CMC Consulting Ltd – Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Policy

CMC Consulting Ltd – Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Policy

Effective Date: 1^st December 2025
Review Date: Annually
Approved by: Managing Director

1. Policy Statement

CMC Consulting Ltd is committed to conducting business ethically and responsibly and ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking do not occur in any part of our operations or supply chain. We have a zero-tolerance approach to slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

• All employees, directors, and officers of CMC Consulting Ltd
• Contractors, consultants, and temporary staff
• Suppliers, subcontractors, and any third-party service providers engaged by CMC Consulting Ltd

3. Definitions

• Modern Slavery: Encompasses slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking.
• Human Trafficking: The recruitment, transportation, transfer, harbouring, or receipt of persons by means of threat, coercion, deception, or abuse of power.

4. Our Commitment

CMC Consulting Ltd will:

• Operate in accordance with ethical business standards and all applicable laws.
• Identify and mitigate the risk of modern slavery in our operations and supply chain.
• Only work with suppliers and partners who demonstrate ethical employment practices.

5. Recruitment Practices

As a financial recruitment firm, we will ensure:

• All candidates are treated fairly and with respect.
• No candidate is charged fees for recruitment services.
• Right-to-work checks are performed for all placements.
• Candidates’ personal documents are protected and not withheld.
• Any form of forced labour or coercion is prohibited in our processes.

6. Supplier and Partner Due Diligence

• We perform risk-based due diligence before engaging suppliers and partners.
• Contracts with suppliers include clauses requiring compliance with modern slavery laws.
• High-risk suppliers are monitored and periodically reviewed.

7. Training and Awareness

• Employees involved in recruitment, procurement, or client engagement receive training on modern slavery risks.
• Training is refreshed regularly to maintain awareness.
• All staff are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any concerns.

8. Whistleblowing

CMC Consulting Ltd encourages all employees, contractors, candidates, and stakeholders to raise concerns about any suspected instances of modern slavery or unethical conduct.

• Concerns can be reported confidentially to HR@cmcconsulting.co.uk.
• Reports can be submitted anonymously if preferred.
• All reports will be investigated promptly and thoroughly.
• Retaliation against anyone raising a concern in good faith is strictly prohibited.

9. Reporting Concerns

• In addition to whistleblowing, employees and stakeholders can report suspected breaches via HR@cmcconsulting.co.uk.
• Reports will be treated confidentially and professionally.

10. Monitoring and Review

• The Managing Director is responsible for ensuring this policy is implemented.
• The policy is reviewed annually and updated as necessary to remain effective and compliant.
• This policy is available to all employees, suppliers, and stakeholders.

Managing Director:
Chris McCusker
CMC Consulting Ltd