Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
Last updated: 10/01/2026
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Jack Finch T/A Finch Talent Solutions (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you visit finchtalent.com or interact with us.
We operate in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Who We Are
Jack Finch T/A Finch Talent Solutions is a UK-based recruitment consultancy operating across engineering, technical services, facilities management, fire & security and the built environment.
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Data Controller: Jack Finch
Website: finchtalent.com
Email: jack@finchtalent.com
What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
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a) Website users
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Name, email address, phone number (where submitted via forms)
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IP address and basic usage data
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Messages sent via contact forms
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b) Candidates
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CVs, employment history, qualifications, and skills
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Contact details (email, phone, address)
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Salary expectations and availability
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Right-to-work status (where required)
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Notes from interviews or conversations
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References (where provided)
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c) Clients and business contacts
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Names, job titles, company details
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Contact information
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Communications and commercial discussion
We do not intentionally collect special category data unless it is required for a legitimate recruitment purpose and explicitly provided.​
How We Use Your Data
We use personal data for legitimate recruitment and business purposes, including:
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Providing recruitment and talent advisory services
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Assessing suitability for roles
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Introducing candidates to prospective employers (with consent)
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Managing client relationships
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Responding to enquiries
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Improving our website and services
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Legal, regulatory, and compliance purposes
We do not sell personal data.
Lawful Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
Consent – where you have clearly agreed
Legitimate interests – recruitment and business operations
Contractual necessity – where data is required to fulfil an agreement
Legal obligation – compliance with UK law
Sharing Your Data
We may share personal data with:​
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Client organisations (only where relevant and appropriate)
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Trusted third-party service providers (e.g. CRM systems, email platforms)
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Legal or regulatory bodies where required by law
All third parties are required to handle data securely and lawfully.
International Data Transfers
Where data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including standard contractual clauses or equivalent protections.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
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Candidate data: typically up to 24 months from last meaningful contact
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Client data: for the duration of the business relationship and reasonable thereafter
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Website enquiries: as long as required to deal with the enquiry
You may request deletion at any time (see Section "Your Rights").
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. Access to personal data is restricted to those who need it for legitimate business purposes.
Data Security
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate data
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Request deletion of your data
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Object to or restrict processing
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Withdraw consent at any time
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Request data portability
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Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
To exercise your rights, contact us at: jack@finchtalent.com
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and understand site usage. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. A separate Cookie Policy may apply.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.