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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 2025

 

1. Who We Are

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JSDS Consulting (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a recruitment and executive search company. We partner with technology startups and scaling companies, to identify, assess, and place engineering, product, and leadership talent.

 

Our website address is: https://www.jsdsconsulting.com

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2. Scope of This Policy

 

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal information when you:

 

  • Visit or use our website;

  • Submit your resume, CV, or personal information through online forms;

  • Communicate with us by email, phone, or other channels;

  • Engage with us as a client, candidate, or business partner.

 

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and, where relevant, US data privacy standards for clients based in the United States.

 

3. Information We Collect

 

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

 

Candidates

  • Name, contact details, location, and employment history

  • Resume/CV and LinkedIn profile information

  • Skills, experience, and salary expectations

  • Notes from interviews and communications with our team

  • References or background check information (if applicable)

 

Clients

  • Company name, role title, and professional contact details

  • Project requirements and hiring needs

  • Communication records related to recruitment activity

 

Website Visitors

  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and usage analytics (via cookies or third-party analytics tools like Google Analytics)

  • Information submitted through website forms (e.g., “Hire Talent” or “Submit Resume/CV”)

 

4. How We Use Your Information

 

We use your personal data to:

  • Assess and match candidates with suitable job opportunities;

  • Provide recruitment and consulting services to clients;

  • Communicate with candidates and clients regarding ongoing or potential engagements;

  • Maintain records of placements and professional relationships;

  • Improve our website and services;

  • Comply with legal or regulatory obligations.

 

We do not sell your personal data to any third party.

 

5. Legal Basis for Processing

 

We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Legitimate Interest: To provide recruitment services to clients and candidates.

  • Contractual Necessity: To perform our obligations under a client or candidate agreement.

  • Consent: When you explicitly submit your information for consideration.

  • Legal Obligation: To comply with UK, EU, or US legal requirements.

 

6. How We Share Information

 

We may share limited information with:

 

  • Clients (startups or companies) when presenting candidates for roles;

  • Service providers (such as secure cloud hosting or CRM systems) who process data on our behalf;

  • Legal or regulatory bodies, if required by law.

 

All third-party processors are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.

 

7. International Data Transfers

 

As our clients are primarily based in the United States (Bay Area), we may transfer your personal data outside the UK.


When we do, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place—such as the UK’s International Data Transfer Agreement (IDTA) or Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)—to protect your information.

 

8. Data Retention

 

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

 

  • Candidate and client data: typically up to 5 years after last interaction.

  • Legal or contractual records: retained in accordance with statutory requirements.

 

You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 10).

 

9. Security

 

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access, including:

 

  • Encrypted data storage

  • Limited internal access controls

  • Secure password and authentication policies

 

10. Your Rights

 

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you;

  • Request correction or deletion of your data;

  • Object to or restrict our processing;

  • Request data portability;

  • Withdraw consent (where applicable).

 

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: privacy@jsdsconsulting.com

 

11. Cookies

 

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to understand user behaviour and improve website performance. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

 

12. Updates to This Policy

 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

 

13. Contact Us

 

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

 

JSDS Consulting
privacy@jsdsconsulting.com
https://www.jsdsconsulting.com

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