Privacy policy
Privacy Policy of Cadran Talents
Date of entry into force: 14/11/2025
Our commitment to your privacy
At Cadran Talents, we see privacy as a fundamental right. We handle sensitive information about candidates and companies every day: we know what trust means. This policy explains how we collect, use and protect your personal data, with the same respect and transparency as we put into everything we do.
We know that privacy policies are often dense and impersonal. We have written this one so that it is clear, honest and human — because that is how we work.
Who are we?
Cadran Talents is an independent recruitment firm specialized in the direct approach and hunting of heads of executives and experts, in France and internationally. Cadran Talents SAS is responsible for the processing of personal data described in this policy.
Cadran Talents SAS
Paris
24 rue du Faubourg Poissonnière,
75010 Paris, France
bonjour@cadran-talents.fr
Mon-Ven 9:00 - 18:30 (CET)
Lyon
12 Rambaud pier,
69002 Lyon, France
bonjour@cadran-talents.fr
Mon–Fri 9:00 am – 6:00 pm (CET)
What data do we collect?
We collect different types of data depending on how you interact with us.
If you visit our site
Navigational data: IP address, browser type, device used, pages viewed and duration of visit
Cookies and similar technologies: small files that allow the site to function and improve your experience (see the Cookies section below)
If you are a client or prospect
Contact details: name, e-mail address, telephone number, company and function
Trade History: correspondence, meeting records and requests for missions
Company Information: organisation, team concerned and description of the need for recruitment
If you are a candidate
Identity Data: name, first name, place of residence and, where relevant for mobility, nationality and situation with regard to the right to work
Contact details: e-mail, phone number and preferred communication channel
Route data: CV, training, experience, skills, wage claims, availability, interview reports and evaluation results
References: contact details of the persons you authorize us to contact and content of the reference interviews
We only prepare a candidate file with your consent. When we approach you directly, we explain to you from the first exchange what data we have, where it comes from and how we intend to use it.
If you join our network of partner consultants
Professional information: sectoral expertise, languages spoken, geographical area and specialties
References and portfolio: examples of past missions and professional credentials
How do we collect this data?
We collect your data:
Directly to you: when you fill out a form, contact us, apply, participate in an interview or exchange with our team
Automatically: through cookies and audience measurement tools when using our site
From third parties: professional networks, employment sites, recommendations or references (only within the framework authorized by law and, for references, with your consent)
How do we use your data?
We use your data to:
For all:
Operate and improve our site
Respond to your requests and accompany you
Send you important information about our services
Complying with our legal obligations
For customers and prospects:
Understand your need for recruitment and make a suitable proposal
Conducting and piloting recruitment missions
Building a sustainable working relationship
Send you our views and news on the labour market (you can unsubscribe at any time)
For candidates:
Evaluate the suitability of your profile with the positions entrusted to us by our clients
Present you with opportunities corresponding to your journey and your expectations
Organize interviews, evaluations and reference-taking
To accompany you during the negotiation and your first 100 days in office
For our network of partners:
Offer you missions corresponding to your expertise
Coordinate mission research and logistics
Adjusting the services performed
Our commitment to candidates
Candidates are at the heart of our business. Here's how we protect you:
Confidentiality
Your application is never submitted to a customer without your explicit consent
Your current employer is never informed of our exchanges
We only share information useful to assess your profile for a given position
Data minimization
We collect only the information necessary for the mission concerned.
We do not keep your data longer than necessary
Your control
You can withdraw your application at any time
You can request the deletion of your data (within the legal and contractual limits)
You always know who your profile is presented to, and why
Transparency
We always explain the position, the selection process and how your information will be used.
You will never be surprised by the way your profile circulates
How do we protect your data?
We take data security seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures:
Encryption: sensitive data are encrypted in transit and at rest
Access Control: only authorized team members access personal data, and only when necessary
Secure accommodation: we use recognised accommodation services, located in the European Union, with high standards of protection
Regular audits: we regularly review our safety practices
Provider management: we carefully select providers who process data on our behalf
However, no system is completely infallible. We do everything we can to protect your information, but we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Who do we share your data with?
We never sell your personal data. Never.
We can share your data with:
Our providers: Trusted partners that help us run our business (hosting, messaging, application management tool, evaluation tools, billing). They are contractually bound to protect your data.
Our customers: If you are a candidate, your profile is presented to a client only with your explicit consent, and only for the position concerned.
Legal obligations: We may disclose information if required by law, judicial procedure or administrative authority.
Corporate Operations: If Cadran Talents is involved in a merger, acquisition or transfer, your data may be transferred (you will be informed).
International data transfers
Cadran Talents accompanies international recruitment. Your data may be transferred to countries outside the European Union, particularly when you are applying for a position abroad or when a local partner consultant is involved in the mission.
When we transfer data outside the European Union, we:
Use the standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission
We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place
Comply with applicable data protection regulations
Your rights
In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act, you have the following rights:
Access: obtain a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Correction: request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Clearing: request the deletion of your personal data (subject to our legal obligations)
Opposition: against certain treatments, including for prospecting purposes
Limitation: request the limitation of the use of your data
Portability: receive your data in a structured and commonly used format
Withdrawal of consent: if treatment is based on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time
To exercise these rights, write to us at bonjour@cadran-talents.fr. We will reply to you within one month, in accordance with the regulations in force.
Cookies and tracking technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our site.
Essential cookies: necessary for the proper functioning of the site
Hearing Measurement Cookies: help us understand how visitors use our site
Cookies preferably: memorize your settings and preferences
You can manage your choices at any time via the "Cookie Preferences" link at the bottom of the page or in your browser settings. The deactivation of certain cookies may affect the functioning of the website.
How long do we keep your data?
We keep your data only for the time necessary for the purposes described in this policy, or for the duration imposed by law.
Visitors to the site: hearing measurement data shall be retained for a maximum of 13 months
Professional contacts: the coordinates are kept for the duration of the commercial relationship, then 3 years after the last contact
Candidates: your file is retained 2 years after our last exchange, unless your request for deletion or agreement for a longer period of time
Network of Partners: the information is kept while you are active in our network
When we no longer need your data, we remove it or anonymize it securely.
Protection of minors
Our services and website are not intended for people under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children via our website.
However, we may sometimes accompany the recruitment of young people between 16 and 18 years of age (alternation, internships, first jobs). In this case:
Parental consent is required
We always obtain the consent of a parent or legal representative before drawing up a file for a minor.
Parents or legal representatives receive complete information on the position, process and use of data
This agreement is documented prior to any data collection
Additional guarantees for young candidates
We collect only the information necessary for the mission concerned.
We pay particular attention to our exchanges with young candidates
We respect all the rules applicable to the protection of the data of minors, in particular the GDPR and French labour law
Parents or legal representatives may consult the data, request deletion or withdraw their consent at any time
Age-appropriate practices
We also obtain the agreement of the young candidate himself, in addition to that of his parents
Interviews and evaluations are age-appropriate and benevolent
If you are a parent or legal representative and you have questions about your child's support by Cadran Talents, please email us at bonjour@cadran-talents.fr. If you think we have collected data about a minor without the required consent, let us know immediately so that we can remedy it.
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or regulations. We will inform you of any significant changes through a notice on our site or by contacting you directly.
The "effective date" indicated at the top of the page is the last update.
Legal basis for processing
In accordance with the GDPR, each treatment is based on a specific legal basis:
Legal basis: we process your data on the basis of your consent, the performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures, our legal obligations or our legitimate interest in carrying out our recruitment activity
Right of claim: you can file a complaint with the CNIL (National Commission for Information Technology and Freedoms)
Automated Decisions: We do not make any decisions based solely on automated processing that would have significant effects on you. Each application is reviewed by a consultant
Data protection contact
If you have any questions regarding the protection of your data, you can contact our reference at the address bonjour@cadran-talents.fr, specifying "Personal data" as an object. We are committed to replying to you as soon as possible.
We treat your information as we would like ours to be — with respect, transparency and attention. If one point is not clear, or if you have any concerns, we are here to talk about it.
Trust is the beginning of any good encounter.