GDPR & Privacy Notice

Leichter Advisors (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of individuals in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process personal data including, but not limited to:

  • Name, job title, employer

  • Professional contact information (email address, phone number)

  • Career history, qualifications, and professional preferences

  • Information shared through correspondence, meetings, or our website

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly provided and necessary for a legitimate business purpose.

2. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Legitimate interest (e.g., executive search, talent advisory, business development)

  • Consent, where explicitly given

  • Contractual necessity, where applicable

  • Legal obligation, where required

3. How We Use Personal Data

Personal data is used solely for purposes related to:

  • Executive search and talent advisory services

  • Client relationship management

  • Professional communications

  • Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell personal data.

4. Data Sharing

Personal data may be shared only with:

  • Clients, where relevant to a search or advisory engagement

  • Trusted third-party service providers supporting our operations (e.g., IT systems), under strict confidentiality and data protection agreements

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Data may be periodically reviewed and deleted or anonymized.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time (where consent is the basis)

  • Request data portability, where applicable

Requests will be addressed within 30 days.

8. Contact

To exercise your rights or for any privacy-related inquiries, please contact:

Leichter Advisors
Email: info@leichteradvisors.com