Privacy
Policy

1. Who We Are

Cirqle Group Pty Ltd ("Cirqle Group", "we", "us", "our") is an IT recruitment and project services consultancy based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. We operate as a social enterprise, donating 50% of profits to social impact initiatives. Our website is cirqlegroup.com and our primary contact is info@cirqlegroup.com.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information when you:

• Submit an enquiry or contact form on our website
• Register as a candidate or submit your resume
• Engage with us via email, phone, or LinkedIn
• Browse our website (via analytics tools)

The types of information we may collect include your name, email address, phone number, organisation, job title, resume/CV, and details about your recruitment or project requirements.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

• Respond to your enquiries and provide our recruitment and consulting services
• Match candidates to suitable roles and present candidates to clients
• Communicate about job opportunities, project requirements, or service updates
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with our legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Clients: With your consent, we may share your profile with prospective employers or clients as part of the recruitment process.
• Service providers: Trusted third-party tools we use to operate our business (e.g., email platforms, CRM systems, website analytics). These providers are bound by confidentiality obligations.
• Legal authorities: Where required by law or to protect our legal rights.

5. Website Analytics

Our website uses Plausible Analytics, a privacy-friendly analytics tool that does not use cookies and does not collect personally identifiable information. Plausible is fully compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and Australian privacy legislation. No data is shared with advertising networks or data brokers.

6. Data Storage and Security

Your information is stored securely and we take reasonable steps to protect it from unauthorised access, disclosure, or loss. We use industry-standard security practices including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS). While we take all reasonable precautions, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. How Long We Retain Your Data

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Candidate information is typically retained for up to 2 years from last contact unless you request earlier deletion.

8. Your Rights

Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), you have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations)
• Withdraw consent to how we use your information
• Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@cirqlegroup.com.

9. Cookies

Our website does not use tracking cookies. Our analytics provider (Plausible) operates without cookies. Any functional cookies used are strictly necessary for the website to operate and do not track you across other websites.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., LinkedIn, YouTube). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us: