Last updated: 1 January 2026
Soco Organisation (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Who We Are
Soco Organisation
113b East Street
Southampton
SO14 3HD
United Kingdom
📧 Email: info@soco-org.co.uk
2. What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
a) Information you provide to us
Full name
Email address
Phone number
Address
CV, employment history, and application details
Any information submitted via contact forms
b) Information collected automatically
IP address
Browser type and version
Website usage data (pages visited, time on site)
Device information
c) Information from third parties
Recruitment platforms (e.g. Indeed, LinkedIn)
Social media platforms
Event or marketing partners
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
Respond to enquiries and provide services
Process job applications and recruitment activities
Manage client, partner, and candidate relationships
Improve our website and marketing efforts
Send communications (where consent has been given)
Comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on the following lawful bases under UK GDPR:
Consent – for marketing and voluntary submissions
Contract – for recruitment and service delivery
Legitimate Interests – for business operations and growth
Legal Obligation – to comply with UK law
5. How We Share Your Data
We do not sell your data. We may share it with:
Clients and partner organisations (for campaigns or recruitment)
Service providers (IT, hosting, analytics)
Legal or regulatory authorities if required
All third parties are required to process your data securely.
6. Data Retention
We retain data only as necessary:
Job applicants: up to 12 months
Client/partner data: duration of relationship
Marketing data: until consent is withdrawn
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access your data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion
Restrict or object to processing
Withdraw consent at any time
Complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
👉 https://ico.org.uk
8. Data Security
We use appropriate security measures to protect your data from:
Unauthorised access
Loss or misuse
Disclosure or alteration
9. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and analyse traffic. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
10. Third-Party Links
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites linked from our site.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions:
📧 info@soco-org.co.uk
📍 113b East Street, Southampton, SO14 3HD, United Kingdom