Privacy Policy

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 Privacy Policy

Alter Fidus ltd is a recruitment firm dedicated to helping individuals find roles in the private equity, fund administration, family office and alternative investment space. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data in accordance with UK data protection laws.

1. Collection and Use of Personal Data

a. Purpose and Legal Basis
Alter Fidus collects and processes personal information to assess your suitability for current and future job opportunities and to provide our recruitment services. We process your data based on legitimate interest as outlined in Article 6(1)(f) of the UK GDPR.

b. Types of Data We Collect
We may collect the following information:

• Name, contact details (email and phone number)
• Job title and employment history
• Education and qualifications
• Industry expertise and professional skills

This data may be collected via your CV, job boards, LinkedIn, professional referrals, or directly from you.
 

c. Who Receives Your Data
Your personal information will not be shared with any clients unless you have explicitly given us consent to do so.

2. IP Addresses and Cookies

We collect information about your device, including your IP address, operating system, and browser type, for system administration and analytical purposes. This helps us understand trends and improve the performance of our website.

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website by providing personalised content. Cookies may store information about your browsing habits, but they do not identify you personally unless you provide us with personal information, such as your name. You can manage cookie settings through your browser settings or refer to our Cookie Policy for more details.

If your device is shared with others, we recommend not using the "remember my details" option when logging in.

3. Third-Party Data Sharing and Transfers

We may share your data with third-party suppliers or contractors who support our services. However, your data will always remain under our control, and we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect it.

International Data Transfers
Your personal information may be transferred and processed outside the UK or EU, such as in the US. In such cases, we will ensure that appropriate protections are in place to safeguard your privacy.

4. Data Security

While we strive to protect your personal data, please be aware that no data transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We implement strict operational procedures and robust security measures to prevent unauthorised access or loss of your information. Any data transmission is done at your own risk.

5. Your Rights

Under UK data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to access – You can request a copy of your personal information and information on how it is processed.
   
• Right to correct – If any of your data is incorrect or incomplete, you can request that it be updated.
   
• Right to be forgotten – You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to any legal obligations we may have to retain it.
   
• Right to data portability – You can request an electronic copy of your data or transfer it to another service provider.
   
• Right to object – You can object to the processing of your data or restrict how it is processed.
   

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@alterfidus.com. We aim to respond within 28 days.

If you're not satisfied with our response, you can lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

6. Marketing Communications

We will only send marketing communications to you via email or other channels if you have given us explicit consent to do so. You can opt-out of receiving such communications at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email or by contacting us at privacy@alterfidus.com.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be communicated through notices on our website or directly to you through other communication channels.

Cookie Policy

Alter Fidus uses cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us provide better functionality and personalise content based on your preferences.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of our website.