Last updated: 01/Nov/2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to HJ Group (“we”, “our”, “us”).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit www.hjgroup.com or contact us through our forms, emails, or other digital channels.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled responsibly, in line with applicable data protection laws, including the UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL).
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Who We Are
HJ Group is a diversified business group headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with brands in real estate, holiday homes, travel, healthcare, food & beverage, and investments.
Our corporate contact details are:
info@hjgroup.com
3. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information in several ways:
a) Information you provide directly:
• Name, email, and phone number (via contact or career forms)
• Resume/CV and employment details (for job applications)
• Inquiry details or messages sent to us
b) Information collected automatically:
• IP address, browser type, and device data
• Website usage data via analytics tools (Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, etc.)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see “Cookies Policy”)
c) Information from third parties:
• Public sources such as LinkedIn or business directories (for B2B outreach)
• Partners or affiliates where you have given consent to share data
4. How We Use Your Information
We process personal information to:
• Respond to inquiries and service requests
• Process career applications and communicate about job opportunities
• Improve website content and user experience
• Send business or marketing communications (only with your consent)
• Meet legal and regulatory obligations
We will only use your information for legitimate business purposes and will never sell or rent your data to third parties.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UAE PDPL and other data protection laws, we process your personal data based on:
• Your consent (e.g., when submitting forms or subscribing to updates)
• Legitimate interest (to operate and improve our business)
• Contractual necessity (to fulfill service or partnership requests)
• Legal compliance (to meet obligations under UAE laws)
6. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We may share limited data with:
• HJ Group subsidiaries and affiliated brands for operational purposes
• Service providers (IT, hosting, email marketing, recruitment platforms) under confidentiality agreements
• Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law
All partners and service providers are bound by confidentiality and data-protection obligations.
7. International Data Transfers
Where personal data is transferred outside the UAE (for example, cloud hosting or analytics services), we ensure it is protected by appropriate safeguards consistent with the PDPL and other applicable laws.
8. Data Retention
We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected — typically:
• Contact and inquiry data: up to 24 months
• CVs and career data: up to 12 months (unless you request deletion sooner)
• Analytics data: as per standard platform retention periods
When no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Your Rights
Under UAE PDPL and similar privacy laws, you have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Object to processing or marketing communications
• Lodge a complaint with the UAE Data Office or relevant authority
To exercise your rights, please contact: privacy@hjgroup.com
10. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
HJ Group uses cookies and analytics to improve website performance and personalize content.
For more details, please read our Cookies Policy.
You can adjust your cookie preferences through your browser settings at any time.
11. Data Security
We implement strong administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse — including encrypted data storage, secure servers, and limited staff access.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party sites (e.g., brand partners, booking or payment systems).
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
13. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
Revisions will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
Privacy Officer – HJ Group
info@hjgroup.com