Privacy Policy & GDPR Compliance

Effective Date: June 7, 2025

1. Introduction

At Top Jobs Abroad, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 and other applicable data protection laws.

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this policy.

2. Who We Are

Top Jobs Abroad is a recruitment company that helps job seekers find international opportunities.
Data Controller: Top Jobs Abroad
Contact Email: hello@topjobsabroad.com
Business Address: Calle Compás de la Victoria 17, 29012 Málaga, Spain

If you have questions about how we handle your data, you can contact us at any time.

3. What Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

Personal Identification Information:

  • Full name

  • Date of birth

  • Nationality

  • Contact information (email, phone number)

Professional Information:

  • CV/resume

  • Work history

  • Education

  • Languages

  • Skills and certifications

  • Desired job location and position

Technical Information:

  • IP address

  • Device type and browser

  • Usage data (pages visited, clicks, etc.) via cookies

Optional Information:

  • Profile picture

  • Social media links (e.g. LinkedIn)

  • Visa/work permit status

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data lawfully under one or more of the following bases:

  • Consent (Article 6(1)(a))

  • Performance of a contract (Article 6(1)(b))

  • Compliance with legal obligations (Article 6(1)(c))

  • Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f))

5. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Match you with job opportunities

  • Communicate with you about your application

  • Share your profile with potential employers (only with your consent)

  • Improve our services and user experience

  • Comply with legal obligations

6. Data Sharing

We only share your personal data in the following cases:

  • With companies and employers for recruitment purposes (only with your prior consent)

  • With service providers who support our operations (e.g. hosting, communication tools)

  • When required by law or public authorities

We do not sell your data.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. You may request deletion at any time unless legal obligations require us to retain it longer.

Retention periods:

  • Candidate data: up to 2 years from last contact

  • Email communication: up to 3 years

  • CV/resume: deleted upon request or after 2 years

8. Your GDPR Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Rectify incorrect or incomplete data

  • Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")

  • Restrict processing

  • Object to processing

  • Data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior lawful use)

  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority (DPA)

To exercise these rights, email us at hello@topjobsabroad.com.

9. Data Transfers Outside the EU

If we transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g. Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions) to protect your data in accordance with GDPR.

10. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality, analyze traffic, and personalize content. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.

For more, please see our [Cookie Policy].

11. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of your personal data, including:

  • SSL encryption

  • Access controls

  • Secure data storage

  • Regular security audits

12. Children’s Data

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.”

Questions or Concerns?
Email us anytime at hello@topjobsabroad.com.