overarching sustainability topics.

All information about business ethics and integrity can be found in our annual report. 

anti-bribery and anti-corruption.

Randstad’s business principles are set around, and are supportive of, our core values: to know, to serve and to trust, simultaneous promotion of all interests and striving for perfection. 

Integrity and ethical behavior are guiding forces behind our personal and professional conduct. As signatories of the UN Global Compact, we strive at all times to uphold its principles in the areas of human rights, labor standards, the environment and anti-corruption, and we cooperate with international and local communities to address them. A selection of our global corporate policies can be found on our website, such as policies on artificial intelligence, human rights, health and safety, environment, diversity and inclusion, fair competition, gifts, hospitality and anti-bribery. 

As an example, in our gifts & hospitality and anti-bribery policy, we take a strong stance against bribery and corruption. Any sponsoring or charitable donation is only allowed when in line with Randstad's global corporate citizenship and philanthropy policy. Strict requirements mean we avoid these being used for any inappropriate purposes. We also do not allow any political contributions. Therefore, our direct and indirect political contributions, donations, and sponsorships are zero. All employees — including management — are trained in our gifts & hospitality and anti-bribery policy as part of our business principles induction and refresher training.

As a company, we are committed to contributing to the future development of the HR services industry and promoting clear, fair, and workable regulations in the markets in which we operate. One of the ways we do this is through engaging in social dialogue and active participation in industry bodies, on a national, regional and global level. In addition, the Randstad Public Affairs principles and guidelines guide the work of Randstad Public Affairs activities across the markets in which we operate. The principles are fully in line with the Code of Conduct from our global industry association, the World Employment Confederation, and the European Commission’s Code of Conduct for the EU Transparency Register.

sectoral social dialogue 

Randstad actively engages in national and international dialogue with labor unions. At the EU level, UNI-Europa and the WEC-Europe (in which Randstad is represented) meet regularly through the Sectoral Social Dialogue Committee on Temporary Agency Work to discuss issues of mutual importance and to further professionalize and gain more societal acceptance for the industry. 

As the global leader in HR services, we see it as our responsibility to take an active role in developing our industry. Our international reports on the world of work continue their rapid rise in relevance, visibility and popularity. In addition, many research projects and events take place on a local level, supporting our stakeholders in making sound business decisions. For Randstad to maintain its leadership position in the world of work and increase its share of voice among key competitors, our team works proactively with strategic stakeholders, such as government officials, subject matter experts, educational institutions, the media and civil society. We also partner with influential organizations such as the ILO, WEC, OECD, WEF, IOE and BusinessEurope.

Prioritizing data protection and information security by implementing robust policies and procedures to safeguard personal information of ourtalent, our corporate employees and our clients, and mitigate cyber threats. Randstad's responsibility for the integrity and security of all personal data it stores within business processes and IT systems. This topic also addresses compliance with Randstad's existing data protection and information security management procedures.

At Randstad, we believe in the power of work. A decent job can provide security, dignity and become a platform for building a better life. Our corporate citizenship framework, Randstad with Heart, is designed to address inequality. We harness the passion and commitment of our employees to go above and beyond to bring work closer to those who might otherwise be overlooked.