Modern Slavery Statement for Inter/Arch Jobs

Financial Year Ending 2024  

Introduction

Inter/Arch Jobs is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our operations. As a job board and staffing firm, we recognize our responsibility to ensure that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labor, and other forms of exploitation have no place in our business or supply chains. This statement is made in accordance with the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and outlines the steps we have taken to identify, prevent, and mitigate risks of modern slavery within our organization and supply chains.

Organizational Structure and Business Model  

Inter/Arch Jobs operates as a job board and staffing firm, connecting employers with job seekers across various industries, including architecture, engineering, construction, and design. Our services include job postings, recruitment, and temporary staffing solutions. We operate globally, in addition to in the UK.

Our Policies on Modern Slavery  

Inter/Arch Jobs has implemented the following policies to ensure compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and to promote ethical practices:  

Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy:  

This policy outlines our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. It applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners.  

Supplier Code of Conduct:  

We require all suppliers and contractors to adhere to our Supplier Code of Conduct, which prohibits forced labor, child labor, and exploitative practices.  

Whistleblowing Policy:  

We encourage employees, contractors, and third parties to report any concerns related to modern slavery or unethical practices without fear of retaliation. Reports can be made anonymously through our confidential reporting channels such as an email to trust@interarchjobs.com

Recruitment and Employment Practices:  

We ensure that all recruitment processes are transparent and fair. We verify the identity and right to work of all candidates and ensure that they are not subject to exploitative practices.  

Due Diligence Processes  

To identify and mitigate risks of modern slavery, Inter/Arch Jobs has implemented the following due diligence processes:

Risk Assessment:  

We conduct regular risk assessments to identify areas of potential vulnerability within our operations and supply chains.

Supplier Audits:  

We evaluate our suppliers and contractors to ensure compliance with our ethical standards. This includes reviewing their policies and practices related to modern slavery.  

Training and Awareness:  

We provide training to our employees and key stakeholders to raise awareness of modern slavery risks and how to identify and report them.  

Areas of Risk

As a job board and staffing firm, we recognize that the following areas may pose a higher risk of modern slavery:

- Temporary or contract workers, particularly those in low-wage industries.  

- Supply chains involving third-party recruitment agencies or labor providers.  

- International operations or engagements with clients and candidates in high-risk regions.  

Steps Taken to Address Risks  

To address these risks, Inter/Arch Jobs has taken the following steps:

- Strengthened our due diligence processes for temporary and contract workers.  

- Established clear contractual terms with suppliers and labor providers to ensure compliance with anti-slavery laws.  

- Partnered only with reputable, verified employers.  

- Monitored and reviewed our supply chains regularly to identify and address potential risks.  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)  

To measure the effectiveness of our efforts, we track the following KPIs:

- Number of modern slavery training sessions conducted annually.  

- Number of supplier audits completed.  

- Number of whistleblowing reports received and resolved.  

- Percentage of temporary workers with verified right-to-work documentation.  

Commitment to Continuous Improvement  

Inter/Arch Jobs is committed to continuously improving our practices to combat modern slavery. We will regularly review and update our policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure they remain effective and aligned with best practices.

Approval and Publication  

This statement has been approved by the Board of Directors of Inter/Arch Jobs and will be reviewed and updated annually. It is published on our website and made available to all employees, suppliers, and stakeholders.  

Richard Eib  

Managing Director

Inter/Arch Jobs  

December 2024