Privacy policy.

Last updated: March 2025

Launchpad Recruitment Ltd ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Launchpad Recruitment Ltd is a recruitment agency providing work-finding services to clients and candidates.

Company Registration Number: 16168123
Registered Office: 14 Yellow House Lane, Southport, England, PR8 1ER
Email: contact@launchpadrecruitment.com

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

From candidates:

  • Name, address, and contact details

  • CVs, employment history, education, qualifications

  • Right to work documentation (e.g. passport, visa)

  • References and background check details

  • Financial details (e.g. bank account information for payroll, where applicable)

  • Job preferences and interview notes

From clients:

  • Business contact information

  • Job specifications and feedback

  • Payment and invoicing details

3. How We Collect Data

We collect data in the following ways:

  • Directly from you (e.g. when you apply for a job or contact us)

  • From job boards or CV databases you’ve registered with

  • Through our website, LinkedIn, or other social media platforms

  • From third-party referrals or references

4. Why We Process Your Data

We process your personal data to:

  • Provide recruitment services and match candidates with job opportunities

  • Communicate with you about roles or candidate availability

  • Manage our business operations (e.g. payroll, contracts, invoicing)

  • Meet legal or regulatory obligations (e.g. right to work checks)

Our lawful bases for processing include:

  • Consent – where you’ve given us clear permission to process your data

  • Legitimate interest – to provide and improve our recruitment services

  • Legal obligation – for compliance with employment or tax laws

5. Data Sharing

We may share your personal data with:

  • Prospective employers or candidates

  • Third-party service providers (e.g. payroll processors, IT support)

  • Regulatory bodies or law enforcement where required

We will never sell your data to third parties.

6. Data Retention

We retain candidate data for up to 6 years from last meaningful contact unless you request otherwise. Client data is retained for as long as the business relationship exists or for statutory periods required by law.

7. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict how we process your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

  • To exercise any of these rights, email us at contact@launchpadrecruitment.com

8. Security

We take appropriate measures to ensure your data is kept secure, including password protection, data encryption, and secure storage systems.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website or upon request.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle personal data, please contact us at: contact@launchpadrecruitment.com