Data Processing in the Employment Context
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Is an identified legal basis required in order to collect or process personal data or sensitive personal data in the employment context?

Last review date: 10 December 2024

Yes.

Can consent be validly obtained in the employment context?

Last review date: 10 December 2024

Yes, same as for data subjects outside the employment context.

Prior, express and informed consent from employees should be obtained.

Has the data privacy regulator issued guidance on use of artificial intelligence, automated decision making or profiling in an employment context – for example, relating to use in employee monitoring or hiring?

Last review date: 10 December 2024

Yes. The regulator has issued guidance on using artificial intelligence through the External Circular No. 002 of 2024. No guidance has been provided regarding employment-related matters.