Human & Labour Rights Policy
Date of last modification: December 2025
Our Commitment
We commit to respect internationally recognized human rights, consistent with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the ILO Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. This statement applies to all operations directly managed by SparkOptimus and covers all employees. Where relevant and where we have leverage, it also sets expectations for suppliers and other business partners.
At SparkOptimus, we believe that respect for human rights reflects the belief that all people are entitled to basic rights and freedoms, regardless of their nationality, age, race, ethnicity, gender, language, sexuality, religion, political or other opinion. We believe that respecting the highest standards of human and labour rights is fundamental to how we operate and to the trust placed in us by our clients, colleagues, and partners.
OUR PEOPLE
SparkOptimus is committed to respecting the human and labor rights of our people and promoting these rights through our policies, standards, and day-to-day practices. In our work environment, we recognize:
- Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity:
- A safe, inclusive, and fair workplace that supports equal opportunity, wellbeing, and professional development
- Respectful treatment for everyone, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexuality (including LGBTQIA+), religion, physical ability, political opinion, or national or social origin
- Equal treatment across recruitment, job assignment, remuneration, training, and benefits
- Freedom of association and collective bargaining rights respected where applicable
- Fair Work and Compensation:
- No forced labor, child labor, modern slavery, or human trafficking in our operations or value chain
- Fair and competitive compensation that supports a decent standard of living
- No forced labor, child labor, modern slavery, or human trafficking in our operations or value chain
Responsible procurement and supply chaiN
We aim to extend our commitment to human and labour rights beyond our own operations by encouraging our suppliers to uphold the same high standards of integrity, fairness, and respect. Therefore, we have developed a Supplier Code of Conduct that outlines the expectations and principles we aspire for our suppliers and service providers to follow, including health and safety, prohibitions against modern slavery, child labour and discrimination, and the promotion of economic inclusion for underrepresented groups, alongside environmental responsibility. Our Sustainable Procurement Policy further describes how we encourage and, where possible, aim to promote responsible business practices among our suppliers, covering areas such as business ethics, labor and human rights, and climate action.
Grievance and Whistleblowing Channels
We provide multiple safe, accessible, and confidential channels to raise concerns without fear of retaliation. Our SpeakUp process is available to report integrity violations and inappropriate conduct. Internal and external confidentiality counsellors are available to provide advice and support, and individuals may also report to competent external authorities in line with applicable law.
Internal awareness
We build awareness and capability through training. Training covers SpeakUp channels, anti-corruption and anti-bribery, anti-harassment and bias awareness, and sustainability onboarding. Training content is refreshed regularly, and we expect full completion from employees.
Improvement, Accountability, and Governance
We are committed to continuously reviewing and strengthening our policies and practices to uphold human and labor rights, and to holding ourselves accountable for meeting the commitments set out in this statement. Our Talent Officer and HR Team provide oversight of our human and labor rights governance. They are responsible for setting up and maintaining the relevant policies, monitoring implementation, and driving continuousimprovement initiatives. We will update this statement annually and update it as our activities evolve, we learn from stakeholders, or where changes in applicable laws and standards require it.
Questions?
Reach out to the Talent Team at hrm@sparkoptimus.com.