A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 27701 for Sourcing Specialists in Compliance-Focused Recruitment
Build deeper command of privacy frameworks that define modern talent acquisition
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12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Who this is for
Sourcing Specialist operating in regulated recruitment environments where candidate data privacy and compliance transparency are core deliverables
Who this is not for
Entry-level recruiters without exposure to compliance frameworks or data handling policies
What you walk away with
- Map ISO 27701 controls directly to candidate sourcing workflows
- Respond confidently to client audits with referenceable implementation logic
- Differentiate engagements using structured privacy compliance language
- Lead internal alignment on candidate data handling using the standard as anchor
- Turn privacy compliance from overhead into strategic advantage
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Introduction to ISO 27701 and the Privacy Landscape
Understand the evolution of privacy standards and how ISO 27701 extends ISO 27001 to protect personally identifiable information in talent data systems.
12 chapters in this module
- What ISO 27701 regulates
- Relationship to GDPR and CCPA
- Core terminology: PII, GDPR-H, privacy scope
- Why recruitment is a high-exposure function
- Compliance as competitive advantage
- Defining the data controller vs processor
- Boundaries of candidate data handling
- Key differences from SOC 2
- Privacy by design principles
- Framework structure overview
- Roles in implementation
- How auditors interpret compliance
Module 2. Candidate Data Inventory and Classification
Build a comprehensive map of candidate data flows and classify them according to ISO 27701 sensitivity levels.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying data sources
- Mapping GDPR-H categories
- Data flow from sourcing to onboarding
- Storage locations and access points
- Third-party vendor data exposure
- Retention schedule alignment
- Anonymization vs pseudonymization
- Candidate consent tracking
- Data minimization in practice
- Privacy notices for recruitment
- Jurisdictional data transfer rules
- Audit-ready documentation
Module 3. Privacy Control Mapping for Recruitment
Apply ISO 27701 Annex A controls directly to sourcing operations and candidate engagement workflows.
12 chapters in this module
- Annex A.8.1.1 data protection
- A.8.2.1 consent management
- A.8.3.1 data sharing policies
- A.8.4.1 retention rules
- A.8.5.1 breach response planning
- A.8.6.1 cross-border transfer
- A.8.7.1 transparency obligations
- Linking controls to job boards
- Applicant tracking system alignment
- Vendor screening checklists
- Candidate communication templates
- Internal reporting pathways
Module 4. Implementing Privacy by Design in Talent Workflows
Embed privacy controls at each stage of candidate interaction, from outreach to onboarding.
12 chapters in this module
- Early-stage data minimization
- Consent in job descriptions
- Privacy notice delivery methods
- Candidate data access rights
- Data subject request handling
- Automated decision-making disclosures
- Right to explanation in screening
- Vendor pre-qualification questions
- Resume parsing compliance
- Chatbot data capture rules
- Interview scheduling privacy
- Post-offer data retention
Module 5. Vendor and Partner Privacy Oversight
Establish control over third parties handling candidate data, from assessment platforms to onboarding tools.
12 chapters in this module
- Assessment platform compliance
- ATS vendor audits
- Background check providers
- Onboarding software selection
- SLA privacy clauses
- Data processing agreements
- Sub-processor tracking
- Shared responsibility models
- Penetration test reviews
- Cloud provider alignment
- Exit protocols for vendors
- Ongoing monitoring checklists
Module 6. Internal Policy Development and Rollout
Create and deploy role-specific privacy policies that stick across distributed recruitment teams.
12 chapters in this module
- Policy drafting for sourcing teams
- Manager training modules
- Candidate data access tiers
- Incident escalation paths
- Quarterly compliance refreshers
- Documented escalation authority
- Internal audit preparation
- Privacy champion networks
- Version control for policies
- Feedback loops from recruiters
- Alignment with HR leadership
- Metrics for compliance adoption
Module 7. Audit Preparation and Evidence Compilation
Generate the exact artefacts auditors expect to see for ISO 27701 compliance in recruitment contexts.
12 chapters in this module
- SoA compilation for sourcing
- Control implementation records
- Candidate data flow diagrams
- Retention schedule documentation
- Consent tracking logs
- Breach simulation exercises
- Interviewer compliance checks
- ATS audit trail access
- Vendor compliance summaries
- Privacy impact assessment examples
- Training attendance records
- Policy sign-off templates
Module 8. Privacy Incident Response for Talent Teams
Respond to candidate data breaches or inquiries with structured, compliant protocols.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying reportable incidents
- 72-hour notification workflows
- Candidate communication scripts
- Regulatory reporting thresholds
- Internal investigation steps
- Forensic data preservation
- Legal counsel engagement
- Public relations coordination
- Root cause documentation
- Post-incident policy updates
- Vendor breach liability
- Audit trail preservation
Module 9. Cross-Functional Alignment on Privacy Standards
Lead alignment between legal, security, and recruitment teams using ISO 27701 as a common language.
12 chapters in this module
- Legal team collaboration points
- Security team data handoffs
- Compliance team reporting
- Client-facing proposal inputs
- Executive summary templates
- Risk committee updates
- Finance team data use cases
- Marketing opt-in alignment
- IT infrastructure coordination
- Facilities team data handling
- Vendor governance forums
- Executive sponsorship pathways
Module 10. Client-Facing Privacy Assurance in RPO
Position your service as privacy-advanced using ISO 27701 as proof of candidate data stewardship.
12 chapters in this module
- RFP response templates
- Client audit readiness
- Transparency in proposals
- Differentiation from competitors
- Privacy maturity assessments
- Case study development
- Client onboarding checklists
- Quarterly compliance updates
- Joint incident planning
- Data processing addenda
- Third-party validation paths
- Client escalation protocols
Module 11. Continuous Improvement and Recertification
Maintain ISO 27701 compliance through ongoing review cycles and adaptive control updates.
12 chapters in this module
- Annual control reviews
- Policy refresh timelines
- Employee retraining cycles
- Vendor re-certification
- Audit finding resolution
- Control gap identification
- Benchmarking against NIST
- Updating for new regulations
- Feedback from candidate inquiries
- Lessons from incident reports
- Technology changes impact
- Roadmap for enhancement
Module 12. From Compliance to Strategic Advantage
Leverage deep framework mastery to influence product strategy, client selection, and team structure.
12 chapters in this module
- Pricing based on compliance
- Client tier alignment
- Service offering expansion
- Talent team upskilling
- Compliance as sales asset
- Market differentiation
- Strategic vendor partnerships
- Privacy innovation pilots
- Thought leadership outputs
- Internal certification programs
- Client advisory board input
- Future of work positioning
How this maps to your situation
- When preparing for a client audit
- During vendor selection cycles
- When updating internal privacy policies
- In response to candidate data inquiries
Before vs. after
Before
Reactive responses to privacy questions, reliance on legal for basic guidance, inconsistent documentation across teams
After
Proactive control implementation, audit-ready artefacts on demand, recognized as internal expert on candidate data governance
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 3 hours per module, designed to be completed over 6-8 weeks with real-world application between modules.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance overviews, this course delivers role-specific implementation patterns for sourcing specialists, with exact language, templates, and workflows used in RPO environments that pass external audit scrutiny.
Frequently asked
Is this course specific to recruitment or RPO?
Yes, all examples, templates, and workflows are drawn from RPO and talent acquisition environments.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does this cover GDPR and CCPA?
Yes, through the lens of ISO 27701 control mapping and candidate data handling.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed to be completed over 6-8 weeks with real-world application between modules..
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