Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 10 November 2026

1. Introduction

George William Consulting ("GWC", "we", "us" or "our") is a specialist recruitment consultancy providing recruitment and talent acquisition services to businesses and professionals.

We are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of candidates, clients, website visitors and other individuals who interact with our business.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share and protect personal information, including information collected through our website, recruitment activities, email, telephone and SMS communications.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal information:

• Personal information: Name, email address, telephone number, location and contact details.

• Professional information: Employment history, CVs, qualifications, professional certifications, skills, salary expectations and career preferences.

• Recruitment information: Job applications, interview feedback, employment preferences and communications relating to recruitment opportunities.

• Communications information: Records of emails, telephone conversations, SMS messages and other professional correspondence.

• Website information: IP addresses, browser information, website usage data and cookies, where applicable.

We may obtain this information directly from individuals, through professional networking platforms such as LinkedIn, from publicly available professional sources, through referrals or from clients and recruitment partners.

3. How We Use Personal Information

We process personal information for legitimate business purposes, including:

• Identifying and contacting individuals about relevant employment opportunities.

• Assessing professional qualifications, experience and suitability for positions.

• Introducing candidates to prospective employers, subject to applicable requirements and permissions.

• Providing recruitment and consultancy services to clients.

• Managing professional relationships and recruitment processes.

• Communicating by telephone, email or SMS where permitted.

• Maintaining accurate recruitment records and internal business systems.

• Meeting legal, regulatory and contractual obligations.

We will only process personal information where we have an appropriate legal basis, such as legitimate interests, consent, contractual necessity or compliance with legal obligations, as applicable.

4. SMS and Text Messaging Communications

George William Consulting may use SMS messaging to communicate with candidates, clients and other professional contacts who have agreed to receive such communications.

SMS communications may include:

• Information about relevant employment opportunities.

• Recruitment process updates.

• Interview arrangements and confirmations.

• Meeting scheduling and reminders.

• Follow-up communications relating to ongoing recruitment discussions.

We obtain appropriate consent before sending SMS messages, in accordance with applicable laws and carrier requirements.

SMS consent and mobile information will not be shared, sold, rented or disclosed to third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Text messaging opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties for their own marketing or promotional purposes.

We may use telecommunications providers and service providers solely to facilitate the delivery and administration of our communications, subject to appropriate confidentiality and data protection requirements.

SMS Opt-Out

Recipients may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to a message.

For assistance, recipients may reply HELP or contact George William Consulting using the contact information provided on our website.

Message frequency varies depending on the nature of the recruitment process and individual communications. Message and data rates may apply.

Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of receiving recruitment services.

5. Sharing Personal Information

George William Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of candidates, clients and other individuals who interact with our business.

 

We do not sell, rent or share personal information with third parties or affiliates for their own marketing or promotional purposes.

 

Mobile phone numbers, SMS opt-in information and text messaging consent will not be shared with any third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

 

We may share relevant professional information with prospective employers and recruitment clients where appropriate and with the individual's permission.

 

We may also use authorised service providers, including recruitment management systems and telecommunications platforms, to process personal information solely for legitimate business and communication purposes.

 

All personal information is handled in accordance with applicable data protection legislation and is not disclosed for unrelated marketing activities.

6. Data Storage and Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures designed to protect personal information against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, loss or misuse.

Personal information may be stored within secure recruitment management systems, business communication platforms and other authorised technology services.

Access to personal information is restricted to individuals and service providers who require it for legitimate business purposes.

7. International Data Transfers

As an international recruitment consultancy, George William Consulting may process personal information relating to individuals and organisations in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada and other jurisdictions.

Where personal information is transferred internationally, we take appropriate steps to ensure compliance with applicable data protection legislation and implement appropriate safeguards where required.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including maintaining professional recruitment relationships, providing services and satisfying applicable legal obligations.

Individuals may request the deletion of their personal information, subject to applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

9. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location and applicable data protection legislation, you may have the right to:

• Request access to personal information held about you.

• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

• Request deletion of personal information.

• Object to or restrict certain processing activities.

• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

• Request portability of your personal information, where applicable.

To exercise any applicable privacy rights, please contact us using the details below.

10. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, improve user experience and analyse website performance.

Where required by applicable law, we will request consent before using non-essential cookies.

Visitors may manage cookies through their browser settings and any cookie preference controls available on our website.

11. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites, including professional networking platforms and recruitment-related services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites and encourage visitors to review their respective privacy policies.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our business activities, legal obligations or data protection practices.

Any updates will be published on our website with a revised effective date.

13. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy, our processing of personal information or SMS communications, please contact us.