PERSOL Global Workforce operates with the mission of “‘Work and Smile’ - Decent work for everyone.”
We aim to support workers across national and cultural boundaries and address the challenges in corporate HR and management strategies.

Every individual has a unique way of living and working.
At PERSOL Global Workforce, we believe it is crucial for all people to have the freedom to choose their own way of working without facing discrimination, and to be able to expand their potential in a safe and healthy environment.
We value equal opportunities and diversity, do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment, and are committed to upholding the dignity and rights of all individuals.

Striving to realize the vision of "Work and Smile" for as many foreign talents as possible, PERSOL Global Workforce actively promotes human rights initiatives in line with the "PERSOL Group Human Rights Policy.“

Commitment

We respect the human rights of all people concerned with our business activities commencing with officers and employees (such as temporary staff) and individuals who utilize our services (including registered temporary staff, job seekers).
We endeavor not only not to be directly involved with any violations of human rights, but also not to be complicit indirectly in our business activities. We are committed to the application of internationally recognized human rights and implement initiatives in accordance with the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. We have refined our human rights approaches and frameworks to comply with the related laws and regulations of each country and region where we operate.
We aspire to ensure the conduct of our business activities is undertaken in a fair and ethical manner in accordance with social norms. In cases where internationally recognized human rights standards and the related laws of each country and region conflict, we seek to adopt the higher standard.

Scope of Application

This human rights policy applies to all officers and employees of PERSOL Global Workforce such as temporary staff).
We expect business partners involved with our business activities (such as client companies, contractors, service and equipment suppliers) to understand and observe this policy.

Human Rights Issues of PERSOL Global Workforce

Equality of opportunity and prohibition of discrimination and harassment

We respect the rights of individuals to ensure that equal opportunities are provided to all, including our officers and employees (such as temporary staff) as well as individuals who utilize the Group’s services (such as registered temporary staff, job seekers).We do not tolerate any form of discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, age, race, nationality, creed, religion, disabilities, or any other protected characteristic, and we do not tolerate behavior or harassment deemed to be inappropriate in the workplace such as socially unacceptable verbal or physical conduct or communications.

Protection of privacy and considerations when using algorithms

We are committed to the protection of privacy concerning the handling of personal data and work to prevent and mitigate the negative effects that may emerge from privacy violation risk.*
Also, when implementing data analyses and predictions using algorithms, we give sufficient consideration so that individuals do not suffer unfair discrimination and diversity is not lost.
*Risk that problems concerning the privacy of individuals (including discrimination and other violations of human rights) may manifest in society.

Ensuring health and safety

We strive to continuously improve our workplace health, safety, and environmental performance. We think it is most important for both the company and its workers to always strive to act safely, and we work to ensure health and safety.

Prohibition of forced labor, child labor, and human trafficking

We have a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of forced labor, child labor, human trafficking, and other modern slavery and related activities.

Appropriate payment of wages and appropriate working hours management

We adhere to the applicable laws and regulations associated with fair payment of wages and working hours management.

Respect of freedom of expression, freedom of association, and collective bargaining rights

We respect expression, forming associations, and membership in organizations in accordance with the free will of the individual, as well as freedom of the exercise of collective bargaining rights.

Governance

The CEO holds supervisory responsibility for respecting human rights. and the division responsible for compliance coordinates with the concerned divisions at each Group company as the core and advances initiatives for the respect of human rights.

Human Rights Due Diligence

We identify any potential and/or actual salient human rights impacts and are committed to implementing the necessary actions to prevent and mitigate them. In cases where it becomes clear that we have caused or contributed to an adverse human rights impact, we provide appropriate remedial and corrective measures.

Grievance Management

We have established grievance escalation frameworks so that all stakeholders such as employees, temporary staff, job seekers, can escalate any identified human rights issues.
On receipt of any Human rights grievance, we take immediate action to confirm the facts, consider measures to remediate the issue, and prevent its recurrence. We also ensure that those who have adversely suffered are provided with the necessary support and assistance.

Human Rights Policy Dissemination and Education

We implement education and measures to raise awareness regarding activities on our approach to human rights management to promote understanding and firm establishment of the human rights policy among officers and employees.