Privacy Policy for Job Applicants

We are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and store your information when you apply for a job with us, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Data Controller
TernaryTx - DPO (Andrew Potterton) - Contact at a.potterton@ternarytx.co.uk

2. What Data We Collect
When you submit a job application, we may collect the following personal data:

• Name, contact details, and CV/resume

• Cover letter and references

• Employment and education history

• Interview notes and assessment results

3. Purpose and Legal Basis
We process your data to assess your suitability for the role, communicate with you, and make hiring decisions. The legal basis for this processing is Article 6(1)(b) GDPR — necessary for the performance of a contract (pre-contractual steps at your request), and Article 6(1)(f) — our legitimate interest in hiring qualified candidates.

4. Data Retention
Your application data will be retained for up to 1 month after the recruitment process ends, unless you consent to a longer retention period for future opportunities.

5. Data Sharing
Your data will only be shared with individuals involved in the recruitment process. We do not sell or rent your personal data.

6. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to access, rectify, erase, or restrict the processing of your data, as well as the right to object to processing and to data portability. You may also lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

7. Contact
For any questions or to exercise your rights, please contact us at: hello@ternarytx.co.uk