Privacy Policy

BioSearch Consultancy Limited takes the privacy of your information seriously. This notice outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, and your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK Data Protection Act 2018.

Who We Are

BioSearch Consultancy Limited is a specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the Life Sciences and CDMO sector. We operate as a recruitment agency and business, as defined in the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Registered Address:
BioSearch Consultancy Limited
3rd Floor, 86-90 Paul Street, London, England, United Kingdom, EC2A 4NE

Email: info@biosearchconsultancy.com

What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

  • Name, contact details, and address
  • CV and employment history
  • Professional profiles (e.g. LinkedIn)
  • Education and qualifications
  • Right to work documentation
  • References and compliance documentation
  • Financial information for payroll (if applicable)
  • Communications via phone, email, or website

We collect data from:

  • Direct contact (e.g. CV submissions, web forms, email)
  • Third-party platforms (e.g. job boards, LinkedIn)
  • Referrals or recommendations
  • Our clients and partners

Why We Collect Your Data

We collect and use your personal data for legitimate business purposes, including:

  • Matching candidates with relevant job opportunities
  • Managing client and candidate relationships
  • Sending you updates on vacancies or recruitment-related insights
  • Conducting compliance and right-to-work checks
  • Processing payroll for temporary workers or contractors
  • Improving our services through data analytics (non-identifiable)

Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases for processing:

  • Consent – where you have given permission for specific uses
  • Legitimate interest – to operate our recruitment services effectively
  • Legal obligation – for compliance with employment and tax laws
  • Contractual necessity – to perform a contract with you

Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

  1. Right to be informed – clear information about how we use your data
  2. Right of access – request a copy of the data we hold on you
  3. Right to rectification – correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  4. Right to erasure – request deletion of your data in certain circumstances
  5. Right to restrict processing – limit how we use your data
  6. Right to data portability – move your data to another provider
  7. Right to object – to processing based on legitimate interest or direct marketing
  8. Right to withdraw consent – at any time, without affecting prior processing
  9. Right to lodge a complaint – with the ICO: https://ico.org.uk

To exercise any of these rights, please email: info@biosearchconsultancy.com

Data Security

We take appropriate steps to protect your data from unauthorised access or misuse. All personal data is stored securely, and access is limited to authorised team members who require it to perform their role.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for recruitment and business operations, or as required by law. You may request deletion of your data at any time.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your data with:

  • Clients (for potential job opportunities)
  • Background check providers
  • IT and data storage providers
  • Legal or regulatory authorities (where required)

We will never sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

SMS Terms & Conditions

Product Description
By providing your mobile number, you consent to receive SMS messages from BioSearch Consultancy related to job updates, process notifications, or interview arrangements.

Message Frequency
Frequency may vary. Standard message and data rates may apply.

Opting Out
Reply “STOP” to any message to opt out. You’ll receive a confirmation and no further messages.

Help and Support
Reply “HELP” or email us at info@biosearchconsultancy.com.

Privacy
No mobile information will be shared with third parties for promotional purposes. Opt-in data will not be sold or transferred.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page, and where appropriate, notified to you directly.

Contact
For questions or concerns about this policy or your data, please contact:
The Data Protection Controller
BioSearch Consultancy Limited
Email: info@biosearchconsultancy.com