Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 18-11-2025

Pacific Bridge Ventures (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of personal information entrusted to us by candidates, clients, website visitors, and business partners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with us or use our services.

By accessing our website, submitting your information, or engaging with our recruitment and workforce services, you acknowledge and consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

Pacific Bridge Ventures F.Z.E
Registered Office: Ajman Free Zone, C1 Building, B.C 1303265, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Street, Al Bustan – 1, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
Branch Office: 11, San Fernando, Cebu, Philippines
Email: info@pacificbridgeventures.org
Call: +971 (04) 576 4390

Pacific Bridge Ventures is a UAE-based recruitment and workforce solutions company with operations in Southeast Asia. We specialize in bridging global talent and providing end-to-end recruitment services for employers and job seekers.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

a. Candidate Information

  • Name, address, email, phone number
  • Resume/CV, work experience, education
  • Certifications, licenses, and professional qualifications
  • Employment history and references
  • Nationality, visa status, and work eligibility
  • Skills, preferences, and career interests

b. Client & Business Partner Information

  • Contact details (name, email, phone number)
  • Company details and business requirements
  • Billing, invoicing, and contractual information

c. Website & Technical Data

  • IP address, browser type, device information
  • Cookies, analytics data, browsing behavior
  • Form submissions and inquiries

d. Sensitive Personal Data

Only when required by law or for international recruitment compliance, such as:

  • Medical fitness documents
  • Background checks
  • Security clearances
    We collect such data only with your explicit consent.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to provide and improve our recruitment and workforce services, including:

  • Matching candidates with suitable job opportunities
  • Communicating with you regarding job applications or hiring needs
  • Screening, assessments, and background verification
  • Facilitating interviews and onboarding processes
  • Providing clients with shortlisted candidate profiles
  • Maintaining business relationships and service delivery
  • Ensuring compliance with UAE, Philippine, and international labor regulations
  • Improving website performance and user experience
  • Internal reporting, analytics, and quality control

We never sell or misuse any personal data.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

  • Your consent
  • Contractual necessity (in recruitment processes)
  • Legitimate business interests
  • Compliance with applicable laws (labor, immigration, and data protection regulations)

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Employers or clients seeking to hire talent
  • Background verification agencies
  • Government authorities (when legally required)
  • Technology providers supporting our operations
  • Partner recruitment agencies (only when necessary)

All third parties are required to protect your data and use it only for authorized purposes.

6. International Data Transfers

As a cross-regional organization, we may transfer personal data between the UAE, Philippines, and other countries where hiring clients operate.
We ensure all transfers comply with:

  • UAE data protection laws
  • Philippine Data Privacy Act
  • International data security standards

7. Data Storage & Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as needed to:

  • Fulfill recruitment purposes
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes and support business operations

You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 10).

8. Security of Your Information

We implement strict administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

  • Secure servers and encrypted storage
  • Restricted access to authorized personnel
  • Regular system monitoring
  • Compliance with global data security standards

However, no data transmission method is 100% secure, and we encourage you to exercise caution when sharing sensitive information online.

9. Data Protection & Confidentiality(GDPR Compliance)

We uphold the highest standards of data privacy and security, in full compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and equivalent local data protection laws.

  • All personal data collected during the recruitment process is handled with strict confidentiality.
  • Information is stored securely and used solely for legitimate recruitment purposes.
  • Candidates have full transparency and control over how their data is processed. Our internal systems are continuously updated to ensure that sensitive information — whether belonging to candidates, clients, or employees — is safeguarded against unauthorized access or misuse.

10. Use of Cookies

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to:

  • Improve site functionality
  • Enhance user experience
  • Analyze traffic and visitor behavior

You may disable cookies in your browser at any time.

11. Your Rights

Depending on local regulations, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct or update your information
  • Request data deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”)
  • Withdraw consent
  • Request a copy of your data
  • Object to processing
  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at:
📧 info@pacificbridgeventures.org

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain external links. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Updated versions will be posted on our website with a new revision date.

14. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Pacific Bridge Ventures
📧 Email: info@pacificbridgeventures.org
📞 Call: +971 (04) 576 4390
📍 Registered Office: Ajman Free Zone C1 Building, Ajman, UAE
📍 Branch Office: San Fernando, Cebu, Philippines