Privacy Policy
Delta Legal Search Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) is a legal search and recruitment business registered in England and Wales (company number 16708998). We act as a data controller of the personal information we hold about candidates, clients, and website visitors.
We take your privacy seriously. This notice explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and the rights you have. We aim to keep things clear and straightforward but if you have any questions, please get in touch.
At a glance
We only use personal information to provide recruitment services, to manage relationships with clients, and to operate our website. We never share candidate’s details with a client unless that candidate has consented, and we will respect requests not to be contacted. We will do our best to keep records accurate and up to date and you can ask us to delete your information at any time.
Who this policy applies to
Candidates: individuals we source, contact or represent for roles.
Clients & contacts: law firms, companies and individuals we work with.
Website visitors: people browsing or contacting us through our site.
Candidates
What we collect
Contact details, CV and career history, qualifications, remuneration information, interview notes.
Right-to-work / ID information where required by law.
Information from public sources (e.g. LinkedIn, law firm websites, Law Society).
References or background checks where relevant.
We do not usually collect sensitive personal data.
How we use it
To match you with suitable opportunities and introduce you to clients.
To keep in touch about roles and opportunities.
To meet legal obligations (e.g. right-to-work checks).
We never share your CV or personal details without consent.
Where diversity information is requested by clients, we only provide anonymised, aggregated reports and do not share individual-level data.
Occasionally to share relevant updates about our services. We do not carry out bulk marketing. If this changes, we will comply with the rules on consent and opt-outs.
How long we keep it
We keep candidate information for as long as reasonably necessary for recruitment purposes, unless you ask us to delete it sooner or agree that we may hold it longer.
We rely on legitimate interests to hold this data, and on consent when sending your details to clients or 3rd parties.
Clients & Contacts
What we collect
Name, role, business contact details.
Correspondence and records of our interactions.
How we use it
To manage relationships, provide recruitment services, and administer business arrangements (including invoicing).
Occasionally to share relevant updates about our services. We do not carry out bulk marketing. If this changes, we will comply with the rules on consent and opt-outs.
How long we keep it
We keep client records for as long as reasonably necessary for business purposes and to comply with legal obligations.
We rely on legitimate interests and contractual necessity for holding and using this data.
Website Visitors
What we collect
Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and how you use our site.
Information you provide through forms or email links.
How we use it
To operate the site, respond to enquiries, and improve performance.
For basic analytics (see “Cookies” below).
How long we keep it
We only keep this data for as long as necessary for these purposes.
Cookies
Our site uses minimal cookies for functionality and analytics. You can manage or block cookies through your browser settings.
Data sharing & transfers
We do not sell personal data.
We only share data where necessary:
With clients (for candidate introductions, with consent).
With IT/CRM/email providers who support our business.
With background check or right-to-work providers where required.
If data is transferred outside the UK, we will take steps to ensure it is protected to an appropriate standard.
Security
We store data securely using reputable IT providers. While no system is ever 100% secure, we take steps to protect information and limit access to authorised people.
Your rights
You have the right to:
Access your data.
Ask us to correct or delete it.
Restrict or object to our use of it.
Withdraw consent (where relied upon).
Ask for a copy in portable form.
We normally respond to requests within one month. You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you are unhappy with how we use your data.
Contact us
To contact us or make a request in relation to your data please send us an email at info@deltalegalsearch.com using the Subject line FAO: Data Protection