Privacy Policy

1. Introduction
Welcome to Nearshore. The HR Edit (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, www.nearshorehr.co.uk (the “Website”), or engage with our services.
By using the Website or providing us with your personal data, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. About Us
Nearshore. The HR Edit is operated by Alison Vucetic, a British national with over 15 years of HR experience in London’s media sector. While I am based in Croatia, I provide HR consultancy services to UK businesses, combining British expertise with the convenience of a 1-hour time difference. My residency in Croatia allows me to offer affordable, high-quality HR support without the high costs of UK-based consultants.

3. Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:

• Information You Provide: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details; information about your business and HR needs; payment details (if applicable).

• Automatically Collected Information: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies, and usage data (see our Cookie Policy for more details).

4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To provide and improve our services.

• To communicate with you about your enquiries or projects.

• To process payments (if applicable).

• To send you updates, newsletters, or marketing materials (with your consent).

• To comply with legal obligations.

5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Contractual Necessity: To fulfil our obligations under a contract with you.

• Consent: Where you have given us explicit consent (e.g., for marketing communications).

• Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and protect our business.

• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

6. Data Sharing and Transfers

• We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

• We may share your data with service providers (e.g., payment processors, IT support) who assist us in delivering our services.

• If we transfer data outside the UK or EU, we will ensure adequate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other approved mechanisms.

7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data, including encryption, access controls, and regular security audits.

8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Retention periods may vary depending on the type of data and legal requirements.

9. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR and EU GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.

• Rectification: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Erasure: Request deletion of your data under certain conditions.

• Restriction: Request restriction of processing under certain conditions.

• Objection: Object to processing for direct marketing or legitimate interests.

• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another provider.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@nearshorehr.co.uk.

10. Cookies
Our Website uses cookies to enhance your experience. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

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

12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at: Email: info@nearshorehr.co.uk