Who We Are

Ukonnect Staffing is a UK-based staffing and recruitment agency providing temporary, permanent, and contract staffing solutions across various industries. We are registered and operate in accordance with UK data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Information We Collect

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

• Personal Identification Data: Name, date of birth, gender, nationality, and identification documents.

• Contact Information: Email address, phone number, postal address.

• Employment & Education History: CVs/resumes, qualifications, work experience, references.

• Financial Information: Bank details (for payroll purposes), tax information, National Insurance number.

• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device details, and website usage data.

How We Collect Your Information

We collect personal data through:

• Direct submission via email, phone, or online application forms.

• CV submissions through job boards or recruitment platforms.

• References from previous employers (with your consent).

• Interaction with our website.

How We Use Your Information

We process your personal data to:

• Provide staffing and recruitment services.

• Match candidates with job opportunities.

• Communicate regarding job applications, offers, or interviews.

• Manage payroll and compliance requirements.

• Maintain business records and comply with legal obligations.

Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent: When you have given us permission to process your data.

• Contract: When processing is necessary for a contract with you.

• Legal Obligation: To comply with UK employment and recruitment regulations.

• Legitimate Interest: To operate our recruitment business effectively.

Data Sharing & Disclosure

We may share your personal data with:

• Potential employers and clients for recruitment purposes.

• Payroll service providers and accountants.

• Government bodies, when required by law.

• IT and cloud storage providers for secure data management.

We will never sell your personal data to third parties.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. If you no longer wish for us to store your data, you may request deletion.

Data Security

We implement strict security measures to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your personal data. This includes encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.

• Request correction of inaccurate information.

• Request deletion of your data (“Right to be Forgotten”).

• Restrict or object to processing.

• Data portability (transfer of your data to another service).

• Withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@ukonnectstaffing.com.

Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience and gather analytics. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with the revised effective date.

Contact Us

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

Ukonnect Staffing
Email: info@ukonnectstaffing.com