Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
Pathway Recruitment is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships. We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking and are dedicated to ensuring that slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking do not take place within our business or supply chains.
Our Business
Pathway Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment agency based in Belfast. With over 20 years of experience in the recruitment industry, we provide tailored recruitment solutions to legal professionals and firms across Northern Ireland and beyond. As a people-focused business, we are committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct and responsible business practices.
Our Policies
We have implemented policies and procedures designed to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations, including:
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Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy: Outlines our stance on modern slavery and the actions we take to prevent it.
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Recruitment and Employment Practices: We conduct robust candidate checks, including identity, eligibility to work, and references, to ensure all individuals are employed freely and legally.
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Supplier Code of Conduct: We expect our suppliers and partners to operate in accordance with our values, and we will not knowingly work with any organisation involved in modern slavery.
Due Diligence
We undertake appropriate due diligence when engaging with new clients, suppliers, and partners. This includes:
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Assessing the risk of modern slavery in our supply chain
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Requiring confirmation from suppliers that they comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015
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Monitoring ongoing relationships to ensure continued compliance
Training and Awareness
We are committed to raising awareness among our staff to help them identify and report any signs of modern slavery. All team members receive guidance and support to ensure they understand the risks and responsibilities related to ethical recruitment.
Reporting Concerns
We encourage all staff, candidates, and suppliers to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or unethical practices. We have procedures in place to ensure that any reports are handled appropriately and confidentially.
Review and Responsibility
This statement is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and constitutes Pathway Recruitment’s slavery and human trafficking statement for the financial year ending [Insert Year-End Date]. It is reviewed annually and approved by the company’s leadership.
Contact Information
For further information or to report a concern, please contact:
Pathway Recruitment
Titanic Suites, 55-59 Adelaide Street,
Belfast, BT2 8FE
📧 hello@pathway-careers.com
🌐 www.pathway-careers.com