Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 2026
Website: www.careers-gloverpriest.com
Company Name: Glover Priest Solicitors Limited
Contact Email: recruitment@gloverpriest.com
Registered Address: Springfield House, 56 Springfield Rd, King's Heath, Birmingham B14 7DY

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal data when you use our website or interact with us. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Who We Are

We are GloverPriest Solicitors, a UK-based legal services provider. We act as the “data controller” for the personal data we collect and determine how and why it is processed.

3. Information We Collect

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

Identity information (e.g. name)
Contact information (e.g. email address, phone number)
Employment information (for recruitment purposes)
CVs, application forms and supporting documents
Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)
Usage data (pages visited, time spent on site)
Cookie and tracking data

4. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data through:

Website contact forms
Job application and recruitment forms
Email and telephone communications
Cookies and analytics tools
Direct correspondence with us

5. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

To respond to careers enquiries
To manage recruitment and job applications
To improve our website and user experience
To monitor website performance and usage
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
To send relevant updates where you have consented

6. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

Consent (where you have given clear permission)
Contract (to provide recruitment processes)
Legal obligation (to comply with laws and regulations)
Legitimate interests (to operate and improve our services)

7. Data Sharing

We may share your data with:

Professional advisers and consultants
IT and system service providers
Recruitment and HR platforms
Regulatory or legal authorities when required by law

We ensure all third parties handle your data securely and in compliance with UK GDPR.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of data and purpose.

9. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Object to or restrict processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

10. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and analyse website traffic. Cookies help us understand how users interact with our site.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy (if applicable).

11. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

12. International Transfers

If we transfer data outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with UK GDPR.

13. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Email: recruitment@gloverpriest.com
Address: 43 Albert Rd, Tamworth B79 7JS
Data Protection Officer: Gavin Glover

If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you also have the right to complain to the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk/