Privacy
At Pelham Berkeley Search (“PBS”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you engage with our website, social media platforms, and recruiting services.
PBS recognizes and respects the privacy of its customers and website users. PBS does not collect personal information, such as the names and mailing addresses of visitors to this website, unless it is voluntarily provided. If such information is provided, it may be stored and used for PBS’s business and marketing purposes. PBS may also, without your permission, electronically collect information regarding your online habits and location, including without limitation your remote location, email address, and we may collect “cookies”. Such information may be used to collect and analyze demographic information about PBS’s website users. Your email addresses and telephone numbers will not be sold or rented to any other company.
1. Information We Collect
When you interact with PBS, we may collect the following types of personal information:
• Personal Information: This includes your name, phone number, email address, career related information, and any other details you provide during consultations, registration, or through direct communication with us.
• Usage Data: We may also collect data related to how you access and use our services, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior through cookies or similar technologies.
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:
• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our services, ensuring a personalized experience tailored to your recruiting needs.
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, messages, and requests promptly. With your consent, we may send you service updates, reminders, and notifications via email or SMS.
• Marketing and Promotions: If you opt-in, we may use your contact information to send promotional offers, newsletters, or tips related to our services. You can unsubscribe from these communications.
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations and legal obligations.
3. Sharing of Personal Information
PBS will not sell, trade, or disclose your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:
• Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in delivering our services (e.g., secure data storage, billing, and customer support). These providers are required to protect your information and use it solely for the purposes outlined in our agreements.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose personal information if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, legal proceeding, or government request.
4. Consent and Opt-In for SMS Communication
By using PBS, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your personal information as outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you provide your phone number for SMS communication, you expressly consent to receive text messages related to our services, such as appointment reminders, updates, or service notifications. You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying “STOP” to the text message or contacting us directly. SMS opt-in consent and phone numbers for the purpose of SMS are not being shared with any third parties under any circumstances.
5. Data Security and Retention
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This includes the use of encryption, secure networks, and access controls. While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. When no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
• Access and Correct: Request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections to any inaccuracies.
• Data Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal, regulatory or contractual obligations.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent to the collection and use of your personal information at any time, provided this does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on prior consent.
• Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications or SMS messages by following the instructions provided in these communications.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and tailor content to user preferences. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
8. Updates to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal obligations. Any updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review the policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact us via:
• Email: info@pbsearch.com
• Phone: 866-986-7100
• Address: P.O. Box 610055, Newton, MA 02461
We are committed to addressing any concerns promptly and ensuring your privacy is respected.
SMS Terms & Conditions
We collect phone numbers and consent for SMS through our website.
We use SMS messages to communicate with candidates and companies regarding recruiting related activities such as: questions about a CV/resume or job description, information about an application status, availability, interview scheduling, job offers, onboarding materials and other employment related updates.
• Messaging frequency may vary.
• Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile provider.
• Opt-out: Candidates can opt-out for SMS messaging from PBS by replying STOP at any time to any received SMS message, once opted-out they will receive no further SMS communication. They can opt back in at any time by replying START.
• Opt-in: Candidates can opt-in for SMS from PBS through a verbal consent or through the website. SMS opt-in consent and phone numbers for the purpose of SMS are not being shared with any third parties under any circumstances.
• For assistance, text HELP, call 866-986-7100, or visit https://www.pbsearch.com/privacy/ for Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
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Use of Site
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Disclaimer
The information, services, products, and materials contained in this site, including, without limitation, text, graphics, and links, are provided by pbsearch.com on an “as is” basis. Pelham Berkeley Search makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the operation of the site or the information, content, materials, or products included on this site, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, non-infringement, freedom from computer virus, and implied warranties arising from course of dealing or course of performance. In addition, Pelham Berkeley Search does not represent or warrant that the information accessible via this site is accurate, complete or current. To the full extent permissible by applicable law, Pelham Berkeley Search disclaims all warranties, express or implied, with respect to such information, services, products, and materials. Price and availability information is subject to change without notice.
Limitation of Liability
Pelham Berkeley Search will not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of this site, including, but not limited to direct, indirect, special, incidental, exemplary, punitive, and consequential damages, even if Pelham Berkeley Search has been previously advised of the possibility of such damages, whether in an action under contract, negligence, or any other theory, arising out of or in connection with the use, inability to use, or performance of the information, services, products, and materials available from this site. These limitations shall apply notwithstanding any failure of essential purpose of any limited remedy. Because some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, the above limitations may not apply to you.
Applicable Law
This site is created and controlled by Pelham Berkeley Search in the State of Massachusetts USA. As such, the laws of the State of Massachusetts will govern these disclaimers, terms and conditions, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of laws. Parties agree that any action arising out of this agreement shall be brought in state or federal court in Massachusetts and the parties consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.
