Recruiting Responsibly for a Better Future

Our ESG Commitments

Environmental Sustainability

Reducing Our Footprint

As a professional services organization, our direct environmental impact is relatively low compared to other industries—but we recognize our responsibility to minimize our footprint wherever possible:

• Carbon Reduction Plan: We’re committed to reducing our carbon emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieving net-zero by 2040.
• Digital-First Operations: Our paperless recruitment processes save approximately 1.2 million sheets of paper annually.
• Sustainable Workspaces: Our offices meet high environmental standards with energy-efficient systems, waste reduction programs, and sustainable procurement policies.
• Low-Carbon Travel: We minimize business travel through video interviewing and remote client meetings, with necessary travel offset through verified carbon offset programs.

Supporting Eco-Conscious Clients

We actively support clients in environmentally focused sectors:

• Specialized Clean Energy Division: Our dedicated team supports renewable energy, clean technology, and sustainability-focused organizations with specialized talent solutions.
• Environmental Skills Mapping: We help identify and develop talent pools with the expertise needed for the green transition.
• Climate-Positive Placements: For every placement in our sustainability sector, we plant 10 trees through our partnership with reforestation initiatives.

Social Responsibility

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We believe diverse teams drive better business outcomes, and our approach to diversity goes beyond compliance to create genuine inclusion:

• Diverse Shortlists: Our standardized process ensures diverse candidate representation in every shortlist we deliver.
• Bias Mitigation: All consultants receive regular training in unconscious bias awareness and inclusive recruitment practices.
• Equitable Opportunity: We’ve developed specialized programs to support underrepresented groups in accessing career opportunities.
• DE&I Consulting: We help clients develop and implement effective diversity strategies through our specialized consulting services.

Supporting Communities

We’re committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we operate:

• Skills Development Program: Our free workshops help jobseekers from disadvantaged backgrounds develop career skills and find employment opportunities.
• Mentoring Initiative: Each Accirro employee provides at least 10 hours of career mentoring annually to individuals from underrepresented groups.
• Charity Partnerships: We donate 1% of our annual profits to charities focused on employment and education for vulnerable groups.
• Pro Bono Recruitment: We provide free recruitment support to selected charities and social enterprises, helping them secure talent they couldn’t otherwise afford.

Employee Wellbeing

Our people are our greatest asset, and their wellbeing is a top priority:

• Flexible Working: We embrace hybrid working models that support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Program: Access to mental health resources, physical wellness initiatives, and financial wellbeing support.
• Career Development: Structured pathways for progression with clear objectives and support.
• Inclusive Culture: Regular engagement surveys and actions to ensure all team members feel valued and included.

Governance & Ethics

Ethical Business Practices

Integrity sits at the heart of everything we do:

• Ethical Recruitment Charter: Our publicly available charter outlines our commitment to fair, transparent, and ethical recruitment practices.
• Data Protection Excellence: We exceed regulatory requirements for data protection, with regular independent audits of our processes.
• Client & Candidate Charter: Clear commitments to both clients and candidates that define our service standards and ethical approach.
• Supplier Code of Conduct: We only partner with suppliers who meet our ethical standards and ESG criteria.

Transparency & Accountability

We hold ourselves accountable through:

• Annual ESG Report: Publicly available reporting on our ESG performance against defined metrics.
• External Certification: Independent verification of our ESG credentials through recognized certification bodies.
• Executive Accountability: ESG objectives are integrated into executive performance measures and compensation.
• Whistleblowing Policy: Robust processes for reporting concerns about unethical behavior or practices.

Our ESG Journey

Milestones & Achievements

• 2020: Launched our first formal ESG strategy and carbon reduction plan
• 2021: Achieved ISO 14001 Environmental Management certification
• 2022: Signed the Recruitment Industry Disability Initiative (RIDI) pledge
• 2023: Introduced carbon-neutral recruitment services
• 2024: Achieved B Corp certification
• 2025: Target to reduce carbon emissions by 25% (from 2020 baseline)

Current Initiatives

The Accirro Impact Foundation

Established in 2022, our foundation focuses on addressing employment inequality through:

• Skill development programs in underserved communities
• Funding for education initiatives that improve employability
• Support for organizations working with disadvantaged jobseekers
• Research into barriers to employment and potential solutions

Green Recruitment Alliance

We’re a founding member of this industry initiative working to:

• Develop standards for sustainable recruitment practices
• Share best practices for reducing environmental impact
• Collaborate on industry-wide sustainability goals
• Advocate for policies that support green job creation

How We Support Your ESG Goals

For Clients

• ESG Talent Strategy: Advisory services to help you build teams with the skills needed for your sustainability transformation.
• Diverse Hiring Solutions: Specialized recruitment approaches to increase representation at all levels.
• ESG Leadership Search: Identifying executives with the vision and expertise to drive your sustainability agenda.
• Sustainability Skills Assessment: Evaluating your current capabilities and identifying development needs.

For Candidates

• Purpose-Driven Careers: Connecting environmentally and socially conscious professionals with organizations making a positive impact.
• Equal Opportunity Pledge: Our commitment to fair and unbiased assessment regardless of background.
• ESG Career Coaching: Guidance on developing sustainable business skills and building careers with purpose.
• Impact Match Program: Specialized service matching professionals with values-aligned organizations.

Our ESG Partners & Certifications

Partnerships

• UN Global Compact Signatory
• Race at Work Charter
• Disability Confident Employer
• Women in Recruitment
• Stonewall Diversity Champion

Certifications

• B Corp Certification
• ISO 14001 Environmental Management
• Carbon Trust Standard
• Investors in People Gold
• Living Wage Employer