Privacy Statement

BDM Associates understands that your privacy is important to you and that you care about how your personal data is used. We respect and value the privacy of all our clients and will only collect and use personal data as described here, in line with our obligations and your rights under the law.

1. Information About Us

BDM Associates, a limited company registered in England.
Address: Bradford, United Kingdom.
Company Number: 12615938.

Email Address: info@bdmassociates.co.uk
Telephone Number: 333 121 0612
Website: www.bdmassociates.co.uk

What Does This Notice Cover?

This Privacy Statement explains how we use your personal data: how it is collected, held, and processed. It also outlines your rights under the law concerning your personal data.

What is Personal Data?

Personal data is defined by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as any information relating to an identifiable person who can be directly or indirectly identified by reference to an identifier. Personal data covers obvious information such as your name and contact details, as well as less obvious information such as identification numbers, electronic location data, and other online identifiers.

The personal data that we use is set out in Part 5, below.

What Are My Rights?

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights, which we work to uphold:

• The right to be informed about our collection and use of your personal data (explained in this Privacy Statement).
• The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
• The right to have your personal data rectified if it is inaccurate or incomplete.
• The right to be forgotten (request deletion of your personal data).
• The right to restrict processing of your personal data.
• The right to object to the use of your personal data for a particular purpose.
• The right to data portability, allowing you to transfer data to another service or business.
• Rights related to automated decision-making and profiling (we do not use your personal data in this way).

For further information or to exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided in Part 11. You may also contact the Information Commissioner’s Office or your local Citizens Advice Bureau.

What Personal Data Do You Collect?

We may collect some or all of the following personal data, depending on your relationship with us:

• Name
• Date of birth
• Gender
• Address
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Business name
• Job title
• Profession
• Payment information
• Preferences and interests
• Identification documents (passport, driving license)
• Proof of address (e.g., utility bill or bank statement)
• Details regarding your matter or transaction
• Feedback that you provide

How Do You Use My Personal Data?

Under the GDPR, we must always have a lawful basis for using personal data. This may be because the data is necessary for performance of a contract, with your consent, or for legitimate business interests. Your personal data may be used for purposes such as:

• Supplying our services to you.
• Personalizing and tailoring our services.
• Communicating with you in response to emails or calls.
• Sending information by email and/or post that you have opted into (you may unsubscribe or opt-out at any time by contacting us at info@bdmassociates.co.uk).

With your permission and/or where permitted by law, we may also use your personal data for marketing purposes, such as contacting you by email, telephone, text message, and post with information about our services. We do not engage in unlawful marketing or spam and will protect your rights and comply with the GDPR and Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003.

How Long Will You Keep My Personal Data?

We will retain your personal data only as long as necessary. Typically, we hold your personal data for six years after your file is closed to meet regulatory requirements and to potentially defend any claim against us within the limitation period.

How and Where Do You Store or Transfer My Personal Data?

We store and process your personal data within the UK, ensuring full protection under the GDPR.

Do You Share My Personal Data?

We will not share your personal data with third parties, except when legally required or to comply with regulatory or accreditation requirements for audit purposes.

How Can I Access My Personal Data?

To request details of personal data we hold about you or to obtain a copy, please contact us at info@bdmassociates.co.uk. We aim to respond within one month and may charge a fee only if your request is excessive or repetitive.

Changes to this Privacy Notice

We may update this Privacy Notice as necessary to reflect changes in the law or our business. Updates will be available on our website.