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Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy

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1. Introduction & CSR Vision
 

At AVENIR CONSULTING (AUSTRALIA), we believe that responsible business practices are key to
long-term success. Our CSR strategy integrates environmental sustainability, social impact, and
ethical governance into our operations, ensuring we contribute positively to Sydney’s financial
sector and broader community.

 

Vision:
"To be Sydney’s most socially responsible financial recruitment firm by embedding
sustainability, diversity, and ethical practices into everything we do."

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Alignment with Global & Local Frameworks:

  • UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  • Australia’s Modern Slavery Act 2018

  • NSW Government Sustainability Policy

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2. CSR Pillars & Initiatives
Pillar 1: Environmental Responsibility
Goal: Minimise our ecological footprint while promoting green recruitment practices.

 

Initiatives:

  • Carbon-neutral operations by 2025 (via renewable energy + offsets).

  • Zero-waste office (95% recycling/composting by 2026).

  • Sustainable procurement (eco-friendly office supplies, Fair Trade vendors).

  • Green recruitment advocacy (promote ESG finance roles, remote work policies).

 

Pillar 2: Social Impact & Community Engagement
Goal: Support local communities and foster inclusive growth.

 

Initiatives:

•    Pro bono career coaching for underprivileged youth (partner with Sydney charities like The Smith Family).
•    Diversity-focused recruitment (40% female leadership placements by 2025).
•    Employee volunteer program (2 paid days/year for community work).
•    Mental health support (partner with Beyond Blue for staff well-being).

 

Pillar 3: Ethical Governance & Transparency
Goal: Operate with integrity and accountability.

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Initiatives:

  • Annual CSR & Modern Slavery Statement (publicly reported).

  • Ethical client screening (avoid partnerships with fossil fuel/gambling sectors).

  • Anti-bribery & diversity policies (mandatory staff training).

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Pillar 4: Employee Well-being & Development
Goal: Cultivate a thriving, equitable workplace.

 

Initiatives:

  • Flexible work policy (hybrid/remote options).

  • Training bursaries ($1,000/year per employee for upskilling).

  • Gender pay equity audits (annual review).

 

3. Implementation & Partnerships
 

Key Partnerships:

  • Environmental: Climate Active, Sydney’s Sustainable Business Network.

  • Social: The Smith Family, CareerSeekers (refugee employment NGO).

  • Industry: Financial Services Council (FSC) ESG Working Group.

 

Action Plan (2024–2026):
Year               Focus Area               Key Milestone
2024              Carbon footprint      Switch to 100% renewable energy
2025              Diversity                    40% female leadership placements
2026              Community                200+ hours of volunteer work

 

4. Measuring Success
KPIs:
•    Carbon emissions (tCO₂e).
•    % diverse candidate placements.
•    Employee satisfaction score (annual survey).
•    Reporting: CSR updates on company website.
 

 

 

 

 

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