Associate Handbook 2018

The Group’s governance structure works through clearly defining and controlling:

relations with our shareholders

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 roles and composition of the boards and their associated committees

accountability and audit processes; and

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 remuneration of the directors of the boards and senior executives

Our People

To Lockton, Associates are the most valuable asset. This recognition is embedded in the Company’s Associate policies and working practices. Lockton is committed to a culture of respect, honesty, integrity and fairness in the workplace which is reflected in Lockton’s approach from recruitment to retirement and helps maintain and achieve high professional Associate retention rates.

Work/Life balance

Lockton’s Associates’ health and welfare is an absolute priority. As part of the changing process, Lockton will ensure Associates are afforded the opportunity to achieve a work/life balance.

Human Rights

Lockton respects all internationally proclaimed human rights and will seek appropriate legal guidance and recognises the provisions of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Labour Organisation (ILO)) core labour standards as far as is applicable to do so.

Community

Lockton is committed to being recognised as an economic and social asset in the communities in which it operates, as well as demonstrably improving the quality and well- being of those communities. Therefore, Lockton focuses its efforts where it expects to make a significant impact and through programmes that are relevant to our business. Lockton’s founder Jack Lockton recognised that a Company has a responsibility to benefit the businesses, lives and communities of its clients and Associates. Lockton continue to do business in accordance with these values. Lockton’s participation in community initiatives plays a key role in each Associates annual performance assessment. Each year Lockton Associates participate in a number of community initiatives.

Environment

Lockton believes in and is committed to its environmental policy. Lockton aims to reduce the impact of its business activities on the environment and maximise its opportunities to improve the effective use of energy and resources.