1. Introduction
SmartSearch respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information when you visit our website or submit your information to us for recruitment purposes.
By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Who We Are
SmartSearch is a recruitment and talent search agency based in Switzerland.
Our purpose is to connect qualified candidates with potential employers by collecting professional information from job seekers and matching their profiles with suitable employment opportunities.
3. Information We Collect
When you submit information through our website, we may collect:
• Your name• Email address
• Telephone number
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume (if uploaded)
• Employment history
• Professional qualifications
• Skills and experience• Preferred job type or location
• Any additional information you voluntarily provide
4. Why We Collect Your Information
We use your personal information to:
• Evaluate your suitability for employment opportunities
• Match your profile with potential employers
• Contact you regarding job opportunities
• Respond to your enquiries
• Maintain our recruitment database
• Improve our recruitment services
• Comply with legal obligations
5. Sharing Your Information
Given your concent we share your information only when necessary with:
• Potential employers considering your application
We only share information relevant to the recruitment process.
6. Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable under Swiss data protection law and the GDPR, we process your personal data based on:
• Your consent
• The performance of pre-contractual recruitment activities
• Our legitimate interest in recruiting suitable candidates
• Compliance with legal obligations
7. Data Storage and Security
We protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
8. Data Retention
Given your concent we retain your personal information only as long as necessary for recruitment purposes or as required by law.
If you are not placed in a position, we may retain your information for future recruitment opportunities unless you request its deletion.
9. Your Rights
Depending on applicable law, you have the right to:
• Access your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Withdraw your consent at any time
• Object to certain processing activities
• Request restriction of processing
• Request a copy of the personal information you have provided
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
10. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience and understand how visitors use our website.
You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, although some parts of the website may not function properly.
11. Children's Privacy
Our recruitment services are intended for individuals aged 18 years or older.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be published on this page together with the updated effective date.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal data is processed, please contact:
Smart Search
Website: https://smart-pb-search.ch
Email: [ info@smart-pb-search]
Telephone: [+41 79 677 899 7]
Business Address: Seestrasse 117, 8800 Thalwil
By submitting your information through this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes.