EFG Hermes is a signatory of the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment. In our efforts to become a sustainable company, EFG Hermes’ Supplier Code of Conduct (“Code”) requires its suppliers to uphold the principles listed herein and with all applicable laws and regulations regarding labor and human rights, health and safety, Climate Change and ethics practices wherever they make products or perform services for EFG Hermes. This Code goes beyond mere compliance with the law by drawing upon internationally recognized standards to advance social and environmental responsibility.
EFG Hermes acknowledges the definition of human rights as rights inherent to all human beings, regardless of race, sex, nationality, ethnicity, language, religion, political beliefs, or any other status. EFG Hermes employs individuals recognized as adults by the law and on a purely voluntary basis and does not tolerate human trafficking, modern slavery or child labour.
Any violations of this Code will jeopardize the supplier’s business relationship with EFG Hermes whereby the contract will not be renewed and EFG Hermes will discontinue doing business with them. EFG Hermes may assess its suppliers’ compliance with this Code.
EFG Hermes believes all workers in our supply chain deserve a fair and ethical workplace where the highest standard
of human rights, dignity and respect are upheld.
EFG Hermes has articulated a corporate Statement on Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking to minimize risk on human
rights issues and improve living standards in the communities where it operates.
EFG Hermes believes that all workers in our supply chain deserve a safe and healthy working environment where the
highest standard of an employee’s wellbeing is upheld.
EFG Hermes manage accidents, incidents and look to mitigate
risks to avoid reoccurrence.
EFG Hermes expects its suppliers, in their capacity as active members in the community, to operate in accordance with environmentally responsible business practices and to prioritize Climate Change considerations.
EFG Hermes expects its suppliers, in their capacity as active members in the community, to always be ethical in every aspect of the business.