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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Hire STEM Women

Effective Date: 18th March 2026
Last Updated: 18th March 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Hire STEM Women (“we”, “us”, “our”). We are committed to protecting and respecting your 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, store, and protect your personal data when you use our website, platform, or services.

2. Who we are

Hire STEM Women is a platform dedicated to connecting women in STEM with employers and opportunities.

Data Controller:
Hire STEM Women
Email: hq@hirestemwomen.co.uk
Registered Address: 124-128 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX

3. What data we collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

a) Information you provide directly

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • CV / employment history

  • Education and qualifications

  • Account login details

  • Profile information (skills, experience, preferences)

b) Employer-related data (if applicable)

  • Company name

  • Job postings

  • Contact details

c) Automatically collected data

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent)

  • Cookies and tracking technologies

4. How we use your data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To create and manage your account

  • To connect candidates with employers

  • To provide job recommendations

  • To communicate with you (updates, opportunities, support)

  • To improve our platform and services

  • To comply with legal obligations

  • To ensure platform security and prevent fraud

5. Legal basis for processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – where you have given clear permission

  • Contract – to provide services you request

  • Legitimate interests – to improve services and match candidates with employers

  • Legal obligation – to comply with UK law

6. Sharing your data

We may share your data with:

  • Employers and recruiters (with your consent or as part of service delivery)

  • Service providers (e.g. hosting, analytics, email services)

  • Legal authorities (if required by law)

We ensure all third parties respect your data and comply with UK GDPR.

7. International transfers

If your data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

  • UK-approved standard contractual clauses

  • Transfers to countries with adequate data protection laws

8. Data retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary:

  • While your account is active

  • As required for legal or regulatory purposes

  • Up to 6 years

You may request deletion at any time.

9. Your rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restrict processing

  • Object to processing

  • Data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact: hq@hirestemwomen.co.uk and in the subject heading put "data request"

10. Cookies

We use cookies to improve user experience and analyse site usage.

You can:

  • Accept or reject cookies via your browser settings

  • Manage preferences through our cookie banner

(You may wish to create a separate Cookie Policy.)

11. Data security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

  • Secure servers

  • Encryption where appropriate

  • Access controls

However, no system is completely secure.

12. Children’s data

Our platform is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

13. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

14. Complaints

If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

Website: https://www.ico.org.uk
Helpline: 0303 123 1113

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Email: hq@hirestemwomen.co.uk
Address: 124-128 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX

End of Privacy Policy