Super Hire® Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for SuperHire.ie

Effective Date: 16 June 25

Welcome to SuperHire.ie, an independent jobs board owned and operated by Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment (Company Registration Number: 753822). SuperHire.ie operates as a distinct platform and database, separate from Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment’s recruitment agency services.

This platform serves direct employers and professionals in the Life Sciences, Medical Device, Biotech, and broader STEM sectors in Ireland. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly and transparently.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Irish laws.

SuperHire.ie is supported by a third-party service provider responsible for hosting and maintaining the job board platform. This provider acts as a data processor under GDPR, and appropriate Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) are in place to govern data protection responsibilities.

  1. Information We Collect

To provide our services effectively, we may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and location.
  • Professional Information: Resume/CV, education, job history, skills, certifications.
  • Usage Data: IP address, device type, browser type, interaction logs, cookies, and user behavior on the platform.
  • Account Preferences: Job alerts, saved jobs, application history, communication preferences.
  • Employer Account Data (if applicable): Company name, billing details, representative contact information.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your personal data may be processed for the following purposes:

  • Job Matching and Discovery: To recommend relevant roles and allow applications.
  • Profile Visibility to Employers: With your consent, your profile and CV may be visible to verified, paying employer clients.
  • Platform Communications: To send job alerts, system notifications, and service-related updates.
  • Security and Fraud Prevention: To maintain platform integrity and prevent misuse.
  • Service Enhancement: To analyze user behavior, improve performance, and personalize your experience.

3. Consent and Data Independence

When you register with SuperHire.ie, you provide new and explicit consent for your data to be used on this platform only.

  • If you are a candidate previously registered with Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment, your data will not be automatically transferred to SuperHire.ie.
  • Consent for SuperHire.ie is separate and must be explicitly granted by registering and accepting this Privacy Policy.
  • Only verified, paying employer clients may access candidate data for legitimate recruitment purposes, and all access is monitored by platform administrators.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following legal bases:

  • Consent: Given when registering, submitting a CV, or subscribing to alerts.
  • Contractual Necessity: To deliver services you have requested.
  • Legitimate Interest: For security, platform improvement, aggregation of publicly available job data, and fraud prevention.
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with financial, security, or data protection requirements.

5. Aggregated Job Listings

SuperHire.ie may aggregate full job descriptions from publicly accessible and verified employer career pages within STEM sectors. These listings are reproduced to support broader visibility and accessibility for job seekers.

  • We do not claim ownership over this content.
  • Each listing attributes the original source or links directly to the employer.
  • If your organization wishes to opt out, please contact us at info@superhire.ie and we will promptly remove your content.
  • We rely on legitimate interest to process and publish this information, while respecting the rights of original content owners.

6. Third-Party Data Processors and Transfers

We partner with trusted, GDPR-compliant service providers for hosting, data analytics, communications, and support.

  • Some providers operate outside the EEA (e.g., USA).
  • In such cases, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.
  • All providers are bound by Data Processing Agreements (DPAs).

7. Data Security

We apply strong technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

  • Encryption: Data is encrypted during transmission (TLS) and at rest.
  • Access Controls: Only authorized staff and partners with role-based access may view data.
  • Monitoring: Vulnerability scanning, system logging, and regular audits are in place.

Users must protect their accounts with strong passwords and avoid unauthorized sharing of access credentials.

8. Anti-Scraping and Platform Use

Unauthorized collection or scraping of data from SuperHire.ie, whether via bots, scripts, or manual harvesting, is strictly prohibited.

  • Any such activity violates our Terms of Service and may result in account termination, legal action, and liability for damages.
  • Access to the platform is restricted to individuals aged 18 or over, and to verified employers in the STEM space.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data as follows:

  • Candidate Accounts: Up to 5 years after last login or user-initiated deletion.
  • Job Applications: Up to 5 years after the application process ends.
  • Employer Records & Billing: Up to 5 years for legal and tax purposes.
  • Logs & Backups: Retained up to 60 days, then securely deleted.

Data is deleted or anonymized after these periods unless required by law.

10. Children’s Privacy

SuperHire.ie is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe we have received information from a child, please contact us immediately for deletion.

11.Your GDPR Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your data.
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or outdated information.
  • Erasure: Request deletion, under certain conditions.
  • Restriction/Object: Limit or object to data processing.
  • Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format.
  • Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent at any time via your account or by contacting us.

We aim to respond within 30 days to all valid requests. For assistance, email info@superhire.ie.

12. Data Breach Protocol

In the event of a data breach:

  • We will identify, contain, and assess the breach promptly.
  • If the breach poses high risk, affected individuals will be notified without undue delay.
  • Where required, we will report to the Irish Data Protection Commission within 72 hours.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in services or legal requirements. All changes will be posted at www.superhire.ie. Continued use of the platform means acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

For any questions or to exercise your data rights:

Email: info@superhire.ie Address: SuperHire.ie, Level Two, 32 Prospect Hill, Galway, H91K2K0

SuperHire.ie is a registered entity (CRO: 753822) operated under the strategic direction of Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment.