyze user behavior
You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings. Some features may be limited if cookies are disabled.
Data Analytics
We use third-party tools (e.g. Google Analytics) to collect non-identifiable data about:
Website usage
Visitor behavior
We do not link analytics data to individuals or use it to track personal behavior across platforms.
Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Our site does not respond to DNT signals due to a lack of industry standards. Learn more at internetcookies.com.
Advertising & Social Media Features
We may:
Allow third-party advertisers to display personalized ads
Use social media widgets (e.g., Facebook, LinkedIn) that may collect data
These tools follow the privacy policies of their respective platforms.
Information Security
We follow best practices to safeguard your personal data through:
Secure servers
Encryption and access controls
Regular monitoring and restricted access
In the Event of a Data Breach
If a breach occurs that poses a risk to your data, we will:
Notify you promptly
Alert the appropriate authorities as required
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted here with an updated date. Continued use of our services indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Information
B-R-Y Trades and Labour
📧 Email: jordan@brytrades.com
