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Privacy Policy

METIS BUSINESS CENTRE

PRIVACY NOTICE

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Purpose of this Privacy Notice

Metis Business Centre ("we") manages a recruitment system involving the collection, processing, and storage of personal information about candidates. This Privacy Notice informs candidates (and interested parties) about how we use and protect the personal information provided.

We routinely review and update this Privacy Notice to reflect changes in our practices. Last updated on 7th February 2024.

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Data Protection Legislation

Metis Business Centre is a Data Controller under the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Personal information is collected and processed in line with applicable legislation. Your personal data will not be provided to any third party without prior written consent and will be retained as permitted by Irish and EU legislation.

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Personal Data

Your personal data, held by Metis Business Centre, includes information provided in your application, covering letters, emails, and other correspondence related to the recruitment process.

This may include:

  • Application forms and attached documents.

  • Content of emails, letters, and recorded telephone calls.

  • A complete 6-year employment/education history.

  • Information received from other organisations, such as credit reference agencies or fraud prevention agencies.

  • Information received from referees.

 

Certain personal information may be defined as 'sensitive,' and if requested, we will ask for your explicit consent before processing such information.

 

Submitting Your Personal Data

By submitting your personal data and application, you:

  • Confirm understanding and acceptance of the statements in this Privacy Notice.

  • Declare the completeness and accuracy of information in your application.

  • Understand that deliberate omissions or incorrect statements may result in rejection or termination of employment.

  • Give consent to Metis Business Centre to process the information for the recruitment process.

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How We Handle Your Personal Data

During the recruitment process, we may contact you using the provided contact details. We reserve the right to research public comments and opinions on social media platforms. Personal data will only be processed for recruitment/selection purposes and for subsequent employment/placement. If successful, your data will be held for the duration of your employment and for a reasonable period after termination. In the case of an unsuccessful application, personal information will be held for 1 year.

 

Sharing Your Personal Data

We may share personal information with group companies, suppliers, and subcontractors for administrative activities related to employment. We may disclose your information to government bodies for legal compliance, to credit reference agencies for checks, and to fraud prevention databases if necessary.

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Online Information

While you can visit our website without identifying yourself, cookies are used to store information on your computer for a better browsing experience. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for more details.

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Access to Your Personal Data

You have the right of access to your personal data.

To request a copy of your information or correct inaccuracies, contact our Data Protection Officer at:

 

Data Protection Officer Metis Business Centre,

Clonmel House,

Forster Way,

Townparks,

Swords,

Co. Dublin, K67 F2K3

 

Queries

For queries regarding the storage, processing, or retention of your personal information, please contact our Data Protection Officer at the above address.

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