Terms of Use

Last updated: January 2024

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the lumen-grid website (lumen-grid.com) and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site.

2. Definitions

In these Terms of Use:

• "We", "us", "our" refers to lumen-grid
• "You", "your" refers to the user or viewer of our website
• "Services" refers to our recruitment and HR services
• "Website" refers to lumen-grid.com and all associated pages
• "Content" refers to all text, images, data, and other materials on our website

3. Use of Website

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Transmit any material that is defamatory, offensive, or otherwise objectionable
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with the proper working of the website
• Use automated systems to access the website without permission
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Collect or harvest personal information from the website

4. Recruitment Services

4.1 For Employers (Clients)

When engaging our recruitment services:

• You warrant that all information provided about vacancies is accurate and complete
• You agree to our fee structure as communicated before engagement
• Fees become payable upon successful placement of a candidate
• Guarantee periods and terms are as specified in your service agreement
• You must not approach candidates introduced by us directly without our involvement

4.2 For Candidates

When using our services as a candidate:

• You warrant that all information in your CV and applications is true and accurate
• You consent to us sharing your details with prospective employers
• You understand that registration does not guarantee placement
• You agree to inform us promptly of any changes to your circumstances

5. Intellectual Property

The content on our website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of lumen-grid or its content suppliers and is protected by UK and international copyright laws.

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or republish any content without written permission
• Modify or create derivative works from our content
• Use our trademarks or logos without authorisation
• Remove any copyright or proprietary notices from our materials

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of content
• Warranties that the website will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Warranties regarding the results obtained from using our services

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, lumen-grid shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, revenue, or business
• Loss of data or information
• Business interruption
• Personal injury or property damage

Our total liability for any claims arising from your use of our website or services shall not exceed the fees you have paid us in the twelve months preceding the claim.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless lumen-grid and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of our website or services
• Your violation of these Terms of Use
• Your violation of any rights of a third party
• Any content you submit or transmit through our website

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites.

10. Confidentiality

We treat all information shared with us in the course of providing our services as confidential. However, we may disclose information:

• To prospective employers in the recruitment process (with candidate consent)
• When required by law or court order
• To protect our rights or safety

11. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website and services at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms of Use or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties.

12. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and any service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and lumen-grid regarding the use of our website and services.

15. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

lumen-grid
47 Commerce Square
Birmingham B3 2QZ
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]