Candidate Privacy Notice

Last updated: February 2026

This notice explains how Future Engineer Ltd processes personal data relating to job candidates.

Who We Are

Future Engineer Ltd (“Future Engineer”, “we”, “us”) is the data controller.

Contact: info@futureengineer.co.uk


What Data We Collect

  • Name, contact details
  • CVs, employment history, qualifications
  • Right-to-work status (where applicable)
  • Salary expectations and role preferences
  • Communications with us

How We Use Candidate Data

We process candidate data to:

  • Assess suitability for roles
  • Introduce candidates to potential employers
  • Manage recruitment processes
  • Communicate about opportunities
  • Meet legal or regulatory obligations

Lawful Bases

We rely on:

  • Consent
  • Legitimate interests (recruitment activity)
  • Contractual necessity
  • Legal obligations

Sharing Candidate Data

We may share relevant data with:

  • Prospective employers or clients
  • Background screening providers (where applicable)
  • IT and CRM providers

We will never sell candidate data.


Data Retention

Candidate data is typically retained for up to 24 months after last meaningful interaction unless deletion is requested sooner.


Your Rights

You may request access, correction, restriction, deletion, or portability of your data at any time by contacting us.