Last updated: December 29, 2025
Rockstar Recruiting UK (“Rockstar”, “we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and being transparent about how we collect and use it. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we store it, and your rights under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (“UK GDPR”) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1) Who we are
Rockstar Recruiting UK provides permanent recruitment services for skilled trades and related support roles across the United Kingdom.
Data Controller: Rockstar Recruiting UK
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 020 3048 4212
Website: rockstarrecruiting.co.uk
2) What personal data we collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
Candidate data
- Identification and contact details (name, email, phone, location)
- Employment history, qualifications, skills, licences/certifications
- CV/resume content and cover letters
- Salary expectations, availability, role preferences
- Notes from calls/interviews and role matching information
- Right-to-work information (only where relevant and provided)
Employer / client data
- Business contact information (name, company, email, phone)
- Role requirements, pay ranges, location, working patterns
- Communications and notes relating to hiring needs
Website data
- Technical and usage data (IP address, device/browser info, pages viewed)
- Cookies and similar technologies
3) How we collect your data
We collect data when you:
- Submit a form on our website
- Apply to a job listing on our website
- Email, call, or message us
- Provide data via CV upload or recruitment conversations
- Use our website (via cookies/analytics)
4) Why we use your data
We use personal data to:
- Provide recruitment services and match candidates to suitable roles
- Communicate with candidates and employers
- Present candidates to employers only with candidate approval
- Manage relationships with clients
- Improve our website and services
- Meet legal and regulatory obligations
- Protect our business and users
5) Lawful bases for processing
We process personal data based on:
- Legitimate interests — to operate our recruitment business and provide recruitment services
- Contract / pre-contract steps — to progress applications and placements
- Legal obligation — where required by law
- Consent — where required for specific activities such as marketing
6) Special category data
We do not request special category data unless strictly necessary. If candidates include sensitive information in CVs or communications, we process it carefully and only where lawful and relevant.
7) Who we share data with
We may share data with:
- Employers/clients (only with your approval)
- Service providers supporting our operations
- Professional advisers
- Authorities where required by law
We do not sell personal data.
8) International data transfers
Some service providers may process data outside the UK. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are applied.
9) How long we keep your data
We retain personal data only as long as needed:
- Candidates: up to 24 months from last meaningful contact
- Unsuccessful applications: up to 12 months
- Employers/clients: for the duration of the relationship and a reasonable period afterwards
You may request deletion at any time, subject to legal requirements.
10) Your rights
You have the right to:
- Access your data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing
- Data portability (where applicable)
- Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, contact [email protected]
11) Complaints
You may raise concerns with us directly or with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
12) Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate and improve our website. Non-essential cookies are used only with consent.
13) Security
We apply reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data.
14) Updates
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always appear on this page.
Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 29, 2025
Rockstar Recruiting UK uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, analyse website traffic, and ensure the site functions properly.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how visitors use the site.
How we use cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential cookies — required for the website to function correctly
- Performance & analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors use our site and improve performance
- Functionality cookies — remember your preferences and settings
We do not use cookies to sell or share your personal data.
Managing cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. You may also choose to disable certain cookies, but this could affect the functionality of our website.
Consent
Where required by law, we will ask for your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:
[email protected]