Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1st January 2025

Last Updated: 23rd June 2025

1. Introduction

Mycel Talent (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is a recruitment agency based in Hua Hin, Thailand, specializing in connecting skilled candidates from Thailand with companies in the UK and other international markets (excluding the USA). We are committed to protecting your personal data and complying 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 share your personal information when you use our services or visit our website.

2. Who We Are

Mycel Talent

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Email: info@myceltalent.com

Website: www.myceltalent.com

While based in Thailand, we comply fully with UK data protection laws because we serve UK-based clients and candidates.

3. What Information We Collect

We collect and process the following personal data:

From Candidates:

Full name, email address, phone number

CVs/resumes, employment history, qualifications

References and salary expectations

Nationality, visa, and work eligibility information

From Clients:

Company name and contact details

Job descriptions and recruitment requirements

From Website Users:

Usage data collected via cookies and analytics tools (see Section 9)

4. How We Use Your Data

Your data is used to:

Match candidates with suitable job opportunities

Communicate during the recruitment process, including interview updates

Send job alerts or service-related updates (only with your consent)

Maintain records necessary for legal and business purposes

Improve our services and website functionality

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your data based on one or more of the following lawful grounds:

Consent: For sending job alerts or marketing communications, where you have opted in

Contract: To deliver recruitment services and manage our agreements

Legitimate Interests: To match candidates with jobs and improve services

Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

6. How We Store and Protect Your Data

We store your personal information securely using encrypted, cloud-based platforms with limited access granted only to authorised personnel. We implement technical and organisational safeguards to prevent unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure.

7. Sharing Your Information

We may share your data with:

Clients (only the relevant candidate information necessary for recruitment)

Professional advisors such as legal or compliance consultants

Technology service providers supporting our operations (e.g., CRM, email)

We do not sell your personal data to any third party.

8. International Data Transfers

Since we operate internationally, your data may be transferred and processed outside the UK, including Thailand. We ensure such transfers comply with UK GDPR requirements by implementing appropriate safeguards, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), to protect your information.

9. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to analyse traffic and improve your experience. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or manage preferences through our cookie banner.

For more information, please see our [Cookie Policy] (link to be added).

10. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

Access your personal data

Request correction or deletion of your data

Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting processing for contractual or legal reasons)

Object to processing based on legitimate interests

Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk

To exercise your rights or ask questions about your data, contact us at:

Email: info@myceltalent.com

11. Data Retention

We keep your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described here or to comply with legal obligations. Typically, candidate data is retained for up to 2 years after our last contact unless you request deletion sooner.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the “Last Updated” date on this page. Please review regularly.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Elite IT Global Network

Email: info@myceltalentcom

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Website: www.myceltalent.com