XSEARCHERS SUPPLIER POLICY

INTRODUCTION

Xsearchers.com is committed to ethical business conduct, compliance, and sustainability in global supply chains. As a leader in workforce and talent solutions, we connect top-tier professionals with businesses across multiple industries. Our approach ensures that all qualified suppliers operate in an environment that upholds fair treatment, transparency, and responsible business practices.

This Code of Conduct outlines the business standards expected from our suppliers, ensuring that compliance does not become an undue burden but instead supports an ethical and commercially sustainable partnership.

We provide workforce solutions to clients in the following industries, but not limited to:

• Investment Banking
• Technology
• Oil & Gas
• Military
• Maritime
• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Retail
• Healthcare
• Pharmaceuticals
• Public Sector
• Gaming

Our platform leverages cutting-edge AI technology and applicant tracking systems (ATS) to optimize recruitment and talent placement. By working with Xsearchers.com, suppliers commit to fair, ethical, and compliant business practices that support an evolving and competitive workforce.

This Code applies to suppliers worldwide, including but not limited to regions governed by the United Nations (UN), United States (US), European Union (EU), Asia-Pacific (APAC), and Middle East & North Africa (MENA).

While suppliers are encouraged to align with the principles outlined in this Code, we recognize that compliance may vary based on industry, geography, and company size. Our goal is to collaborate with suppliers to support best practices, ensuring ethical and compliant operations without imposing rigid mandates that may hinder business opportunities.

For inquiries about supplier programs, contact Xsearchers.com Supplier 

Compliance Team: info@xsearchers.com

DATA | SANCTION CHECKS | DIVERSITY & INCLUSION | ETHICS | PRIVACY | EMPLOYMENT & WORKING CONDITIONS | HEALTH & WELLBEING | COMPLIANCE

As a premier recruitment and workforce solutions provider, Xsearchers.com connects C-suite to mid-level talent with clients across industries. We expect workforce and talent suppliers to:

• Ensure fair and lawful employment practices in accordance with international labor laws.
• Comply with wage regulations, fair hiring practices, and employee protections.
• Conduct thorough background checks and right-to-work verifications as required by law.
• Provide clear contracts, fair compensation, and benefits to all workforce placements.
• Ensure safe and non-discriminatory working environments for supplied talent.

As a supplier of workforce resources, Xsearchers.com is committed to upholding these standards and expects all staffing and talent suppliers to align with best practices in contingent workforce management.

Xsearchers.com requires suppliers to operate with integrity, fairness, and respect in all business dealings. This includes:

• Compliance with anti-bribery and corruption laws, including the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), UK Bribery Act, and similar laws globally.
• Avoidance of conflicts of interest and adherence to ethical business standards.
• Fair competition practices, transparent business dealings, and avoidance of fraudulent activities.

Suppliers must uphold ethical principles throughout their operations and maintain a commitment to responsible business conduct.

Suppliers must ensure compliance with global data privacy laws, including GDPR (EU), CCPA (US), and similar international regulations. Expectations include:

• Protection of sensitive and confidential information.
• Implementation of reasonable cybersecurity measures.
• Prevention of unauthorized access, misuse, or data breaches.
• Immediate reporting of any security incidents that may impact Xsearchers.com.

Suppliers are required to comply with international sanction regimes, ensuring that:

• Business operations do not involve prohibited entities or sanctioned individuals.
• All transactions align with UN, US (OFAC), UK, EU, and APAC trade regulations.
• Due diligence is conducted on supply chains to prevent inadvertent violations.

Suppliers must adhere to international labor laws, ensuring:

• Prohibition of child labor, forced labor, and human trafficking.
• Compliance with ILO Conventions and fair wage standards.
• Respect for employee rights, freedom of association, and collective bargaining.
• A commitment to safe and humane working conditions.

Suppliers must provide a safe working environment, complying with:

• Local occupational health and safety regulations.
• Best practices for mental and physical well-being.
• Risk assessments and hazard prevention programs.

Suppliers are encouraged to take responsible environmental actions, including:

• Compliance with applicable environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives.
• Minimization of waste, emissions, and energy consumption.
• Adherence to responsible sourcing practices where feasible.

Xsearchers.com takes a collaborative, non-bureaucratic approach to compliance. Suppliers are expected to:

• Conduct reasonable internal compliance reviews.
• Cooperate with fair and proportionate audits.
• Address corrective actions where needed, without excessive constraints.

This Supplier Code of Conduct is designed to support ethical business while ensuring that compliance remains clear, achievable, and commercially practical.

For further guidance or partnership inquiries, contact Xsearchers.com Supplier Compliance Team.