Introduction
Audessus Global , together with its related entities and affiliates worldwide (“Audessus Global”, “we”, “our” or “us”), is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality and security of personal information entrusted to us. Audessus Global is domiciled in Victoria, Australia, and operates globally, advising private clients, corporations, institutions and governments. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, hold, use, disclose, store and protect personal information, and how individuals may exercise their rights in relation to that information.
This Privacy Policy applies globally to all personal information processed by Audessus Global, whether collected through our website, during the course of providing advisory services, through professional interactions, events, communications, or otherwise. Where local law imposes additional requirements, we comply with those requirements to the extent applicable.
Personal Information We Collect
We collect personal information that is reasonably necessary for our business activities as a global advisory firm. This may include identifying information such as names, titles, professional affiliations, contact details, and business addresses; information relating to professional roles, expertise, and institutional relationships; information provided in the course of advisory engagements; correspondence and communications; information collected through our website, including technical data and usage information; and any other information voluntarily provided to us or lawfully obtained from third parties.
In limited circumstances, we may also collect sensitive information where it is reasonably necessary for our functions and permitted by law, or where the individual has provided explicit consent. We do not collect personal information unless it is relevant to our advisory, operational, legal, or regulatory obligations.
How We Collect Personal Information
Personal information is collected directly from individuals through meetings, correspondence, engagement processes, events, digital platforms, and online forms. We may also collect information indirectly through publicly available sources, professional advisors, counterparties, institutional clients, data providers, and other lawful sources. Where required by law, we will notify individuals of the collection and the purposes for which their information is collected.
Purpose of Collection and Use
Audessus Global collects and uses personal information for the primary purpose of conducting its advisory business, including providing strategic advice, managing client relationships, performing research and analysis, complying with legal and regulatory obligations, maintaining security and risk controls, communicating with stakeholders, and improving our services and digital platforms.
We may also use personal information for related purposes that an individual would reasonably expect, such as internal governance, quality assurance, professional development, and thought leadership activities. Where required by applicable law, we will seek consent before using personal information for secondary purposes, including marketing or communications.
Legal Basis for Processing
Where required under applicable data protection laws, including the GDPR and similar regimes, Audessus Global processes personal information on one or more lawful bases. These may include the necessity of processing for the performance of a contract or engagement, compliance with legal obligations, our legitimate interests as a global advisory firm, or the consent of the individual. Legitimate interests include maintaining client relationships, protecting the security and integrity of our operations, and delivering high-quality advisory services, provided such interests are not overridden by individual rights.
Disclosure of Personal Information
Audessus Global may disclose personal information to related entities and affiliates, professional advisors, service providers, technology partners, and other third parties where necessary to operate our business, deliver services, or comply with legal obligations. Such disclosures are made on a confidential basis and subject to contractual or legal safeguards requiring appropriate protection of personal information.
We do not sell personal information. We do not disclose personal information to third parties for unrelated commercial purposes. Where personal information is disclosed to government authorities or regulators, this is done only where required or permitted by law.
Data Security and Retention
Audessus Global maintains appropriate technical, organisational and administrative measures to protect personal information against misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. Access to personal information is restricted to those who require it for legitimate business purposes.
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law, regulation, or professional standards. When personal information is no longer required, it is securely destroyed or de-identified in accordance with our data retention policies.
Individual Rights
Individuals have rights in relation to their personal information, subject to applicable law. These rights may include the right to request access to personal information held about them, the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information, the right to object to certain processing activities, and the right to request deletion or restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
Requests to exercise these rights may be made by contacting Audessus Global using the details set out below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable legal requirements. In some circumstances, we may decline a request where permitted by law, including where access would prejudice legal obligations or the rights of others.
Website and Digital Platforms
Our website and digital platforms may collect technical and usage information such as IP addresses, browser type, device information, and interaction data. This information is used to maintain security, analyse performance, and improve user experience. Cookies and similar technologies may be used in accordance with applicable laws and user preferences.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Audessus Global may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, regulation, or our business practices. Any updates will be published on our website and will take effect from the date of publication. Continued interaction with Audessus Global following an update constitutes acknowledgement of the revised policy, to the extent permitted by law.
Contact and Complaints
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have a concern or complaint regarding the handling of personal information, you may contact Audessus Global at:
Audessus Global Pty Ltd
Victoria, Australia
Email: info@audessus.com.au
We take privacy concerns seriously and will investigate and respond to complaints promptly. Where applicable, individuals may also have the right to lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority or regulator.