Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2026
1. Introduction
Ibtidah ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our executive finance recruitment and headhunting services.
We operate in accordance with applicable data protection laws in the jurisdictions we serve, including relevant regulations in the UAE and wider international standards where applicable.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a) Personal Information:
Name
Contact details (email address, phone number, mailing address)
Company name and job title
Professional background (CV, employment history, qualifications)
Any information you provide as part of a recruitment or hiring process
b) Non-Personal Information:
Browser type and version
Operating system
IP address
Date and time of visits
Pages viewed and website interactions
3. How We Collect Information
We collect information through:
Direct interactions (e.g., submitting forms, candidate applications, client enquiries)
Automated technologies (e.g., cookies and analytics tools)
Third parties (e.g., referrals, professional networks, or publicly available sources, where permitted by law)
4. Use of Your Information
We use your information to:
Deliver executive finance recruitment and headhunting services
Match candidates with relevant finance leadership roles
Communicate with clients and candidates
Manage recruitment processes and placements
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Improve our website, services, and user experience
5. Disclosure of Your Information
We may share your information with:
Clients seeking finance leadership talent (as part of the recruitment process)
Service providers supporting our operations
Legal, regulatory, or governmental authorities where required
Professional advisers (e.g., legal or financial consultants)
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil recruitment purposes, maintain professional records, and comply with legal obligations, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Restrict or object to processing
Request transfer of your data
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
9. International Data Transfers
Given the global nature of executive recruitment, your information may be transferred and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction. We take appropriate measures to ensure your data remains protected in line with applicable laws.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for professionals and are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Ibtidah
Email: info@ibtidah.ae
13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws of the United Arab Emirates. Any disputes arising in connection with this policy shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Dubai, UAE.
