Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

July 2023

Introduction:

At Global Recruit Co (GRC), we believe that our strength lies in a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an international recruitment company committed to fostering an environment where all GRC employees, applicants and migrants seeking opportunities are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity. Our EEO policy reflects our unwavering dedication to providing equal opportunities for employment, growth, and advancement, without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Policy Statement:

  1. Non-Discrimination: We strictly prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination. All employment decisions will be based on individual qualifications, merit, and job-related criteria.
  2. Equal Opportunities for Migrants: At GRC, we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and migrants seeking employment opportunities through our services. We will evaluate employees and migrants solely based on their skills, qualifications, and experience relevant to the position.
  3. Diverse and Inclusive Workforce: We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the global community we serve. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee and migrant brings and recognize the contributions of individuals from all backgrounds.
  4. Preventing Discrimination in Recruitment: Discrimination against migrants on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic is strictly prohibited. We will ensure that our recruitment process is free from any bias or unfair practices.
  5. Harassment-Free Environment: We are committed to maintaining a work environment free from any form of harassment, including but not limited to sexual harassment, verbal abuse, offensive jokes, or any other conduct that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive atmosphere for GRC employees, applicants, employers or migrants through the recruitment process.
  6. Compliance with Laws: GRC will comply with all applicable international, national, and local laws and regulations governing equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination.
  7. Training and Awareness: We will provide regular training and education to employees, applicants, migrants and employers involved in the recruitment process to raise awareness about our EEO policy, promote diversity and inclusion, and prevent discrimination and harassment against migrants.
  8. Accountability: All employees and employers, including those involved in the recruitment process, are responsible for adhering to this policy. Any employee found to be in violation of this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
  9. Reporting: All employees, migrants and employers, are encouraged to raise any issues observed with the persons with whom they are engaged or through the “Confidentiality Corner – Whistleblower Reporting Portal” on the GRC website.

Compliance and Consequences:

Failure to comply with this Policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or the termination of a business relationship with a supplier or business partner.

Review and Updates:

This Policy will be reviewed regularly to ensure its effectiveness and relevance. Any updates or changes to this policy will be communicated to all employees, suppliers, and relevant stakeholders.

 Signed,

Claire Negus

Co-Founder & CEO

Global Recruit Co