Highland Jobs (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under UK data protection law, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

By using our platform, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

Highland Jobs is a regional job board owned and operated by The Highland Times.
Our platform allows employers to post job listings and jobseekers to apply for opportunities across the Scottish Highlands.

For privacy-related enquiries, contact us at:
📧 jobs@thehighlandtimes.com

2. What Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

From Employers:

• Business name and contact details
• Job listings and recruitment preferences
• Payment and billing information (processed via third-party provider)
• IP address and browser data

From Visitors:

• Anonymous usage data (via cookies and analytics tools)
• Contact form submissions or email queries

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal information to:

• Deliver platform services (job posting, application management)
• Communicate with you about your account or listings
• Improve site functionality and performance
• Promote jobs (e.g. via newsletters, social media, only with consent)
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent – for marketing communications or optional data collection
• Contract – to deliver services you have requested (e.g. posting a job, applying for one)
• Legitimate interest – to run and improve the platform
• Legal obligation – to comply with applicable law

5. How We Share Data

We do not sell your data to third parties.

We may share your data with:

• Our technical service providers (e.g. hosting, payment processing)
• Employers (if you apply for a job) or candidates (if you post a job)
• Authorities or regulators if required by law

All third-party service providers are contractually bound to keep your data secure.

6. Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. Your data is stored on secure servers within the UK or EEA.

7. Cookies

We use cookies to improve user experience and collect analytics data.
You can adjust your cookie settings in your browser or via our cookie banner on first visit.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances
• Withdraw consent at any time (e.g. unsubscribe from emails)
• Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise your rights, contact: jobs@thehighlandtimes.com

9. Data Retention

• Employer listings are retained for 24 months
• Financial records are retained for 6 years (UK legal requirement)

You may delete your account at any time via your dashboard or by emailing us.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post changes on this page and, where appropriate, notify you by email.