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Disclaimer and Privacy Statement for Job Applicants

By submitting an application to PKF Al Bassam Chartered Accountants ("the Company") through this website, you hereby acknowledge and agree to the following terms regarding the collection, use, storage, and processing of your personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia:

1. Collection of Personal Data
The Company collects and processes personal data that you provide when applying for a position, including but not limited to:
•	Full name, nationality, gender, and date of birth.
•	Contact information such as email address, phone number, and physical address.
•	Identification and work authorization documentation, such as national ID, passport, residency permit (Iqama), or visa.
•	Educational qualifications, employment history, references, and any other information related to your work experience.
•	Any sensitive personal data you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to health information, if necessary for the application process.
The personal data collected is limited to what is necessary for the recruitment process, in compliance with the principle of data minimization under PDPL.
2. Purpose of Data Processing
Your personal data is collected and processed for the following purposes:
•	Evaluating your qualifications and suitability for the position(s) you have applied for.
•	Contacting you regarding your application, including scheduling interviews and further communication throughout the recruitment process.
•	Complying with legal obligations related to employment and labor laws in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
•	Creating and maintaining records related to your application and possible employment within the Company.
•	Conducting background checks and verifying the information provided during the recruitment process.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
The processing of your personal data is conducted in accordance with the legal obligations under PDPL, specifically with regard to:
•	The fulfillment of a legitimate interest in conducting recruitment processes.
•	Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements governing labor and employment in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
•	Your  consent, where required, for the processing of sensitive personal data or for the transfer of your personal data outside the Kingdom.
4. Consent for Sensitive Data
By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of any sensitive personal data you provide voluntarily, such as health information, to the extent necessary for the recruitment process. You also have the right to withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at the address provided below.
dpo.sa@pkf.com 
5. Data Sharing and Transfer
The Company may share your personal data with third parties, including:
•	Service providers involved in the recruitment process (e.g., background check companies, assessment providers, recruitment agencies).
•	Government entities as required by law, such as the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI), or other regulatory bodies.
•	In cases where it is necessary to transfer your personal data to countries outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, we will ensure that such transfer is carried out in compliance with the applicable data protection laws.
6. Data Security and Privacy by Design
The Company takes reasonable steps to ensure that your personal data is securely stored and protected against unauthorized access, loss, destruction, or alteration. We employ industry-standard technical and organizational measures to safeguard the data you provide, and we adhere to the principles of privacy by design and by default in all our data processing activities.
7. Data Retention
Your personal data will be retained for the duration of the recruitment process and for a period of 2 years unless you request deletion earlier. Should you wish to be considered for future vacancies, we may retain your information for an extended period with your consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time.
8. Your Rights
Under PDPL, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data:
•	Access: You have the right to access your personal data and request information about how it is being used and processed.
•	Rectification: You have the right to request the correction or updating of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
•	Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations that may require us to retain certain data.
•	Restriction: You may request that we restrict the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.
•	Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data if the processing is based on legitimate interest.
•	Data Portability: Where applicable, you have the right to request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
•	Withdraw Consent: You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
To exercise any of these rights, or for any inquiries regarding your personal data, please contact our dpo.sa@pkf.com . You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Saudi Data & Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) if you believe your data has been misused.
9. Automated Decision-Making
If any part of the recruitment process involves automated decision-making, we will ensure that human intervention is available upon request, and you will have the right to contest any decisions made solely by automated processes.
10. Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach involving your personal data, we will promptly notify both you and the relevant authorities, including the Saudi Data & Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), as required by law.
11. Changes to this Disclaimer
The Company reserves the right to modify or update this disclaimer at any time to comply with legal obligations or reflect changes in our data processing practices. Any changes will be communicated via this website, and we recommend that you review this disclaimer periodically to stay informed of any updates.
By clicking "I Accept" or submitting your application through this website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the collection, processing, and use of your personal data as outlined in this disclaimer.
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