Governed. Monitored. Accountable.
Policies
ESG Policies
Governed. Monitored. Accountable.
Principle HR maintains formal, board-approved policies that define our environmental, social and governance standards. These policies apply across Ireland, the UK and the United States and are subject to periodic review and oversight.
Environmental
We measure our impact - and reduce it
Policy | Summary |
Environmental Policy | Our commitment to reducing environmental impact and complying with all applicable legislation. |
Carbon Reduction Plan | Details of our 2024 baseline (60.38 tCO2e), Scope 3 focus and 5% annual reduction target through 2030. |
Sustainable Travel Policy | Prioritising lower-emission travel, economy-only air travel and reduced unnecessary journeys. |
Waste Resource Management Policy | Supporting digital-first operations and responsible resource use. |
Social Impact & Inclusiveness
We recruit responsibly - and protect human rights.
Inclusive Hiring Policy | Structure, bias-aware recruitment aligned to equal opportunity legislation. |
Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Statement | Zero tolerance for forced labour and exploitation, supported by supply chain due diligence. |
Equal Opportunities & Anti-Discrimination Policy | Fair treatment and compliance across all markets. |
Whistleblowing & Protected Disclosures Policy | Confidential reporting routes and protection from retaliation. |
Contactor Code of Conduct | Clear behavioural and ethical expectations for contractors representing Principle HR. |
Governance
Strong governance protects our clients and our reputation.
Code of Ethics & Company Values | Standards of integrity, accountability and professional conduct. |
Anti-Bribery & Corruption Policy | Clear prohibition of bribery, improper influence and unethical conduct. |
Conflict of Interest Policy | Disclosure and management of potential conflicts |
Risk Management Policy | Structured identification, monitoring and escalation of business risks. |
Data Protection & Confidentiality Policy | GDPR-aligned data protection and privacy controls. |
Sustainable Procurement
We expect suppliers to meet the same standards we apply to ourselves.
Sustainable Procurement Policy | Integrating environmental, labour and ethical standards into purchasing decisions. |
Supplier Code of Conduct | Minimum standards covering human rights, environmental responsibility and ethical business practice. |
Supplier Due Diligence Framework | How we assess, monitor and manage supplier risk |
Continuous Review
All policies are subject to periodic review and board oversight to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, client expectations and best-practice standards.
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