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Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2025

This privacy policy outlines how Travers Search collects, uses, and protects your personal information in accordance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Scope

This website does not host forms or collect CVs, resumes, or applications. All candidate applications are submitted directly via email and are not stored or processed via the website.

Who We Are

Travers Search is a Swiss-based sole trader recruitment and executive search business. We help companies identify and hire top talent across various industries. For all privacy-related inquiries, please contact:

Email: admin@traverssearch.com

What Data We Collect

For Candidates

  • Name, contact details (email, phone)
  • CVs, cover letters, professional experience
  • Job preferences and availability
  • Any correspondence with us

For Clients

  • Contact details of hiring managers or HR representatives
  • Job descriptions and hiring requirements

How We Collect Data

  • When candidates send CVs via email
  • When clients engage us for recruitment services
  • Through LinkedIn or professional networking

Legal Basis for Processing

  • Consent: Candidates give clear consent to process their data for job opportunities.
  • Contract: Data is required to fulfill recruitment agreements with clients.
  • Legitimate Interest: We may contact professionals regarding opportunities where there is a legitimate business interest and no overriding privacy concerns.

How We Use Your Data

  • To match candidates with suitable job opportunities
  • To present candidate profiles to clients (with consent)
  • To communicate about roles, interviews, and hiring processes
  • To maintain a talent pipeline for future opportunities

Data Storage and Security

All data is stored securely, typically in email or encrypted recruitment software. We do not store personal data on the website. Access is restricted to authorised personnel only.

International Transfers

If your data is transferred outside Switzerland or the EU (e.g., for international roles), we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequate jurisdiction approval.

Data Retention

We keep candidate data for up to 2 years unless instructed otherwise. You may request deletion or update of your data at any time.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Withdraw consent
  • Object to or restrict processing

To exercise your rights, please

Email: admin@traverssearch.com

Cookies

This site uses only essential cookies for functionality. No tracking or analytics cookies are used at this time. If this changes, a cookie consent banner will be implemented.

Policy Updates

This policy may be updated occasionally. Changes will be posted on this page with the “Last updated” date at the top.

Contact

For questions or concerns about your data, please contact:

Travers Search

Email: admin@traverssearch.com

Location: Switzerland

This policy reflects our commitment to responsible data handling in accordance with Swiss and EU data protection legislation. We do not use automated decision-making or profiling in our recruitment activities.