Privacy Policy

SEAhub Asia (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the personal data of individuals who apply for employment with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA) of Malaysia.

By submitting your application through our Careers page, you consent to the processing of your personal data as described in this Policy.

1. Personal Data We Collect

When you apply for a role or refer a connection to SEAhub Asia, we may collect personal data including but not limited to:

• Full name, contact details (email address, phone number, address)

• Employment history, qualifications, skills, certifications, and resume/CV

• Academic records and professional credentials

• Referee or reference information

• Any additional information voluntarily provided through the application form, during the recruitment process or for the referral program

Where permitted by law, we may also collect information relevant to background or suitability checks.

2. Purpose of Collection and Use

Your personal data is collected and processed for purposes including:

• Assessing your suitability for current or future employment opportunities

• Verifying information provided in your application

• Conducting reference checks and background checks where necessary and lawful

• Communicating with you regarding your application or recruitment process

• Maintaining recruitment records and talent databases

• Complying with legal, regulatory, and internal governance requirements

Your personal data will not be used for purposes other than recruitment-related activities without your consent, unless required or permitted by law.

3. Disclosure of Personal Data

We may disclose your personal data to:

• Internal teams involved in recruitment and hiring decisions

• Third-party service providers engaged to assist with recruitment, background screening, or verification processes

• Regulatory or legal authorities where required by law

All third parties are required to handle your personal data in a manner consistent with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

4. Data Retention

Your personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including for consideration of future opportunities, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

When personal data is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to securely delete or anonymise it.

5. Data Security

SEAhub Asia takes reasonable technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

6. Accuracy of Personal Data

You are responsible for ensuring that the personal data you provide is accurate, complete, and up to date. You may notify us of any changes or corrections to your personal data during the recruitment process.

7. Your Rights Under PDPA

Subject to the PDPA, you have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data held by us

• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data

• Withdraw consent for the processing of your personal data (subject to legal and contractual limitations)

Please note that withdrawal of consent may affect our ability to continue processing your application.

8. Consent

By submitting your application through our Careers page, you:

• Consent to the collection, use, processing, and disclosure of your personal data as described in this Privacy Policy

• Acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

SEAhub Asia reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page and will take effect immediately upon publication.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, you may contact us via the Contact page in our official website.