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Privacy Policy

M6 Solutions Ltd

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1. Introduction

M6 Solutions Ltd provides recruitment services to clients across the UK.

Depending on the nature of the services provided:

  • M6 Solutions Ltd may act as a data processor when processing personal data on behalf of its clients (who are the data controllers), and
  • M6 Solutions Ltd may also act as a data controller when collecting and managing candidate data directly.

We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the UK GDPR.

2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • CV and employment history
  • Driving licence copies and driving history
  • Identification documents (e.g. passport, ID cards)
  • Immigration status and Home Office check information
  • National Insurance numbers
  • UTR (Unique Taxpayer Reference) numbers
  • Contact details (e.g. name, email address, phone number)

3. How We Use Your Data

We process personal data for the purposes of:

  • Providing recruitment and placement services
  • Assessing suitability for roles
  • Conducting right-to-work and compliance checks
  • Sharing candidate details with prospective employers (clients)
  • Meeting legal and regulatory obligations

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases for processing your personal data:

  • Legitimate interests – to provide recruitment services and match candidates with roles
  • Contractual necessity – where processing is required to enter into or perform a contract
  • Legal obligations – to comply with employment, tax, and immigration laws

5. Data Sharing

We may share your personal data with:

  • Our clients (who act as data controllers) for recruitment purposes
  • Regulatory bodies or authorities where required by law
  • Third-party service providers who support our business operations (where applicable)

We only share data where necessary and ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data as follows:

  • Standard candidate data is retained for up to 12 months from last contact
  • Sensitive identity and compliance data is retained only for as long as required to meet legal and regulatory obligations

After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

  • Locked storage for physical documents
  • Role-based access controls
  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
  • Audit logging and monitoring

8. Your Rights

Under data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Request transfer of your data

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

9. Contact Details

If you have any questions about this Privacy Notice or how your data is handled, please contact:

M6 Solutions Ltd

Syndicate Room, Level 5

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport

Outwood Lane

Manchester, M90 4HL

📧 Email: ops@m6sl.com

📌 Registered in England and Wales

Company No: 16831383