We manage personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy, the Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). This policy applies to information collected by C-Suite Partners Pty Ltd. We only collect information that is reasonably necessary for the proper performance of our activities or functions. We do not collect personal information just because we think it could be useful at some future stage if we have no present need for it. We may decline to collect unsolicited personal information from or about you and take steps to purge it from our systems. If you have any questions about our Privacy Policy, please contact us [email protected].
1.1. C-Suite Partners
We are an exclusive healthcare executive search firm.
Changes to Privacy Policy
It is possible that the wording and/or content of this policy may change from time to time as legislation, our activities, or technology advances. We encourage you to check and keep yourself informed of this policy regularly.
1.2. Information Flow
When we collect your personal information:
• We check that it is reasonably necessary for our business functions and activities.
• We check that it is current, complete, and accurate. This may include cross-checking with third parties.
• We record and hold your information in our database. We do not share your information without your explicit consent.
• We retrieve your information when needed for our functions and activities, ensuring it is current and accurate.
• Subject to exceptions, we permit you to access your personal information in accordance with APP:12.
• We correct or attach associated statements to your information in accordance with APP:13.
• We destroy or de-identify your personal information when it is no longer needed, unless it forms part of a Commonwealth Record.
We collect personal information that is reasonably necessary for our operations and is likely to differ depending on whether you are:
• a Candidate;
• a Client;
• a Referee.
2.1. For Candidates
The information we collect may include:
• Qualifications
• Registration Certificates
• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information
• Information included in CVs
• References about your professional background
2.2. For Clients
Information collected may include:
• Contact details
• Business information
• Services requested or provided
• Financial details
2.3. For Referees
Information collected may include:
• Contact details and professional role
• Relationship to the Candidate or Client
• Reference content provided
The personal information we collect is used for purposes that differ depending on your relationship with us.
3.1. For Candidates
• Assessment and suitability for roles
• Communication
• Compliance and risk management
3.2. For Clients
• Relationship and recruitment management
• Compliance and reporting
3.3. For Referees
• Confirming authority
• Conducting assessments
• Risk and compliance management
3.4. Direct Marketing
We may contact you for direct marketing purposes via email or text unless you opt out. You may unsubscribe at any time.
We collect personal information:
• Directly from you via applications, communications, or our website
• From referees or third-party verifications
• Through public sources such as professional boards and online directories
• Through cookies and digital interactions
Your personal information is stored in secure systems until it is no longer required and can be lawfully de-identified or destroyed. We protect your personal information from misuse, interference, and unauthorised access.
5.1. Aggregated or De-Identified Information
We may aggregate or de-identify Personal Information so that it can no longer reasonably be used to identify you. We may use this information to evaluate and improve our services and for other business purposes, including conducting internal testing, research and development, and performance assessments. We may also share de-identified information with partners, affiliates and contracted service providers for these purposes.
We may disclose your personal information:
• Internally to our staff
• To Clients or Candidates with your consent
• To Referees for assessment purposes
6.1. Related Purpose Disclosures
We may disclose your personal information to third-party providers who assist with:
• Software and cloud infrastructure
• IT support
• Legal and financial advisory
• Background screening
All service providers are subject to privacy obligations and may only access data as necessary for providing their services.
6.2. Cross-Border Disclosures
We may disclose personal information to recipients overseas when reasonably necessary, and ensure they are bound by similar privacy obligations.
You have the right to access or correct your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions. Requests can be made to our Privacy Officer at [email protected].
Complaints about our handling of personal information should be made in writing to our Privacy Officer. We will acknowledge receipt and aim to respond within 30 days. If unresolved, complaints can be escalated to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.