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Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy Statement

Company Name:                nuem limited

Document:                          Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy Statement

Topic:                                  Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy Statement

Date:                                   02nd of Jan 2024

Next Review Date:             1st of Jan 2025

Version:                              MSSv1-2024


Introduction from the Leadership Team

At nuem, we recognize our responsibility to uphold equality and human rights across all aspects of our business. This statement outlines the steps we take to eliminate modern slavery and human trafficking, promote long-term business viability, and ensure that exploitation has no place in our operations or supply chains.

As a specialist Technology, Energy & Mobility recruitment agency, we adhere to the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 (MSA) and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of transparency, as reflected in our Employee Handbook and business practices. Our entire team, from management to staff, is trained to recognize and report any suspicious behaviour that may indicate a breach of human rights.

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Our Business

nuem specializes in sourcing and supplying niche technology talent to a global client base across industries such as IT, Energy, and Mobility. With a team of experienced recruiters, we pride ourselves on ethical business conduct and social responsibility. We are fully committed to ensuring that no human trafficking, slavery, or forced labour exists within our organization or supply chains. All employees, contractors, and partners are encouraged and expected to report any concerns regarding labour exploitation, no matter how minor they may seem.

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Supply Chain

As a recruitment agency, we recognize the importance of ensuring that every aspect of our supply chain, regardless of size or scope, operates in full compliance with human rights principles. We are committed to rigorous due diligence across all suppliers and partners, including IT support, legal services, office maintenance, and online tools. nuem conducts thorough assessments to identify and mitigate any risks of modern slavery or human trafficking. We take full responsibility for ensuring that ethical labour practices are upheld and that human rights are respected throughout our supply chain, no exceptions.

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Due Diligence Processes for Slavery and Human Trafficking

As an employer, nuem ensures that all employees:

  • Are provided with a clear contract of employment that outlines their rights and responsibilities;

  • Have access to clear procedures for raising concerns within the business, including through our whistleblowing policy;

  • Are informed of nuem’s commitment to supporting and upholding human rights principles;

  • Understand that nuem has a zero-tolerance approach to forced labour and exploitation.

nuem does not employ individuals that would be classified as child workers. Young or inexperienced workers may be given work experience, but they are afforded the same rights and protections as all other employees. We expect all employees to enjoy basic rights, including:

  • The right to fair wages in line with national living wage standards;

  • The right to a safe and secure working environment;

  • The right to appropriate holiday entitlement and sick leave;

  • The freedom to raise concerns without fear of retaliation.

 

Our Contractors and Clients

As a recruitment agency, nuem ensures that independent contractors placed with our clients are protected from exploitation. We have established procedures to ensure that:

  • Contractors have a legal right to work in the country where they are placed, including verification of passport and visa documentation;

  • Contractors receive their remuneration in an appropriate bank account that matches their business details;

  • Contractors have the freedom to leave assignments with reasonable notice, in line with local laws.

We actively maintain long-standing relationships with our clients, contractors, and candidates, and we are transparent about our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. Any suspicions of human trafficking or forced labour are immediately reported to management and investigated thoroughly.

 

Supplier Audits

nuem conducts regular audits of our supply chain to ensure that all partners uphold a zero-tolerance strategy toward labour exploitation. We require that any supplier we contract with provides us with their Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking statement, and we assess their compliance with ethical standards.

Effectiveness and Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continually monitoring and improving our efforts to combat modern slavery and human trafficking. No incidents related to modern slavery or breaches of human rights have been reported within nuem or our supply chain in the past financial year. As we grow, we will remain proactive in assessing risks and taking steps to safeguard the rights of all individuals connected to our business.

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This statement is made in accordance with Section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and covers the financial year ending [insert year]. It has been approved by nuem’s leadership team.

 

Bernard Dorenkamp
Founder and CEO, nuem limited.

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