Jobs.brentsoslibraries.org.uk (“Jobs Brentsoslibraries,” “we,” “us,” or “our”)
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information when you visit or use Jobs.brentsoslibraries.org.uk, including when you view job listings, create an account, apply for roles, submit CVs, comment, contact us, or interact with advertisements. Our website is monetized with Google AdSense, which uses cookies and similar technologies to deliver and measure ads.
By using our website, you acknowledge you have read and agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use.
Who we are and scope
- Website: jobs.brentsoslibraries.org.uk (a job and career content site, including roles with visa sponsorship opportunities).
- Controller: jobs.brentsoslibraries.org.uk (contact details below).
- Applies to: All visitors, account holders, advertisers, and job applicants globally. This Policy covers information collected online through our site and related services (email, contact forms, comment forms).
Information we collect
a) Information you provide to us
- Account/profile data: name, email address, password, phone, location, job preferences, saved searches, alerts.
- Job application data: CV/resume, cover letter, employment history, education, certifications, portfolio links, availability, expected salary, visa status.
- Submissions & communications: contact-form messages, support requests, comments, survey responses.
- Business/advertiser data (if applicable): company name, role/title, contact details, billing details, job post content.
b) Information collected automatically
- Device & usage data: IP address, device identifiers, browser type/version, operating system, referral URLs, pages viewed, time stamps, engagement metrics.
- Cookies & similar tech: cookies, local storage, pixels (including advertising pixels), used for authentication, preferences, analytics, ad delivery, frequency capping, and fraud prevention.
c) Information from third parties
- Analytics & ad partners: aggregated audience insights, ad performance metrics.
- Employers/recruiters: status updates about your application (interview, hire decision).
- Anti-fraud/abuse services: signals to protect platform integrity.
How we use your information
We use personal information to:
- Provide the service: create and manage accounts, save searches, send job alerts, enable job applications, process contact requests.
- Operate job applications: transmit your application materials to employers/recruiters you choose; communicate about application status.
- Monetize and measure ads: deliver Google AdSense advertisements; run frequency capping, ad reporting, viewability, brand safety, and fraud detection.
- Improve & secure the site: analytics, performance monitoring, debugging, quality assurance, cybersecurity.
- Communicate: send administrative notices, policy updates, marketing (where permitted), and service messages (e.g., password resets).
- Comply with law: enforce terms, respond to lawful requests, maintain records.
Legal bases (where relevant): consent, contract performance, legitimate interests (e.g., securing and improving our services, monetizing content via advertising), and legal obligations.
Cookies and advertising (Google AdSense)
- We use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, keep you signed in, analyze traffic, and personalize/measure ads.
- Google AdSense and its advertising partners may use cookies or device identifiers to serve ads based on your visits to this and other sites. These technologies support ad features such as interest-based ads, frequency capping, aggregated reporting, and fraud detection.
- In certain regions (e.g., EEA/UK), we present a consent banner so you can choose between personalized and non-personalized ads. You can also withdraw or change your consent at any time via our “Cookie Settings” link in the footer (or equivalent control on the site).
- If you block cookies via your browser settings, some features (including sign-in, saved jobs, and ad preferences) may not function as intended.
Disclosure of information
We may disclose personal information to:
- Employers/recruiters when you apply for a job or request contact. Your submission authorizes us to share your application materials with the selected employer.
- Service providers (hosting, analytics, email delivery, security, customer support, advertising technology) under contracts that restrict use to our instructions.
- Ad & measurement partners for ad delivery, measurement, brand safety, and fraud prevention.
- Affiliates/within our group (if applicable) for centralized services and compliance.
- Legal, safety, and compliance: to comply with laws, court orders, or to protect rights, property, safety, or prevent fraud/abuse.
- Business transfers: if we undergo a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred as part of the transaction (subject to this Policy).
We do not sell your personal information in exchange for money. Some jurisdictions define targeted advertising or sharing for cross-context behavioral advertising as a “sale” or “sharing”; where such definitions apply, you may exercise opt-out rights as described below.
International data transfers
We may store and process information in Nigeria and in other countries. Where required, we implement safeguards appropriate to the transfer (contractual protections, technical and organizational measures). By using the site, you understand your data may be transferred internationally.
Data retention
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes in this Policy:
- Account data: for the life of your account and a reasonable period thereafter (e.g., for record-keeping, dispute resolution).
- Application data: retained to support your application history and legal obligations; you may request deletion where applicable.
- Logs & analytics: retained for a limited period for security, diagnostics, and reporting.
When no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
Your rights and choices
a) Consent & preferences
- Manage cookie preferences (e.g., personalized vs non-personalized ads) via our Cookie Settings control.
- Unsubscribe from marketing emails via the footer link in any message (service emails will continue).
b) Access, correction, deletion
Subject to applicable law, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, restrict, or object to processing of your personal information, and to data portability. If we process data based on consent, you may withdraw consent at any time (this does not affect prior lawful processing).
c) Region-specific statements
- Nigeria (NDPA/NDPR): You may request access, rectification, deletion, portability, and to object to processing. You can also lodge a complaint with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission.
- EEA/UK (GDPR/UK GDPR): You may exercise access, correction, deletion, restriction, portability, and objection rights; you may also complain to your local data protection authority.
- California (CPRA/CCPA): Residents may request to know, access, correct, delete, and opt-out of sale or sharing of personal information; and limit use of sensitive personal information where applicable. We do not use or disclose sensitive personal information for purposes that require “limit” controls. We do not knowingly sell personal information of consumers under 16. We honor Global Privacy Control signals where feasible.
To exercise rights, contact us (details below). We may verify your identity and respond within the timeframe required by law.
Security
We employ administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure; risks remain on the internet. Please use a strong, unique password and keep your account secure.
Children’s privacy
Our services are not directed to children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or under 16 in certain jurisdictions). If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us so we can delete it promptly.
Third-party content and external sites
Our website may include links to third-party sites, employer portals, and advertiser content. We do not control third-party privacy practices. Review their policies before providing personal information.
Managing account and data
- Access/Update: Sign in to your account to view or update profile details and job alerts.
- Download/Delete: Request a copy or deletion of your personal information by contacting us. Deleting your account may not remove data we must retain for legal reasons (e.g., fraud prevention, record-keeping).
- Cookie Settings: Use the footer control to adjust consent for analytics and advertising cookies at any time.
Changes to this Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the Effective date above and, where appropriate, provide additional notice (e.g., banner or email). Continued use after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
Contact us
If you have questions, requests, or complaints about privacy, please contact us via our contact page.
Summary of key points (quick read)
- We collect account, application, device, and cookie data to provide services, improve the site, and monetize via Google AdSense.
- We share information with employers you choose to apply to, with service providers, ad/measurement partners, and when required by law.
- You can control cookies, opt out of marketing, and exercise privacy rights (access, correction, deletion, objection, portability, opt-out of sharing).
- We implement security safeguards and comply with applicable privacy laws, including NDPA/NDPR, GDPR/UK GDPR, and CPRA/CCPA where relevant.