Markut works discreetly with senior executives. This notice explains how we handle the personal and professional information of executives, candidates, and confidential contacts.
Introduction
Discretion is fundamental to executive search. This notice explains how Markut Executive Search GmbH collects, uses, shares, and retains information about the executives we work with—whether you approach us, are introduced to us, or are contacted as part of an assignment. It supplements our Privacy Policy and applies under Swiss data protection law and, where relevant, the EU GDPR.
Who this notice applies to
This notice applies to:
- Executives and candidates
- Board members and advisers
- Referees
- Individuals introduced through professional networks
- Individuals who submit a CV or LinkedIn profile
- Individuals contacted as part of an assignment
What data we collect
Depending on the circumstances, we may process:
- Name
- Telephone number, if provided
- Current position
- Employer
- LinkedIn URL
- CV or profile
- Professional history
- Compensation expectations, if provided
- Mobility and location preferences
- Sector experience
- References
- Interview notes
- Assessment notes
- Shortlist status
- Client feedback
Where the data comes from
We may obtain information from:
- Information you provide directly
- LinkedIn and public professional profiles
- Referrals and business networks
- Clients
- Previous professional contact
- Public company websites and industry sources
How we use the data
We use this information to:
- Assess suitability for executive assignments
- Contact you about relevant opportunities
- Maintain confidential relationship records
- Prepare shortlists
- Support client decision-making
- Manage references and assessments
- Coordinate interviews and introductions
Confidential handling
Your information is handled discreetly. Access is restricted to individuals involved in a relevant assignment or relationship, and information is shared only where appropriate, relevant, and lawful.
Sharing with clients
Where there is a relevant assignment and an appropriate basis, we may share your information with clients, boards, CEOs, investors, or portfolio companies—in a controlled manner and limited to what is relevant to the decision.
Legal bases
We rely on your consent where you have provided information for a specific purpose, and on our overriding legitimate interest in operating a discreet, relationship-led search practice—balanced against your rights. Where the EU GDPR applies, we rely on the corresponding legal bases under Article 6 GDPR.
Retention of CVs and profiles
Retention depends on the context:
- During an active assignment – for the duration of the search process
- Relationship database – for future relevant assignments, reviewed every 24 months
- Deletion – available upon request, provided no legal retention obligation applies
Your rights
You may request access, correction, deletion, or restriction, object to processing, and receive certain data in a portable format; where the GDPR applies, the corresponding rights are available. You may lodge a complaint with the Swiss Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC) or an EU supervisory authority. Further details are available in the Privacy Policy.
No automated decision-making
Executive search decisions are not made solely by automated systems. Our assessments are based on human judgment.
Contact
For questions or to exercise your rights, please contact info@norbertmarkut.ch.