Embracing ESG: PARTNER’s Commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance Responsibilities

A company's commitment to the principles underlying ESG can become the foundation of its reputation. That's why PARTNER takes a holistic approach to ESG, aiming to transform organisations and empower communities.

FOR anyone new to the business world, ESG means an organisation’s stance on its environmental, social and governance obligations. And while the old school approach might have dismissed it as ‘box ticking’ or ‘political correctness’, it’s now recognised as a leading mechanism for ascertaining a company’s values, impact and performance. As such, it should be one of the cornerstones of every business’s foundation, as it is at PARTNER.

The Importance of ESG Principles

In today’s corporate world, a company’s commitment to the principles underlying ESG can be what its reputation is founded on. And transparency is more key than ever. The UK and America have already implemented compulsory non-financial reporting for companies, with Australia expected to follow. And it’s not just coming from the top. A report by Schroders found that 94% of global investors (91% in Australia) were conscious of factoring ESG-aligned investment opportunities into their portfolios.

Having a robust set of principles defining your approach to ESG isn’t just about ‘doing the right thing’ externally; it’s about promoting the right atmosphere and environment internally as well. ‘Mentally unhealthy’ workplaces cost Australia up to $34 billion every year due to lost hours and reduced productivity. Creating a company with the right values of inclusion, diversity and a sense of community is proven to boost productivity and attract and retain the best employees; something PARTNER is particularly aware of when conducting a candidate search.

PARTNER’s Unique Approach to ESG

So, what is PARTNER doing differently when it comes to ESG? We are actively looking for candidates who don’t just meet the search criteria on paper; in addition to the obvious choices, we seek out those candidates who may not hail from the traditional corporate background or can bring a fresh and innovative perspective to a role.

One of our Directors, Gregor McNally, brings a wealth of expertise from his extensive background in the non-profit sector. His profound experience includes conducting executive-level searches for prominent organisations like IBN, Autism Association, and Access Plus WA Deaf and successfully fulfilling various fundraising roles for Perth Children’s Hospital Foundation.

One of PARTNER’s core values is the advancement of women; Director Caitlin Iustini is deeply committed to not-for-profit organisation CEOs for Gender Equity, while each of the four founders is also strongly aligned with charities Ronald McDonald House and Zonta House.

Because at PARTNER, we know that an effective ESG framework isn’t just about changing your organisation; it’s about changing others, too.

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