PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: 01.03.2025
1. INTRODUCTION
Next in Careers (Pty) Ltd ("Company," "We," "Us," or "Our") is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit www.nextincareers.com (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy outlines how We collect, use, process, and protect personal data in compliance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
This Privacy Policy applies to all users, including job seekers, employers, recruiters, and visitors accessing Our Website. By continuing to use Our services, You acknowledge that You have read, understood, and agreed to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If You do not agree, You must discontinue use of the Website immediately.
For any privacy-related inquiries, requests, or complaints, You may contact Us at info@nextincareers.com.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect personal data through various interactions on Our Website, either provided directly by You, collected automatically through technology, or obtained from third-party sources.
2.1 INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE TO US
When You engage with Our services, We may collect and process personally identifiable information that You voluntarily provide, such as Your full name, email address, phone number, job title, employment history, education qualifications, and any other details included in Your resume or job application. If You choose to create an account, We collect login credentials such as usernames and passwords to authenticate Your access.
For transactions involving purchases of Our services, We may collect financial details, including billing information and payment records. However, We do not store or process payment card details directly, as these are managed securely by third-party payment processors.
Additionally, when You communicate with Us via email, phone, or live chat, We collect and retain correspondence records, including any attachments or additional data shared during support or service inquiries.
2.2 INFORMATION WE COLLECT AUTOMATICALLY
As You navigate Our Website, We collect certain technical and behavioral data through automated technologies, including log files, cookies, and analytics tools. This information may include IP addresses, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and the pages You visit. We also track user interactions, such as the time spent on pages, clicks on job postings, and referral sources to improve the user experience and optimize Website functionality.
Further details regarding cookies and tracking mechanisms are available in Our Cookies Policy.
2.3 INFORMATION FROM THIRD PARTIES
In some cases, We receive personal data from third-party sources, including recruitment partners, job boards, analytics providers, and advertising platforms. For example, if You submit a job application through an external recruitment platform, We may receive details such as Your resume, employment history, and job preferences. Similarly, if You interact with Our advertisements on Google, LinkedIn, or Facebook, We may obtain insights about Your engagement with Our marketing content.
We ensure that any third-party data collection complies with applicable privacy laws, and We process such data only for legitimate business purposes.
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use the personal data collected for various legitimate purposes, including providing, improving, and securing Our services. The primary reasons for processing Your information include:
Facilitating recruitment services by matching job seekers with employers and processing job applications.
Communicating with You regarding inquiries, support requests, or account-related matters.
Enhancing Website usability by analyzing user behavior, traffic patterns, and engagement levels.
Delivering targeted job recommendations, promotional emails, and advertisements based on Your preferences.
Preventing fraud, enforcing compliance with Our Terms & Conditions, and meeting legal obligations.
We do not use Your personal data for automated decision-making or profiling without Your explicit consent.
4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (GDPR COMPLIANCE)
In compliance with GDPR, We process Your personal data under the following legal grounds:
Performance of a Contract: When You apply for a job or engage Our recruitment services, processing Your personal data is necessary to fulfill Our contractual obligations.
Legitimate Interests: We process data for business operations, security enhancements, and fraud prevention, ensuring that these interests do not override Your rights.
Legal Obligations: We retain certain records to comply with tax, labor, and regulatory requirements.
Consent: For non-essential cookies, direct marketing, and optional recruitment communications, We rely on Your consent, which You may withdraw at any time.
To exercise Your rights, contact Us at info@nextincareers.com.
5. SHARING AND DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL DATA
We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties. However, We may share Your data under the following circumstances:
With Employers and Recruiters: When You apply for a job, Your information may be shared with the hiring company.
With Service Providers: We partner with cloud storage providers, payment processors, and IT service providers to facilitate secure data management.
For Legal Compliance: If required by law, We may disclose personal data to regulatory authorities, courts, or government agencies.
In Business Transfers: If Next in Careers undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer, Your personal data may be included as part of the transaction.
6. DATA RETENTION
We retain Your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the intended purposes, comply with legal requirements, and resolve disputes.
Contact and account details are stored until account deletion or inactivity for three years.
Job applications and resumes are retained for six months after the hiring process unless extended with Your consent.
Financial and transactional data are maintained for seven years to comply with tax laws.
Marketing preferences remain active until You opt out.
When the retention period expires, We securely delete or anonymize the data. If You request early deletion, contact info@nextincareers.com.
7. DATA SECURITY
We implement strict security controls, including encryption, access controls, and periodic security assessments to protect Your personal data. While We take all reasonable steps to safeguard information, We advise users to maintain strong passwords and exercise caution when sharing sensitive data online.
8. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
We operate globally and may transfer personal data to and from different jurisdictions, including the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, United States, and South Africa. All international transfers comply with GDPR Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and legal safeguards to protect data integrity.
9. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER GDPR & CCPA
You have rights regarding Your personal data, including access, correction, deletion, and restriction of processing. GDPR grants users additional rights to data portability and the ability to object to direct marketing. CCPA provides California residents the right to request data disclosures and opt out of data sales (We do not sell data).
To exercise any rights, email info@nextincareers.com.
10. PRIVACY POLICY UPDATES
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect regulatory updates or operational changes. The latest version will always be available on Our Website.
11. CONTACT INFORMATION
For privacy inquiries, contact Us at:
Email: info@nextincareers.com
Website: www.nextincareers.com
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