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PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: August 2025​

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Sentry Search is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal information is handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information in connection with our recruitment services.

 

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from:

  • Candidates – such as your name, contact details, work history, education, skills, references, and any information provided in your resume or during interviews.

  • Clients – such as your name, company details, job descriptions, and contact information.

  • Website & LinkedIn Visitors – basic analytics data (e.g., page views, location by city) and any details you provide via forms or messages.

We do not collect sensitive information (e.g., health, racial, political) unless it is necessary for the recruitment process and you have given consent.

 

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information directly from you when:

  • You apply for a job or register as a candidate.

  • You communicate with us via LinkedIn, email, phone, or web forms.

  • You engage our services as a client.

  • You interact with our website or LinkedIn page.

We may also collect publicly available information from platforms like LinkedIn to identify and contact potential candidates.

 

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Provide recruitment and talent search services.

  • Match candidates with suitable job opportunities.

  • Communicate with candidates and clients.

  • Maintain business records and comply with legal obligations.

  • Improve our services and website.

We will not use your information for unrelated marketing without your consent.

 

4. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your personal information with:

  • Clients who are considering you for a position (with your prior consent).

  • Service providers who help us deliver our services (e.g., cloud hosting, email platforms).

  • Regulators or legal authorities if required by law.

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

 

5. Storage and Security

We store your information securely using encrypted cloud-based systems.
We take reasonable steps to protect your data from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.

 

6. Overseas Disclosure

While our clients are primarily based in Australia, some cloud service providers we use may store data in other countries. We take reasonable measures to ensure those providers comply with privacy protections.

 

7. Access and Correction

You can request access to the personal information we hold about you or request corrections if it’s inaccurate.
To do this, contact us using the details below.

 

8. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar tools to improve your browsing experience.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work as intended.

 

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The updated version will be posted on our website and will be effective from the date of publication.

 

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about how we handle your personal information, contact:

 

Sentry Search
Email: talent@sentrysearch.com.au
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sentrysearch

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We will respond to all privacy-related inquiries within a reasonable time.

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