Privacy Policy

Russell & Ivy Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting personal data and respecting privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (“UK GDPR”) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal data obtained through this website and in the course of our recruitment activities.

1. Data Controller

Russell & Ivy Ltd
Registered in England and Wales
Registered office: 136 St Marys Avenue, PE8 6EA

Registered Number: 17082573
Email: hello@russellandivy.com
ICO registration number: 

2. Personal Data We Process

We may process personal data, including but not limited to:

• Names and contact details 
• CVs, academic records, qualifications, and employment history 
• University attended and degree information 
• Career preferences and availability 
• Correspondence and communications 
• Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and website usage data
   

3. Purposes of Processing

Personal data is processed for the following purposes:

• Providing recruitment and talent placement services 
• Assessing suitability for employment opportunities 
• Introducing candidates to prospective employers 
• Managing relationships with candidates, clients, and institutions 
• Operating, maintaining, and improving our website and services 
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
   

4. Lawful Basis

We process personal data on one or more of the following lawful bases:

• Consent 
• Performance of a contract or steps taken at the request of the data subject 
• Legitimate interests in operating a professional recruitment business 
• Compliance with legal obligations
   

5. Data Sharing

Personal data may be shared with:

• Prospective employers and clients, where relevant 
• Third-party service providers acting under contractual confidentiality and data protection obligations 
• Professional advisers and regulatory authorities where required by law 

We do not sell personal data.

6. International Transfers

Where personal data is transferred outside the UK, appropriate safeguards are implemented in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.

7. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, taking into account legal, regulatory, and business requirements. Data may be deleted or anonymised upon request, subject to lawful retention obligations.

8. Data Subject Rights

Individuals have rights under UK GDPR, including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to the processing of personal data, and the right to data portability where applicable.

Requests should be directed to: hello@russellandivy.com

9. Security

Appropriate technical and organisational measures are in place to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

10. Complaints

If concerns arise regarding our handling of personal data, individuals have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.

11. Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The current version will always be available on this website.