HR Information Transfer Policy

HR INFORMATION TRANSFER POLICY

Purpose and Scope

This policy establishes requirements and procedures governing the transfer, disclosure, and handling of employee personal information by Human Resources and affiliated departments. It applies to all employees, contractors, third-party vendors, and temporary personnel who request, transmit, receive, or store employee information for business, legal, or administrative purposes.

Definitions

"Employee Personal Information" means any information that identifies or can reasonably be used to identify an employee, including but not limited to name, contact data, payroll data, tax identifiers, benefits information, performance records, and background check results.

"Transfer" means any disclosure, transmission, or provision of access to Employee Personal Information to another internal department, affiliated entity, external vendor, or other third party.

Authorized Uses and Legal Basis

HR may transfer employee information only when there is a documented legal basis such as employment administration, compliance with a legal obligation, legitimate business interest, or employee consent where required. Transfers must be limited to the minimum data necessary to accomplish the permitted purpose.

Personal Information (Employee Record)

Position Information

Employment History (Most Recent)

Employment History (Previous)

Education

References

Policy — Transfer Controls and Requirements

All transfers of Employee Personal Information must adhere to the following mandatory controls:

1. Authorized recipients: Transfers are permitted only to recipients with a documented business need and appropriate authorization. Requests must be recorded and retained in the HR transfer log.

2. Minimum necessary: Only the least amount of data required to fulfill the purpose shall be transferred.

3. Secure channels: Electronic transfers must use encrypted channels approved by Information Security. Physical records must be transported in sealed, labeled envelopes and logged.

4. Third-party transfers: Contracts with vendors receiving Employee Personal Information must include confidentiality, limited use, data security, breach notification, and return or destruction obligations.

Transfer Request / Authorization

Personal identification (name, address, contact)

Payroll and tax information

Benefits enrollment and HR records

Background check and screening results

Encrypted electronic transfer

Secure file-share portal

Physical document transfer (logged)

Third-Party and Cross-Border Transfers

Transfers to external vendors or recipients in other jurisdictions require documented legal and contractual safeguards. Where cross-border transfers occur, HR must document the legal mechanism authorizing the transfer and ensure adequate protections are in place consistent with applicable law.

Security, Logging, and Audit

All transfers must be recorded in the HR transfer log, including requester, recipient, categories of data, purpose, approval, transmission method, and retention instructions. HR and Information Security will periodically audit transfer logs and procedures for compliance.

Breach Notification and Incident Response

Any unauthorized disclosure or suspected breach involving transferred employee information must be reported immediately to Information Security and HR. The organization will follow established incident response procedures and provide notifications as required by law.

Training and Responsibilities

HR is responsible for enforcing this policy, maintaining transfer logs, and approving transfers. Employees and authorized personnel must complete required training on data transfer controls and handling of Employee Personal Information.

Legal Disclosures

At-Will Employment: Employment with the organization is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice, unless otherwise specified in a written contract signed by an authorized representative.

Equal Opportunity: The organization provides equal employment opportunities and will not discriminate based on protected characteristics. HR will not transfer or share personal data in a manner that would facilitate unlawful discrimination.

Authorization to Contact and Background Checks

By acknowledging this policy, the employee authorizes HR to contact prior employers and references for verification purposes and consents to background checks where required for employment, subject to applicable laws and safeguards.

I authorize HR to contact previous employers and conduct required background checks in accordance with this policy.

Exceptions and Approval

Exceptions to this policy require written justification and approval by HR leadership. Exceptions will be documented, time-limited, and subject to review and audit.

Violations and Enforcement

Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination, and may also result in civil or criminal penalties where applicable. HR and Legal will determine appropriate remedies for policy breaches.

Employee Acknowledgment and Certification

I certify that I have received, read, and understand the HR Information Transfer Policy. I agree to comply with its terms, to protect Employee Personal Information, and to report any suspected unauthorized disclosures promptly. I acknowledge that noncompliance may result in disciplinary action.

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