Recruitment Agencies: Fix GDPR Compliance in 10 Minutes
ICO fines reach £745K for recruitment data breaches. Stop violations instantly with this 10-minute GDPR compliance audit that prevents candidate data penalties.
Executive Summary: 10-Minute GDPR Compliance Audit
Audit Document Storage
Check if CVs are encrypted at rest. Unencrypted candidate files = instant GDPR violation.
Review Access Controls
Who can access candidate data? Every unnecessary person = data protection breach risk.
Implement Secure Sharing
Stop emailing CVs. Use encrypted sharing with automatic deletion after client viewing.
Time Investment: 10 minutes to audit • Fine Prevention: Up to £745K saved • Compliance Rate: 99% after fixes
Critical GDPR Violations in Recruitment
Instant Fine Triggers (Fix These Now)
High-Risk Practices:
- • Emailing CVs unencrypted
- • Storing files on shared drives
- • No candidate consent records
- • Indefinite data retention
ICO Fine Examples:
- • £98K: CV data breach at agency
- • £275K: Excessive candidate profiling
- • £372K: Insecure document sharing
- • Up to £745K total penalties
The 10-Minute Compliance Fix
Compliance Checklist (Complete in 10 minutes)
Switch to encrypted sharing links that auto-delete after viewing
Remove access for non-essential staff immediately
Delete unsuccessful candidates after 6 months, successful after 1 year
Record when and how candidates agreed to data processing
Emergency GDPR Response
If ICO Contacts You (Act within 72 hours)
- 1. Stop all unsecured document sharing immediately
- 2. Audit all candidate data access and usage
- 3. Document your GDPR compliance measures
- 4. Engage legal counsel specializing in data protection
Never Risk Another GDPR Fine
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