Expo Workforce Solutions Ltd (“EWS”, “we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share personal data when you use our services or website.
1. Who We Are
Expo Workforce Solutions a division of Expo Apparels UK Ltd.
Registered Office:
2. What Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
• From job seekers: name, contact details, CVs, employment history, qualifications, references, right-to-work documents, passport/ID copies, and other relevant recruitment data.
• From employers: company details, job descriptions, role requirements, HR contacts, and hiring preferences.
• From website use: cookies, IP address, and browsing data for analytics and site improvement.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal information to:
• Match candidates with suitable job opportunities.
• Share candidate profiles with employers (only with your consent).
• Conduct background checks, right-to-work checks, and compliance verification.
• Manage payroll and HR processes for placed workers.
• Improve our website and services.
• Comply with legal obligations (e.g., immigration, tax, and employment laws).
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data under:
• Consent: where you have agreed to share your information with us.
• Contract: where processing is necessary for providing recruitment services.
• Legal obligation: to comply with UK employment and immigration laws.
• Legitimate interests: to improve our services and connect candidates with employers.
5. Sharing Your Data
We may share your data with:
• Employers and clients looking to hire.
• Third-party service providers (e.g., background checks, payroll).
• Government or regulatory bodies when legally required.
• International partners, with safeguards in place under UK GDPR.
We never sell your data to third parties.
6. International Transfers
If we transfer your data outside the UK (e.g., to Bangladesh for recruitment sourcing), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (such as standard contractual clauses).
7. Data Retention
We keep your personal data for as long as necessary:
• Candidate CVs: up to 2 years after last interaction.
• Employment records: up to 6 years after placement (for tax and legal compliance).
• Employer records: as long as we provide services plus 6 years.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
• Access your personal data.
• Correct or update inaccurate information.
• Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”).
• Restrict or object to processing.
• Request data portability.
• Withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise your rights, contact us at [EWS Email Address].
9. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or complaints about how we handle your data, please contact: uk@expoworkforce.co.uk
If you are not satisfied, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) (www.ico.org.uk).
