Modern Slavery Act Policy

1. Introduction

Orion Recruitment Solutions Group (the "Company") is committed to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking do not take place in our operations, supply chains, or business dealings. We recognize the responsibility we have to promote ethical and responsible business practices and are committed to taking appropriate steps to prevent slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business.

This policy outlines our commitment to combat modern slavery and human trafficking as required by the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and other business partners.

2. Our Business

Orion Recruitment Solutions Group provides recruitment services, including talent acquisition, workforce planning, and staffing solutions. We operate across a number of industries, including [specify industries, e.g., healthcare, IT, engineering, etc.].

As a recruitment agency, we engage with a diverse range of suppliers and clients, and our supply chain includes contractors, staffing agencies, and third-party providers.

3. Policy Statement

We are committed to:

• Prohibiting Modern Slavery: We will not engage in or tolerate any form of slavery, human trafficking, forced labor, or exploitation in our business operations.
• Promoting Ethical Sourcing: We will engage with suppliers and contractors who share our values and are committed to upholding the principles of the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
• Transparency: We will publish a Modern Slavery Statement each year as required by law, setting out the steps we have taken to address modern slavery in our supply chains and operations.
• Raising Awareness: We will educate our staff, contractors, and suppliers on the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking within the supply chain.

4. Our Commitment to Compliance

Orion Recruitment Solutions Group is committed to complying with all applicable legal requirements, including the Modern Slavery Act 2015. We:

• Ensure compliance within our operations: All employees, directors, and staff are responsible for maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct and must report any suspected instances of modern slavery or human trafficking.
• Assess and manage risks: We assess potential risks of modern slavery in our supply chains and undertake due diligence when selecting suppliers and business partners.
• Monitor and audit: We regularly review our internal policies and procedures to ensure that modern slavery risks are mitigated and that suppliers comply with relevant standards.

5. Supply Chain Due Diligence

As part of our commitment to combating modern slavery, we will:

• Conduct due diligence on all new suppliers to assess their practices concerning modern slavery and human trafficking.
• Require that all suppliers confirm that they comply with the provisions of the Modern Slavery Act 2015, and we will seek evidence that they have effective systems in place to manage and mitigate the risk of slavery and human trafficking.
• Integrate anti-slavery clauses into supplier contracts and agreements where appropriate, ensuring that suppliers are legally bound to uphold the principles of the Modern Slavery Act.

6. Reporting Concerns

We encourage employees, contractors, and suppliers to report any concerns they may have regarding modern slavery or human trafficking in our operations or supply chains. Reports can be made to:

• Pauline Buckley, HR Manager.
• Email: [email protected]

All reports will be treated seriously, and any individual who reports a concern will be protected from retaliation.

7. Training and Awareness

We provide training to employees at all levels of the organization to raise awareness of modern slavery issues and ensure that our staff understand their responsibilities in preventing modern slavery. This training includes:

• Identifying the signs of modern slavery and human trafficking.
• Understanding how to report suspected instances of modern slavery.
• Awareness of our anti-slavery policies and procedures.

8. Continuous Improvement

Orion Recruitment Solutions Group is dedicated to continuously improving our practices to combat modern slavery. We will regularly review and update this policy, our risk assessments, and our due diligence procedures to ensure that we remain compliant with the Modern Slavery Act and improve our efforts to eliminate modern slavery from our business and supply chains.

9. Approval and Review

This policy is approved by the Board of Directors and will be reviewed annually or more frequently if required by law or operational changes.

Approved by: Gary Buckley
Director, Orion Recruitment Solutions Group

Conclusion

By adopting and implementing this Modern Slavery Act Policy, Orion Recruitment Solutions Group is taking a clear stand against modern slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to ensuring that our business practices and supply chains are free from exploitation and that all stakeholders are treated with respect and dignity.