
Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy applies between you, the user of this Website, and Trébol Recruitment Limited ("we", "us", or "our"), the owner and operator of this Website. Trébol Recruitment Limited is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in a transparent and secure manner.
This Privacy Policy should be read alongside our Terms and Conditions.
1. Definitions
Data
All information that you submit to Trébol Recruitment Limited via the Website or otherwise provide to us, including personal data as defined under applicable data protection laws.
Cookies
Small text files placed on your device when you visit certain parts of the Website. Further details are set out in the Cookies section below.
Data Protection Laws
All applicable laws relating to the processing of personal data, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Irish Data Protection Acts 1988–2018.
User / You
Any person who accesses or uses this Website or our recruitment services.
Website
The website operated by Trébol Recruitment Limited and any associated subdomains.
2. Data Controller
For the purposes of Data Protection Laws, Trébol Recruitment Limited is the Data Controller. Trébol Recruitment Limited is incorporated in Ireland under company number 801722.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, you can contact us at:
Email: contact@trebolrecruitment.com
3. Scope of This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy applies only to the actions of Trébol Recruitment Limited and users with respect to this Website and our recruitment services. It does not extend to external websites linked from this Website.
4. Data We May Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
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Name
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Email address
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Telephone number
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LinkedIn profile or other professional profiles
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Curriculum vitae (CV) and any personal data contained within it
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Employment history, qualifications, skills, and career preferences
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Communications between you and us
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IP address, browser type, operating system, and website usage data (collected automatically)
We only collect data that is relevant and necessary for recruitment purposes.
5. How We Collect Your Data
We collect data in the following ways:
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When you contact us via the Website, email, phone, or social media
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When you submit your CV or personal details to us
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From publicly available professional platforms such as LinkedIn
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From referrals or recommendations
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Automatically through cookies and analytics when you visit our Website
6. How We Use Your Data
We may use your data for the following purposes:
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To assess your suitability for current or future roles
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To introduce you to prospective employers (with your knowledge or consent)
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To manage our relationship with you
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To communicate with you about opportunities, interviews, or updates
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To improve our Website and services
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To meet legal or regulatory obligations
7. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data on one or more of the following legal bases:
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Legitimate interests – for recruitment activities and business operations
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Consent – where required, particularly for sharing your details with employers
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Contractual necessity – where processing is needed to provide recruitment services
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Legal obligation – where required by law
You may withdraw your consent at any time.
8. Sharing Your Data
We may share your data with:
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Prospective employers, including those located outside Ireland or the EEA (only where relevant and appropriate)
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Service providers who support our business operations (e.g. website hosting, email services)
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Professional advisers or authorities where legally required
We do not sell your personal data.
9. International Data Transfers
As we operate in offshore and international recruitment, your data may be transferred to employers or service providers located outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with GDPR, such as contractual protections or your explicit consent.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for recruitment purposes or as required by law. Typically, candidate data is retained for up to 24 months, unless you request deletion sooner.
11. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data, including:
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Secure, password-protected systems
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Restricted access to personal data
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Reputable third-party service providers
If you believe your data has been misused or compromised, please contact us immediately.
12. Your Rights
Under Data Protection Laws, you have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
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Request erasure of your data
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Restrict or object to processing
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Request data portability
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Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@trebolrecruitment.com.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (Ireland).
13. Cookies
This Website uses cookies to:
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Ensure the Website functions properly
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Analyse website traffic and usage
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Improve user experience
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some Website features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or our practices. Any updates will be posted on this Website.
Your continued use of the Website indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
Trébol Recruitment Limited
Email: contact@trebolrecruitment.com