Terms & Conditions

Terms and Conditions for Barrington James Ltd and Associated Companies

Effective Date: [08.10.2024]

1. Introduction

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the Barrington James website (the "Site"). By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

2. Definitions

• “User” refers to any individual or entity accessing the Site.
• “Services” refers to the recruitment services provided by Barrington James.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use our Site. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement.

4. User Responsibilities

Users agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process.
• Maintain the confidentiality of their account credentials.
• Notify Barrington James immediately of any unauthorized use of their account.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Barrington James and is protected by intellectual property laws. Users may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any content without prior written permission.

6. Services Provided

Barrington James provides recruitment services to both job seekers and employers, including:

• Job postings
• Candidate screening
• Interview scheduling
• Other related services

7. Limitations of Liability

Barrington James is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use or inability to use the Site or its services.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. Barrington James does not endorse these sites and is not responsible for their content or practices.

9. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information. The full Privacy Policy is available at:

https://www.barringtonjames.com/privacy-policy/

10. Modifications to Terms

Barrington James reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting on the Site. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England & Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved in the courts of England & Wales.

12. SMS Notification Terms

Where you opt in to receive SMS text messages from us, the following additional terms apply.

12.1 Purpose of SMS Notifications

Our SMS notifications are designed to:

• Remind you of your job opportunities.
• Inform you of interview scheduling and confirmations, and other essential updates regarding your employment related to Barrington James.

12.2 Opt-In and Consent

By providing your phone number and opting into our SMS notifications, you confirm that you are the owner or authorized user of the phone number provided. You consent to receive recurring automated text messages (SMS, MMS) from us regarding your job opportunities and other important notifications. Consent is not required to make any purchase from us. Message frequency may vary, but you can generally expect to receive between 1-5 messages per week.

12.3 Opt-Out Instructions

Your consent to receive automated texts is entirely voluntary. You may opt out at any time:

• To stop receiving messages, reply “STOP” to any SMS message from us.
• You may also email us at info@barringtonjames.com with your opt-out request.

After you opt out, you will receive a final confirmation message, and no further messages will be sent to your number unless you re-enroll.

12.4 Help and Support

If you are experiencing issues with our SMS notifications or need assistance, you can:

• Reply with the keyword “HELP” to any message.
• Email us directly at info@barringtonjames.com.

12.5 Message and Data Rates

Standard message and data rates may apply for any messages sent to you from us and from you to us. Please consult your mobile service provider for details regarding your text plan or data rates.

12.6 Privacy and Data Security

We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. Your data will be used solely for the purposes described in this policy, such as managing your service appointments, processing payments, and ensuring proper communication regarding your services.

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information with third parties only as required by law, for billing and payment processing, or to fulfil our contractual obligations.

12.7 Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. After this period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

12.8 Compliance with Regulations

We comply with all relevant laws and regulations, including the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and CTIA guidelines. Our practices ensure that you can easily manage your preferences, and we provide clear instructions for opting in or out of our SMS notifications.

12.9 Participation Requirements

To participate in our SMS notifications service, you must:

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Own a wireless device capable of two-way messaging.
• Be a subscriber to a wireless service with text messaging capabilities. Please note that not all mobile carriers support this service.

12.10 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold us harmless from any privacy, tort, or other claims, including claims under the TCPA or any state law equivalents, arising from your voluntary provision of a telephone number that is not owned by you and/or your failure to notify us of any changes to your mobile telephone number.

12.11 Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

By using our SMS notifications service, you agree to resolve any disputes with us on an individual basis and not as part of any class or representative action. You waive your right to a trial by jury and agree that any claims will be resolved through final and binding arbitration. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not participate in the service.

13. Contact Information

For any questions regarding these Terms, including our SMS notifications service, please contact us at:

• Email: info@barringtonjames.com
• Phone: +44 (0)1293 776644