Consent

I agree that my personal data may be recorded on Big Pond Solutions’ database and may be processed for the purposes of providing recruitment services as detailed in the Companies’ foundation documents in accordance with the GDPR regulations which come into place on 25th May 2018 on the protection of personal data. I acknowledge that my personal data is voluntarily disclosed and that I am authorised to access and amend it at all times. I further agree that Big Pond may process my personal data for marketing and statistical purposes.

​

 

I have read and accept the Data Privacy Policy and consent to receiving information from Big Pond Solutions.

​

Introduction

This policy sets out the different areas where user privacy is concerned and outlines the obligations & requirements of the users, the website and website owners. Furthermore, the way this website processes, stores and protects user data and information will also be detailed within this policy.

​

The website

This website and its owners take a proactive approach to user privacy and ensure the necessary steps are taken to protect the privacy of its users throughout their visiting experience. This website complies with all UK national laws and requirements for user privacy.

​

Use of cookies

What are cookies?

Cookies are small files saved to the user’s computer’s hard drive that track, save and store information about the user’s interactions and usage of the website. This allows the website, through its server to provide the users with a tailored experience within this website.

 

What do we use cookies for?

We may use cookies to remember personal settings you have chosen at our website. In no other context do we use cookies to collect information that identifies you personally. Most of the cookies we set are automatically deleted from your computer when you leave our website or shortly afterwards.

​

We use anonymous session cookies (short-term cookies that disappear when you close your browser) to help you navigate the website and make the most of the features. If you log onto the website, application or a course as a registered user, your session cookie will also contain your user ID so that we can check which services you are allowed to access.

​

This website uses tracking software to monitor its visitors to better understand how they use it. This software is provided by Google Analytics which uses cookies to track visitor usage. The software will save a cookie to your computer’s hard drive in order to track and monitor your engagement and usage of the website, but will not store, save or collect personal information.

Should users wish to deny the use and saving of cookies from this website onto their computers hard drive, they should take necessary steps within their web browser’s security settings to block all cookies from this website and its external serving vendors.

​

Personal information

Whilst using our website, software applications or services, you may be required to provide personal information (name, address, email, CV, etc.). We will use this information to administer our website, applications, client databases and marketing material. We will ensure that all personal information supplied is held securely in accordance with the GDPR regulations which come into place on 25th May 2018. Furthermore, by providing telephone and email details, you consent to Big Pond Solutions contacting you using that method. You have the right at any time to request a copy of the personal information we hold on you. Should you wish to receive a copy of this, or would like to be removed from our database, please contact us at europe@bigpondsolutions.com

​

Information collection and use:

How do we collect information?

 

Big Pond Solutions collects information in two possible ways:

​

1. When you give it to us directly (“Directly Provided Data”)
When you send us your CV, apply for a role, request our services or communicate with us, you may choose to voluntarily give us certain information – for example, by filling in text boxes or completing registration forms. All this information requires a direct action by you at that time in order for us to receive it.

​

2. When you give us permission to obtain from other records (“User Authorised Data”)
Depending on your settings or the privacy policies for other online services, you may give us permission to obtain information from your records with those other services. For example, this can be via social media or by choosing to send us your location data when accessing our website from your smartphone.

 

How long do we keep your data for?

Big Pond Solutions will not retain your personal information longer than necessary. We will hold onto the information you provide either while your records are in existence, or as needed to be able to provide the Services to you, or (in the case of any contact you may have with our team) for as long as is necessary to provide support-related reporting and trend analysis only.

​

If legally required or if it is reasonably necessary to meet regulatory requirements, resolve disputes, prevent fraud and abuse, report to HMRC or enforce our Terms and Conditions, we may also retain some of your information for a limited period of time as required, even after you have closed your records or it is no longer needed to provide the Services to you.

​

Registering with us

Big Pond Solutions will not sell or rent your personally identifiable information, gathered as a result of registering your details with us, to anyone.

Choosing how we use your data:
We understand that you trust us with your personal information and we are committed to ensuring you can manage the privacy and security of your personal information yourself.
With respect to the information relating to you that ends up in our possession and recognising that it is your choice to provide us with your personally identifiable information, we commit to giving you the ability to do all of the following:

​

• You can verify and/or request details you have submitted to Big Pond Solutions by contacting us at europe@bigpondsolutions.com . Our security procedures mean that we may request proof of identity before we reveal information, including your e-mail address and possibly your address.

​

• You can also contact us by the same method to change, correct, or delete your personal information controlled by Big Pond Solutions regarding your profile at any time. Please note though that, if you have shared any information with others through online/digital channels, that information may remain visible, even if your records are deleted.
  Please note that we are constantly reviewing how we process and protect data. Therefore, changes to our policy may occur at any time. We will endeavor to publicise any changes.



​