We embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds to strengthen our team.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Shaping an inclusive culture where diversity strengthens us and opportunity is accessible to all.
Our Commitments
This Equal Employment Opportunity Policy outlines our commitment to a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all employment-related decisions. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination of any kind.
Employment decisions are based on business needs, merit, qualifications, and performance, and are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law. We aim to ensure that employment practices are applied consistently, fairly, and transparently.
This commitment applies to every stage and aspect of the employment lifecycle, from recruitment and hiring through to performance management and decisions relating to discipline and termination.
Our Core Values
Our approach to equal employment is grounded in four principles that shape how we work together and how we build our teams.
Every voice matters and contributes to our collective success.
We treat everyone with dignity and create a culture of mutual respect.
Fair treatment and access to opportunities for all team members.
Employment Lifecycle
Our equal opportunity commitment applies consistently across every stage of the employment relationship, from the first point of contact through to the end of employment.
Protected Characteristics
Employment decisions are made without regard to any of the following characteristics protected by applicable local, national, or international law.
Where local law provides stronger protections than those described in this policy, we will follow the higher standard. We may adopt additional regional or country-specific guidance to reflect local legal requirements.
Our Commitments
All employees share responsibility for upholding this policy. The following commitments define our obligations to one another and to the integrity of our workplace.
Harassment & Retaliation
We maintain a work environment free from unlawful harassment and bullying. Any form of harassment based on a protected characteristic is strictly prohibited, whether verbal, physical, visual, written, or conducted through digital channels.
We will not tolerate retaliation against any individual who raises a concern, makes a complaint in good faith, participates in an investigation, or exercises rights under this policy. Any employee who engages in retaliatory conduct will be subject to appropriate corrective action, up to and including termination.
| Type | Description | Policy Position |
|---|---|---|
| Verbal | Offensive language, slurs, derogatory comments | Zero Tolerance |
| Physical | Unwanted contact or physical intimidation | Zero Tolerance |
| Digital | Harassment via email, messaging, or online platforms | Zero Tolerance |
| Retaliation | Adverse action against those who raise concerns in good faith | Zero Tolerance |
Reasonable Accommodations
We recognise our responsibility to provide reasonable accommodations or adjustments to qualified individuals with disabilities, and to those with particular needs related to religion, belief, or other protected characteristics, where required by law.
Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis, in a timely, respectful, and confidential manner. We will work in good faith with individuals to identify appropriate solutions where accommodations can be made without undue hardship.
Manager Responsibilities
Managers and leaders have a particular duty to model inclusive behaviour, communicate expectations clearly, and ensure their teams understand and comply with our equal opportunity standards. Managers are expected to address inappropriate conduct promptly, to escalate concerns where necessary, and to support employees who raise issues in good faith.
Training and guidance may be provided to help managers and employees understand their obligations and embed inclusive practices into daily work.
Reporting & Contact
Employees who believe they have experienced or witnessed discrimination, harassment, or retaliation are encouraged to report their concerns promptly. Reports will be handled sensitively, impartially, and to the extent possible, confidentially.
| Channel | Contact | Confidentiality |
|---|---|---|
| Line Manager | Direct line manager or department head | Maintained |
| HR Department | Designated HR contact or People team | Maintained |
| Anonymous Reporting | Whistleblower or ethics hotline | Full Anonymity |

