Cookies Policy
Last Updated: March 2026
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used by website owners in order to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information. Cookies help us recognise your device and store information about your past actions and preferences, ensuring a smoother journey through our organisation’s recruitment story.
2. How we use cookies
The Recruitment Story relies on cookies to serve both our candidates and clients across the UK and Europe. In the transport sector, precision and people are key; cookies help us ensure that your job search results are relevant, your applications are tracked accurately, and our insights reach the right mid-management professionals. We use this data to refine our boutique service and ensure our digital platform is technically stable and responsive for a sector we all care about.
3. Types of cookies we use
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for you to browse the website and use its features, such as accessing secure areas or submitting recruitment forms. Without these, our portal cannot function correctly.
- Performance and Analytics: We use analytical tools to understand how our users engage with transport leadership roles and blog posts. This data—which is anonymous and aggregated—helps us identify which parts of our site are most valuable to our community.
- Functionality Cookies: These allow our site to remember choices you make, such as region-specific settings or preferred search filters, enabling a more personalised experience.
- Advertising and Marketing: We may use these to track the effectiveness of our recruitment advertisements on professional networks like LinkedIn, ensuring we are connecting with the right sector experts.
4. Blog, Forms, and Bookings
When you comment on our blog, use our contact forms, or schedule a consultation through our booking tools, specific technical cookies are activated. These ensure your input is captured correctly and securely, preventing technical errors and ensuring your messages reach us without delay while you explore future leadership opportunities.
5. Third-party tools and content
We may integrate content from third-party platforms such as social media feeds or professional networks. These providers may set their own cookies on your device if you interact with their content (for example, by clicking a 'Share' or 'Like' button). We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies.
6. How to manage cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline them if you prefer. However, please be aware that disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features or services on our website. You can also clear your cookie history at any time through your browser's privacy settings.
7. Duration of cookies
Cookies are classified as either 'session' (which are erased when you close your browser) or 'persistent' (which remain on your device for a pre-defined period). We use both types to ensure reliable site performance and to remember your preferences for future visits as you navigate your career journey.
8. Contact information
If you have any questions regarding this Cookies Policy, please contact us at caroline@therecruitmentstory.com or call 07711 293144. This policy is written to provide transparency to our UK and EU users in compliance with data privacy standards. Notice: This content is for informational purposes and does not constitute formal legal advice.