1. Introduction

Alexander Associates Pty Ltd ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information.

2. What Personal Information We Collect

We may collect personal information including:

Full name, phone number, and email address
Employment history, qualifications, and skills
Resume/CV and cover letters
Referee details
Identification documents, where required
Any other information you provide during recruitment processes

We may also collect sensitive information, such as police checks or health information, where required and only with your consent.

3. How We Collect Your Information

We collect personal information when you:

Submit your resume or job application
Contact us by phone, email, or website
Register with us as a candidate
Are referred to us by a third party
Interact with our website, including through cookies

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

Assess your suitability for roles
Match candidates with employers
Communicate with you about opportunities
Verify your information and references
Comply with legal obligations

5. Disclosure of Personal Information

We may disclose your personal information to:

Clients and prospective employers
Referees, with your consent
Background checking providers
IT and business service providers

We do not sell your personal information.

6. Overseas Disclosure

Some of our service providers may store or process data overseas. We take reasonable steps to ensure overseas recipients comply with Australian privacy laws.

7. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyse website traffic, and support marketing activities. You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.

9. Access and Correction

You may request access to your personal information or ask us to correct information that is inaccurate, incomplete, or out of date.

10. Retention of Information

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for recruitment purposes, business requirements, and legal obligations.

11. Complaints

If you believe we have breached your privacy rights, please contact us. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

12. Contact Us

Alexander Associates Pty Ltd
Email: info@alexander-associates.com.au
Phone: 02 9506 7000

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will be available on our website.