LCGPeople: Code of Professional Conduct
As members of the CIPD, consultants at LCGPeople are committed to championing better work and working lives and as such we adhere to the standards and behaviours (obligations) set out in the CIPD Code of Professional Conduct. (see below).
These are grouped into principles of: Professional Competence & Behaviour, Ethical Standards & Integrity, Representation of the Profession and Stewardship. They apply universally, regardless of size, sector or specialism, and our membership commits us to upholding and maintaining these.
1. Professional Competence and Behaviour
1.1 maintain professional knowledge and competence through continuing professional development, to ensure they provide a professional, up to date and insightful service
1.2 seek appropriate support if business needs require involvement in new areas of activity
1.3 accept responsibility for their own professional actions and decisions
1.4 apply professional high standards of relevance, accuracy and timeliness in the information and advice they provide to stakeholders.
2. Ethical Standards and Integrity
2.1 establish, maintain and develop business relationships based on confidence, trust and respect
2.2 exhibit and role model professional and personal integrity and honesty at all times
2.3 demonstrate and promote sensitivity for the customs, practices, culture and personal beliefs of others
2.4 champion employment and business practices that promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion and support human rights and dignity
2.5 safeguard all confidential, commercially sensitive and personal data acquired as a result of business relationships and not use it for personal advantage or the benefit or detriment of third parties.
3. Representative of the profession
3.1 always act in a way which supports and upholds the reputation and values of the profession.
3.2 uphold their responsibilities as professional people towards the wider community
3.3 comply with prevailing laws and not encourage, assist or collude with others who may be engaged in unlawful conduct, taking action as appropriate.
3.4 exhibit personal leadership as a role model for maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct
3.5 be mindful of the distinction between acting in a personal and professional capacity.
4. Stewardship
4.1 demonstrate and promote fair and reasonable standards in the treatment of people who are operating within their sphere of influence
4.2 challenge others if they suspect unlawful or unethical conduct or behaviour, taking action as appropriate
4.3 ensure that their professional judgement is not compromised nor could be perceived as being compromised because of bias, or the undue influence of others
4.4 promote appropriate people management and development practices to influence and enable the achievement of business objectives
4.5 ensure those working for them have the appropriate level of competence, supervision and support.
