
Recruitment Ethics
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Purpose
To ensure all recruitment activity by Altera Recruitment Group is conducted in a fair, transparent, lawful, and respectful manner.
Scope
Applies to all employees, consultants, and contractors engaged in recruitment or candidate management.
Principles of Ethical Recruitment
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Informed Consent
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Candidates must always be informed about the role and employer before submission.
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Personal data will only be shared with a client once the candidate has provided consent.
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No Fee Charging
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We will never charge candidates fees for recruitment, placement, or employment services
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Transparent Job Descriptions
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All job adverts and briefings must accurately represent the role, employer, pay, and terms.
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Voluntary Participation
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No pressure will be applied to encourage candidates to accept a role.
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Candidates are free to withdraw from the process at any time.
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Right to Work
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All candidates must have the legal right to work in the location of the role.
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Temporary workers are vetted in line with UK immigration laws and relevant licensing requirements.
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Anti-Discrimination
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Shortlisting, interviews, and placements must be based on merit and relevance, not personal characteristics or biases.
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Client Responsibilities
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We educate clients on fair recruitment practices and will not support unethical demands, e.g., age restrictions or discriminatory filters.
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Feedback and Respect
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We treat all candidates professionally, offering timely communication and, where possible, constructive feedback.
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Accessibility Statement
We are committed to ensuring this policy is accessible. If you need this document in another format (e.g., large print, audio), please contact us at info@alteragroup.co.uk
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