Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 2026

Your Privacy Is Important to Us

Core Talent respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information entrusted to us.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store and protect personal information when you interact with Core Talent, including when you visit our website, apply for a position, register as a candidate, engage with our recruitment services, become a contractor or worker, engage us as a client, or otherwise communicate with us.

It also explains the choices and rights that may be available to you regarding your personal information.

This Privacy Policy applies to Core Talent's operations in the United States and visitors to our U.S. website.

Terminology

In this Privacy Policy, "Core Talent," "we," "us," or "our" refers to the Core Talent entity or entities operating in the United States and their respective employees, representatives and agents.

"Personal information" means information that identifies, relates to, describes, is reasonably capable of being associated with, or could reasonably be linked to an individual or household. The precise definition may vary depending on applicable federal or state privacy law.

Certain information may be considered sensitive personal information under applicable law, including government identification information, financial account information, precise geolocation information, certain health information and other information afforded additional protection by law.

Information We Collect

The personal information we collect will depend on your relationship and interactions with Core Talent.

We may collect information including:

• name and contact information, including address, telephone number and email address;
• current and previous employers, job titles and employment history;
• resume or résumé, work history and professional experience;
• education, skills, qualifications, licenses and certifications;
• salary or compensation information and expectations;
• job preferences and availability;
• professional references;
• information provided during interviews, applications and other recruitment activities;
• information contained in correspondence or communications with us;
• information about your interactions with our website and online services; and
• any other information you choose to provide to us.

Where relevant to a role or engagement and permitted by applicable law, we may also collect information relating to background checks, professional licenses, work authorization, employment eligibility, health or workplace accommodation requirements, and other information required to assess or administer an employment or contractor relationship.

If you become an employee, contractor or worker through Core Talent, we may collect additional information necessary to administer your engagement and payments, such as your date of birth, bank or payment details, tax information, employment eligibility information and government-issued identification.

We will only collect sensitive personal information where reasonably necessary for our business activities or where otherwise permitted or required by law.

How We Collect Information

We may collect personal information directly from you when you:

• register with Core Talent;
• apply for a job;
• submit a resume or other information through our website;
• communicate with one of our recruiters or employees;
• complete forms, questionnaires, assessments or surveys;
• attend an interview;
• enter into an employment or contractor arrangement;
• engage Core Talent to provide recruitment services; or
• otherwise interact with us.

We may also collect information automatically through our website, including through cookies and similar technologies.

In certain circumstances, we may collect information from third parties or publicly available sources where permitted by law. These may include:

• professional references;
• current or former employers;
• professional associations or licensing and registration bodies;
• job boards and professional networking platforms;
• publicly available professional profiles;
• background screening providers;
• education and credential verification providers;
• clients or prospective employers; and
• other recruitment, employment or professional sources.

Where legally permitted and appropriate for the relevant position, we may receive the results of background checks, credential checks or other employment-related screening.

Any background or criminal history screening will be undertaken in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

How We Use Personal Information

We collect, use and retain personal information where reasonably necessary to operate our recruitment and staffing business and provide our services.

We may use personal information to:

• provide recruitment, staffing and workforce services;
• register and maintain candidate profiles;
• assess applications, qualifications, experience and suitability for opportunities;
• identify and match candidates with employment and career opportunities;
• communicate with candidates about current and future opportunities;
• introduce candidates to prospective employers and clients;
• administer recruitment and placement processes;
• verify professional experience, qualifications, licenses and references;
• conduct or facilitate legally permitted background screening and assessments;
• administer contractor, temporary worker or employee engagements;
• process payroll, payments and related administrative requirements;
• confirm employment eligibility and work authorization where required;
• meet client requirements and contractual obligations;
• manage relationships with clients, candidates, contractors, employees, suppliers and other business partners;
• respond to questions, requests, complaints and inquiries;
• provide career guidance and identify professional development or training requirements;
• maintain and improve our systems, technology, services and business processes;
• analyze and improve the performance and functionality of our website;
• maintain the security and integrity of our systems;
• prevent or investigate fraud, misconduct or security incidents;
• establish, exercise or defend legal claims;
• comply with applicable legal, regulatory and contractual obligations;
• conduct marketing and business development activities where permitted by law; and
• operate, manage and develop our business.

We may also use information for other purposes disclosed to you at the time of collection or where otherwise permitted by applicable law.

Recruitment and Candidate Information

As a specialist recruitment business, Core Talent maintains information about candidates so that we can identify relevant employment opportunities and provide recruitment services.

If you provide your resume or professional information to us, we may retain your information in our recruitment systems and contact you about positions that we believe may be relevant to your skills, experience and career preferences.

We may also share relevant candidate information with clients and prospective employers where appropriate as part of the recruitment process.

Where required, we will obtain appropriate authorization before disclosing information or conducting employment-related screening.

Background Checks and Screening

Depending on the nature of the position and subject to applicable law, candidates may be asked to participate in background or credential screening.

This may include employment verification, education verification, professional license verification, reference checks, criminal history screening or other job-related checks.

Where a consumer report or investigative consumer report is obtained through a third-party background screening provider, Core Talent will comply with applicable requirements under the Fair Credit Reporting Act and applicable state and local laws.

Core Talent will also comply with applicable restrictions regarding when criminal history may be requested or considered.

Marketing Communications

We may periodically send information about job opportunities, company news, services, events or other information that we believe may be relevant to you.

Marketing communications will be sent in accordance with applicable U.S. laws, including the CAN-SPAM Act where applicable.

You may opt out of marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link contained in the communication or by contacting us.

Opting out of marketing communications will not prevent us from sending you communications that are necessary to provide recruitment services, administer an existing relationship or fulfill a request you have made.

Disclosure of Personal Information

We may disclose personal information where reasonably necessary to provide our services and operate our business.

Recipients may include:

• prospective and actual employers and clients;
• Core Talent employees, contractors, consultants and representatives;
• professional referees;
• background screening and verification providers;
• payroll and payment providers;
• technology, cloud hosting and software providers;
• training and induction providers;
• professional associations and licensing or registration bodies;
• insurance providers;
• legal, accounting and professional advisers;
• government agencies, regulators, courts or law enforcement authorities where required or permitted by law; and
• other service providers supporting our recruitment and business operations.

We may also disclose personal information where necessary to comply with a legal obligation, enforce our agreements, protect the rights or safety of Core Talent or others, investigate suspected misconduct or protect against fraud or security threats.

If Core Talent undergoes a merger, acquisition, restructuring, financing, sale of assets or other corporate transaction, personal information may be disclosed or transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable law.

Sale and Sharing of Personal Information

Core Talent does not sell personal information for monetary consideration in the ordinary course of our recruitment business.

Certain uses of advertising, analytics, cookies or similar technologies may constitute "selling" or "sharing" under the definitions used by some U.S. state privacy laws.

Where applicable, we will provide individuals with any notices and choices required by law regarding these activities.

Cookies and Website Technologies

When you visit our website, we may use cookies, pixels and similar technologies to collect information about how you interact with our website.

These technologies may help us:

• operate and secure our website;
• remember preferences;
• understand how visitors use our website;
• measure website performance;
• improve functionality and user experience;
• understand the effectiveness of our marketing; and
• deliver relevant content.

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have choices regarding certain cookies or tracking technologies.

Our website may also contain links to third-party websites. Core Talent is not responsible for the privacy practices, security or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Data Security

Core Talent maintains reasonable administrative, technical and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration or disclosure.

Personal information may be maintained electronically or in hard copy and is generally stored within secure business and recruitment systems with access restricted according to business requirements.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of personal information.

If a data security incident occurs, we will take appropriate steps to investigate and respond to the incident and provide notifications where required by applicable law.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including to provide recruitment services, maintain candidate and client relationships, comply with legal and contractual obligations, resolve disputes and protect our legitimate business interests.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information, the nature of our relationship with you and applicable legal requirements.

When personal information is no longer reasonably required, we may securely delete, destroy or de-identify it in accordance with our retention practices and applicable law.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on the state in which you reside and applicable privacy laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.

These may include the right to:

• request information about the personal information we collect, use or disclose;
• request access to personal information we hold about you;
• request correction of inaccurate personal information;
• request deletion of certain personal information;
• obtain a copy of certain personal information;
• opt out of certain sales, sharing or targeted advertising activities where applicable;
• limit certain uses or disclosures of sensitive personal information where applicable;
• opt out of marketing communications; and
• appeal certain decisions relating to a privacy request where required by applicable law.

These rights are not absolute and may be subject to legal exceptions.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising a privacy right available to you under applicable law.

We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests. Where permitted by law, you may also be able to designate an authorized agent to submit a request on your behalf.

California Privacy Rights

California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act ("CCPA"), where the law applies.

These may include rights to know about personal information collected, disclosed, sold or shared; request access to or deletion of personal information; correct inaccurate information; opt out of certain sales or sharing of personal information; and limit certain uses of sensitive personal information.

California residents may contact us using the details below to submit a privacy request.

Nothing in this section is intended to provide rights beyond those required under applicable law.

Children's Privacy

Core Talent's recruitment and staffing services are intended for adults seeking employment or engaging with us in a professional or business capacity.

Our website and services are not directed toward children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through our general website.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child in circumstances where parental or other authorization is legally required, we will take appropriate steps in accordance with applicable law.

International Data Transfers

Core Talent operates as part of an international recruitment business.

Your personal information may therefore be accessed, processed or stored in countries outside the United States where Core Talent group companies or our service providers operate.

Where personal information is transferred internationally, we take reasonable measures designed to protect the information and comply with applicable legal requirements.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes to our business, services, technology, legal obligations or privacy practices.

When we make changes, we will publish the updated Privacy Policy on our website and update the Last Updated date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Contact Us and Privacy Requests

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, would like to exercise an applicable privacy right, update or correct your information, change your marketing preferences, or raise a concern about our handling of your personal information, please contact Core Talent using the contact details published on our U.S. website.

When submitting a privacy request, please provide sufficient information for us to identify you and understand your request.

We will respond to privacy requests within the timeframes required by applicable law.