About Us

Responsible business

As a responsible business, and guided by our values, we are committed to inclusively and sustainably supporting our people, our clients, our communities, and the environment.

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We take our responsibility to manage the impact we have on the world in which we operate, seriously. That's why responsible business is a core part of our business strategy. It's essential in helping us achieve our vision to be a progressive, independent and profitable business, providing straightforward advice for ambitious clients.

Our Responsible Business strategy is informed by a materiality assessment with input from both internal and external stakeholders. This has helped us to pinpoint the areas most important to us and where we feel we can make the most difference. 

To ensure we're meeting the highest standards, our strategy is also designed to be consistent with the principles of internationally recognised guidance from the UN Global Compact and UN Sustainable Development Goals. 

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Social impact

We support equality of opportunity and access to justice by sharing our time and skills through volunteering, fundraising and pro bono services.

People

We nurture an inclusive, values-driven culture where everyone can be themselves, with their development and wellbeing at the centre.

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Environment

We reduce our environmental impact, and promote environmental awareness and responsibility among our people.

Ethics

We ensure and maintain the highest standards of professional integrity, operating ethically with clear and transparent governance.

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Supply chain

Work with suppliers who are compliant, responsible and share the same values as we do.

Clients

Establish a cohesive offering to support clients with a range of environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues.

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At Howard Kennedy, we're committed to running our business responsibly. Our goal is to incorporate responsible business into everything we do, from the way we support our people and clients, to the suppliers we choose to work with and how we manage our impact on the environment.

Craig Emden
Managing Partner

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