Privacy policy

Effective date: 16 March 2026 | Version 1.0
Introduction
We Bridge Recruitment (“We Bridge”, “we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of candidates, clients and other visitors to our website and users of our services. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, why we collect it, how we use and share it, how long we keep it, your rights, and how to contact us. Our processing is carried out in accordance with applicable data protection law, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Swedish law.
Who is the controller
The controller responsible for your personal data is We Bridge Recruitment (referred to in this policy as “We Bridge”, “we”, “us” or “our”). If you need to contact us about privacy matters, please use the contact options shown on our website or call our office at +46 76 268 8824.
Personal data we collect
We may collect the following types of personal data depending on your interactions with us:

Identity and contact data: name, address, email, telephone, nationality, location.
Recruitment data (candidates): CVs, cover letters, employment history, education, referees, certifications, eligibility/right to work evidence, interview notes, assessment results, references and other information you provide in applications.
Client data (employers): company name, contact person, contact details, job specifications, hiring preferences and statements of work.
Transaction and billing data: invoices, payment records and related accounting information.
Usage, technical and device data: IP address, device and browser information, pages visited on our site, cookies and similar tracking data.
Sensitive / special categories (only where necessary and with appropriate legal basis): where candidates volunteer sensitive information (e.g., health information relevant to a role) we will only process this where strictly necessary and with legal safeguards.

How we collect personal data
We obtain personal data directly from you (for example, when you apply for a job, register with us, contact us, or enter into a contract) and indirectly (for example, from referees, background check providers, publicly available sources such as professional profiles, job boards or from clients who submit candidate details to us). We also collect data via cookies and analytics tools when you visit our website.
Purposes of processing and legal bases
We process personal data for the following purposes and on the indicated legal bases:

Recruitment services and candidate management: to process applications, match candidates to roles, arrange interviews, perform reference checks and related recruitment activities. Legal bases: performance of a contract and legitimate interests (to provide recruitment services) and, where required, consent for specific processing.
Client services and delivery: to provide recruitment, search and consulting services, prepare proposals, manage assignments and invoices. Legal bases: performance of a contract and legitimate interests.
Communication and support: to respond to enquiries, send job alerts, newsletters (with consent where required) and administrative messages. Legal bases: consent (for marketing) and legitimate interests (for operational communications).
Billing, tax and legal compliance: to process payments, maintain financial records and comply with legal obligations. Legal basis: legal obligation and performance of a contract.
Security, fraud prevention and legal claims: to protect our systems and investigate incidents. Legal basis: legitimate interests and legal obligations.
Analytics and site improvement: to analyse and improve our website and services. Legal basis: legitimate interests and, where required, consent (for non-essential cookies and advertising).

Cookies and tracking technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate our website, provide essential functionality, analyse usage and improve the user experience. Some cookies are necessary for the site to function; others are for analytics or marketing. You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings and, where available, via our cookie preference controls on the site. Disabling certain cookies may affect functionality.
Sharing personal data
We may share personal data with:

Clients and hiring organisations where necessary to consider you for a role (with your awareness and subject to lawful bases).
Service providers and sub-processors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, IT, background checks, payroll, assessment tools, analytics). These parties are contractually required to protect your data and only process it as instructed.
Professional advisers, auditors and payment providers when necessary.
Where required by law, regulation, court order, or to respond to lawful requests from public authorities.
In connection with a business reorganisation, sale, merger or transfer of assets; any purchaser will be required to respect the privacy commitments in this policy.

International transfers
Personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). Where we transfer data outside the EEA we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (for example, standard contractual clauses, adequacy decisions or other lawful mechanisms) to provide an adequate level of protection.
Data retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes set out above, and in accordance with legal and regulatory obligations. Typical retention periods include:

Candidate applications and related correspondence: up to 12 months after the last contact unless you consent to a longer retention or a longer retention is needed for a specific purpose.
Successful placement records, payroll and employment-related documents: retained as required by employment and tax laws.
Client and contractual records, invoicing and accounting information: retained as required by law (for example, tax/accounting requirements).
We will securely delete or anonymise personal data when it is no longer required.

Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, accidental loss, disclosure or destruction. These measures include access controls, encryption where appropriate, regular reviews and staff training. No transmission over the internet or electronic storage can be guaranteed entirely secure; if you suspect a breach please contact us promptly.
Your rights
Under applicable law you may have the right to:

Access and obtain a copy of your personal data.
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Request erasure (where lawful).
Request restriction of processing.
Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
Request portability of certain data you have provided.
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent (withdrawal will not affect processing already lawful).
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the contact options on our website or call +46 76 268 8824. We may ask for information to verify your identity before responding. We will respond in accordance with applicable law. If you are not satisfied, you may lodge a complaint with the Swedish Data Protection Authority (Integritetsskyddsmyndigheten, IMY).

Automated decision-making
We do not carry out profiling or automated decision-making that produces legal effects or similarly significantly affects individuals, except where we have disclosed a specific process and obtained any required consent. If automated decision-making is used in future, we will provide transparency and any required safeguards.
Children
Our services are not directed at children and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children under applicable legal minimum ages. If we learn we have collected data from a child without appropriate consent, we will delete it.
Third-party websites and links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites, job boards, social media or services. This Privacy Policy does not cover third-party practices. We encourage you to review the privacy notices of sites you visit.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be notified via our website or other reasonable means. Continued use of our services after changes indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact and complaints
If you have questions, want to exercise your rights, or wish to make a complaint about our handling of your personal data, please use the contact options on our website or call +46 76 268 8824. If you remain dissatisfied, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Swedish Data Protection Authority (Integritetsskyddsmyndigheten).