Privacy Policy
Method Recruitment Group Ltd
Effective date: 01/01/2026
1. Introduction
Method Recruitment Group Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you:
Register as a candidate
Submit your CV
Apply for job opportunities
Communicate with us
Visit our website
We comply with:
UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
Data Protection Act 2018
2. Who We Are
Company name: Method Recruitment Group Ltd
Registered address:
Method Recruitment Group Ltd
1711 High Street
Knowle
Solihull
B93 0LN
Email: info@methodrecruitment.co.uk
ICO registration number: ZC070763
We operate as an employment agency, introducing candidates to employers for permanent employment.
3. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
a) Identity & Contact Information
Full name
Address
Email address
Telephone number
b) Professional Information
CVs and application details
Employment history
Qualifications and certifications
Skills, experience, and salary expectations
References (where provided)
c) Legal & Compliance Information
Right to work status
Nationality or immigration status (where legally required)
d) Technical Data
IP address
Browser type and version
Device and usage data
Cookies and similar technologies
4. How We Collect Your Data
We collect personal data when:
You submit details directly to us
You apply via our website or job boards
You communicate with us by phone, email, or messaging
Third parties (such as referees) provide information with your consent
5. How We Use Your Data
We use personal data to:
Assess suitability for permanent job opportunities
Introduce candidates to prospective employers
Communicate regarding roles, interviews, and offers
Verify information provided
Meet legal and regulatory obligations
Improve our recruitment services
6. Lawful Basis for Processing
We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
Consent – where required for specific processing such as marketing
Legitimate interests – to operate our recruitment services
Legal obligation – where required by law
Contractual necessity – to take steps at your request prior to employment
7. Sharing Your Personal Data
We may share your personal data with:
Prospective employers (with your consent, implied consent, or other lawful basis)
Recruitment platforms and job boards
IT, CRM, and software service providers
Professional advisers (legal, compliance, or regulatory)
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil recruitment purposes and to comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.
Candidate data is managed as follows:
Active candidates:
Where we are actively engaged with a candidate (including ongoing communication, applications, interviews, or recently confirmed consent), personal data will be retained for as long as the candidate remains active.
Inactive candidates:
Where a candidate has had no meaningful engagement with us for a period of time, their data will be reviewed periodically to determine whether it remains necessary for recruitment purposes.
Retention reviews:
As a general guideline, candidate records are reviewed after 24 months of inactivity. Following review, data will be:
securely deleted, anonymised, or
retained where a lawful basis exists (for example renewed consent, ongoing legitimate interest, or anticipated recruitment activity).
Candidates may be contacted periodically to confirm whether they wish us to continue retaining and processing their personal data.
We will securely delete or anonymise personal data where:
it is no longer required for recruitment purposes,
consent is withdrawn (where consent is the lawful basis), or
a valid request for erasure is received,
unless we are legally required or permitted to retain the data.
9. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Request deletion of your data
Restrict or object to processing
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
ICO website: https://ico.org.uk
10. Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
Improve website functionality
Analyse website traffic and usage
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
A separate Cookie Policy may apply.
11. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard personal data, including:
Secure systems and password protection
Restricted access to personal data
Secure storage and handling procedures
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The most recent version will always be available on our website.
13. Contact Details
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Email: info@methodrecruitment.co.uk
Company: Method Recruitment Group Ltd