Privacy Policy
Version 1.0 - Zurich, September 1, 2026
In this privacy policy, we, Mathieu & Partner AG, together with our preferred partners (collectively "MP", "we", or "us"), describe how we handle your data when you visit our website, use our products and services, communicate with us, or otherwise interact with us. This description is not exhaustive; specific matters may be governed by additional privacy policies, consents, general terms and conditions, or similar documents. "Personal data" refers to any information relating to an identified or identifiable person.
If you provide us with personal data of third parties, we assume that you are authorized to do so and that the data is accurate. By sharing this data, you confirm this and ensure that the individuals concerned have been informed about this policy.
This privacy policy is based on the requirements of the EU General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR") and the Swiss Data Protection Act ("DPA"). Whether and to what extent these laws are applicable in individual cases depends on the specific circumstances.
1. Responsibility
Unless otherwise noted in a specific case, Mathieu & Partner AG is responsible for data processing. Please send any data protection inquiries to: info@mathieupartner.ch
2. Data collection and processing
We primarily process personal data that we receive directly from you in the course of our business relationship (as a candidate, client, reference provider, or business partner) or that is generated through the use of our website and applications.
We primarily process data from publicly accessible sources (the internet, commercial registers, the press, social media) as well as data from authorities or third parties.
Categories of processed data include, but are not limited to:
- Personal data
- Contact details
- Professional data
- Third-party assessments
- Social media data
- Communication records
- Compliance data
- Technical usage data
3. Purposes and Legal Basis for Data Processing
We use your data in your capacity as a candidate, reference provider, client, partner, or employee primarily for the purpose of fulfilling our client engagements, particularly for executive search mandates and related services.
In addition, we process data based on legitimate interests (our own or those of third parties) for the following purposes:
- Further development of our products, the website, and platforms
- Communication with third parties and processing of inquiries
- Compliance obligations
- Marketing and events
- Asserting claims and rights in legal or administrative proceedings.
- Prevention and investigation of criminal acts and misconduct
- Ensuring operational stability
If you have provided consent, we process data based on that consent, provided no other legal basis applies. Consent can be withdrawn at any time, which does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
4. Cookies / Tracking and other technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies on our websites to identify browsers or devices. The purpose is to distinguish visitors, improve functionality, tailor content to your needs, process inquiries, and analyze usage. We do not create visitor profiles from this data.
We also use services such as Google Analytics. These third-party providers measure and evaluate website usage (anonymously) using persistent cookies. Although we assume that the information shared does not constitute personal data, the provider could theoretically draw conclusions about your identity, create profiles, and link this data to your existing accounts. Processing by the provider is carried out in accordance with their own policies; we are only provided with aggregated usage data that does not identify individuals.
By using this website, you consent to the use of these technologies.
5. Data transfer
As part of our business activities and in accordance with the stated purposes, we transfer data to third parties where permitted and appropriate. This is done so that third parties can process data for us or use it for their own purposes. Categories of recipients include:
- Customers, suppliers, subcontractors, and business partners.
- External consultants (accountants, auditors, lawyers).
- Service providers and processors (payment service providers, IT providers).
- Legal and regulatory authorities (upon request or for reporting violations).
- Authorities, courts, or parties in ongoing or potential legal proceedings.
- Parties involved in the prevention, investigation, or prosecution of criminal offenses and the protection of public safety.
- Potential acquirers of business units or assets.
- Affiliated companies of MP.
6. Retention Period
We store your data for as long as is necessary to fulfill contractual and legal obligations or for the purposes pursued. This includes the entire duration of the business relationship as well as any statutory retention periods beyond that. Data may also be retained for as long as claims can be asserted against us or as required by legitimate business interests.
Furthermore, we strive to build trusting relationships with leaders so that we can consider and advise them regarding future career options. We store your personal data in line with this long-term perspective. However, you have the right to withdraw your consent to data storage at any time and request the deletion of your data.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or alteration. Data transmission over the open internet is at your own risk; we assume no liability for security during transmission.
8. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) applications
We use artificial intelligence (AI) technologies as part of our work processes and for the further processing of your data. This includes both the identification of suitable candidates and the automated aggregation of data sets, documents, and text passages.
All automated AI processes are used in strict compliance with the principle of proportionality. To ensure the reliability, accuracy, and validity of the results, the generated content is generally subject to a final review by a natural person.
9. Data protection rights
In accordance with applicable data protection law (FADP, GDPR), you have the following rights in particular:
- To request information about the processing of your data.
- To request the correction of inaccurate data.
- To request the deletion of data.
- To request a restriction on processing or to object to processing.
- To withdraw your consent.
10. Changes to this privacy policy
We reserve the right to amend this privacy policy at any time without notice. The version currently published on this website is the one that applies. If this policy is an important, integral part of an agreement, the version published on this website at the time the contract was concluded shall apply.
Unless otherwise noted in a specific case, Mathieu & Partner AG is responsible for data processing. Please send any data protection inquiries to: info@mathieupartner.ch