1. Introduction

This document describes the Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy and Terms and Conditions applicable to the website operated by Zelar Recruitment Services.

The purpose of this document is to inform visitors, candidates, clients and any other users of the website regarding the manner in which personal data is collected, processed, stored and protected, as well as the legal conditions governing the use of the website and the services provided by Zelar Recruitment Services.

Zelar Recruitment Services respects the confidentiality of personal data and undertakes to process all personal information in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 regarding the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data (General Data Protection Regulation – GDPR) as well as all applicable Romanian legislation concerning data protection and electronic communications.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for the processing of personal data collected through this website is:

Zelar Recruitment Services

Representative: Alin Zaharia

Headquarters: Bucharest, Romania

Email contact: alinz@zelar.ro

For any questions regarding the processing of personal data, users may contact the company using the contact details mentioned above.

3. Categories of Personal Data Processed

In the context of recruitment services and website operation, Zelar Recruitment Services may collect and process several categories of personal data.

Such information may include identification data such as name and surname, professional information included in CVs or professional profiles, contact details including email address and telephone number, as well as additional information related to professional experience, education, certifications, language skills or other relevant qualifications that may be necessary in order to identify suitable employment opportunities.

Additionally, the website may automatically collect certain technical information when users access the website, including IP address, browser type, device

information, pages visited, access time and other analytics data collected through cookies or similar technologies.

4. Purpose of Data Processing

Personal data collected through the website may be processed for several legitimate purposes related to the activity of a recruitment agency.

These purposes include identifying suitable candidates for employment opportunities, facilitating communication between candidates and potential employers, managing job applications submitted through the website, maintaining a professional database of candidates for future recruitment opportunities and improving the quality of services provided by Zelar Recruitment Services.

Personal data may also be processed for administrative purposes, internal reporting, communication with clients and candidates, as well as for ensuring

the security and proper functioning of the website.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

The processing of personal data by Zelar Recruitment Services is carried out in accordance with the legal bases established by the GDPR.

Depending on the circumstances, personal data may be processed on the basis of the consent of the data subject, the necessity to take steps prior to entering into a contract, the performance of a contract to which the data subject is a party, compliance with legal obligations imposed by applicable legislation, or the legitimate interests pursued by Zelar Recruitment Services in the context of providing recruitment services and maintaining professional databases.

6. Data Retention

Personal data collected from candidates may be stored in the internal recruitment database of Zelar Recruitment Services for a reasonable period of time necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy. In general, candidate data may be retained for up to twelve (12) months in order to allow the identification of future employment opportunities that may correspond to the professional profile of the candidate.

After the expiration of the retention period, personal data may be deleted, anonymized or retained only if a legal obligation requires such retention.

7. Disclosure of Personal Data

Zelar Recruitment Services may share relevant personal data with client companies that are involved in recruitment processes for which candidates have been considered, strictly for the purpose of evaluating professional compatibility and potential employment opportunities.

Personal data may also be disclosed to service providers supporting the operation of the website, IT infrastructure or data storage systems, provided that such providers comply with strict confidentiality and data protection obligations.

Personal data will not be sold or transferred to third parties for unrelated commercial purposes.

8. Data Subject Rights

Individuals whose personal data is processed by Zelar Recruitment Services benefit from several rights granted by the GDPR.

These rights include the right to access personal data, the right to request rectification of inaccurate data, the right to request erasure of data under certain conditions, the right to restrict processing, the right to data portability and the right to object to certain types of processing.

Requests regarding these rights may be submitted by email to alinz@zelar.ro.

9. Cookie Policy

The Zelar Recruitment Services website uses cookies and similar technologies in order to ensure proper website functionality, improve user experience and collect statistical information regarding the use of the website.

Cookies may include essential cookies necessary for the functioning of the website, analytics cookies used to understand how visitors interact with the website and, where applicable, marketing cookies used to deliver relevant content or services.

Users have the possibility to manage or disable cookies through their browser settings at any time.

10. Terms and Conditions of Website Use

By accessing or using the Zelar Recruitment Services website, users agree to comply with the present Terms and Conditions.

The website is intended to provide information regarding recruitment services and may allow users to submit professional information or applications

for employment opportunities.

All materials available on the website, including texts, logos, visual identity elements and other content are protected by intellectual property rights

and may not be reproduced, distributed or used without the prior written consent of Zelar Recruitment Services.

Zelar Recruitment Services does not guarantee the placement of candidates in employment positions and cannot be held responsible for decisions taken by

third-party employers during recruitment processes.