Introduction
Propella Consulting Group (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) (propellasearch.com) respects the privacy of individuals (“User”, “you”, or “your”) and is committed to protecting personal information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”), the Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act) of India, and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011.
- Information Collection and Use
We collect and process personal data to provide and enhance our HR consulting services. Types of data collected include:
– Contact Information: Such as name, email address, phone number, and physical address.
– Employment Information: Including resume details, job history, education, and references.
– Website Usage Data: Collected via automated means, including cookies, logging your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and page interactions.
The personal data collected will be used for:
– Providing HR consulting and recruitment services.
– Processing employment applications and facilitating employment opportunities.
– Client service and relationship management.
– Website and service improvement.
– Marketing and communications, subject to obtaining explicit consent.
- Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data in compliance with legal obligations, contract performance, legitimate interests, and consent obtained from data subjects.
- Disclosure and Sharing of Personal Data
Personal data may be disclosed to:
– Potential employers and partners for recruitment purposes.
– Third-party service providers and contractors for operational support.
– Legal and government authorities, as required by law or for legal protection.
We ensure that all third parties are compliant with data protection laws and respect the confidentiality and security of the data.
- Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Despite these measures, we acknowledge the inherent risks of data transmission over the Internet.
- Data Subject Rights
Individuals have rights under data protection laws, including the right to access, rectify, erase, and restrict the processing of their data, and to object to data processing. Data subjects can exercise these rights by contacting us directly.
- Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law, and thereafter securely dispose of or anonymize the data.
- Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information promptly.
- International Data Transfers
We comply with legal frameworks regulating international data transfers, ensuring that data transferred outside of India or the EU is adequately protected.
- Cookie Policy
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site traffic, and serve targeted advertisements. Users can control cookie preferences through their browser settings. - Amendments to this Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to amend this policy periodically. Any changes will be effective upon posting the revised policy on our website, with prior notice as required by law. - Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with Indian law, without prejudice to any mandatory legal provisions that may apply.
- Contact Information
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or data protection practices, contact us at info@propellasearch.com or +91 88501 38237.
- Additional Considerations
13.1. Data Localization Requirements:
In compliance with Section 40 of the Personal Data Protection Bill (PDP Bill) of India, where applicable, we ensure that a copy of the personal data collected is stored within the territorial boundaries of India. This provision aims to safeguard the data of Indian citizens by mandating data localization.
13.2. Automated Decision-Making and Profiling:
We may engage in automated decision-making and profiling activities as regulated under Article 22 of the GDPR. Affected individuals will be provided with information about the logic involved, as well as the significance and expected consequences of such processing for the individual.
13.3. Data Protection Officer (DPO):
In accordance with GDPR Article 37, we have appointed a Data Protection Officer to oversee our data security strategy and compliance with data protection laws. The DPO can be contacted at ektaballani@gmail.com for any data protection-related queries or concerns.
13.4. Grievance Redressal:
Pursuant to Rule 5 of the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, a Grievance Officer has been designated to address any discrepancies and grievances of users regarding the processing of their personal data. The Grievance Officer’s contact details are ektaballani@gmail.com, and any grievance must be filed within the stipulated time frame after the user becomes aware of the issue
13.5. Impact of Non-Compliance:
Non-compliance with this policy and relevant data protection laws can lead to legal actions and penalties under the GDPR, IT Act, and other applicable data protection laws. We commit to regular audits and reviews of our practices to ensure ongoing compliance.
13.6. Third-Party Links and Services:
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third-party sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of these third-party entities.
13.7. Sector-Specific Regulations:
Our business operations and data processing activities are also subject to sector-specific regulations, such as those governing employment and recruitment services . We ensure that our practices comply with such regulations, in addition to the general data protection laws.