Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy

Oakmont Recruitment Ltd
Effective Date: [27.03.25]

1. Policy Statement

Oakmont Recruitment Ltd is committed to promoting equal opportunities and diversity throughout our recruitment practices. We value and respect the diversity of our clients, candidates, employees, and all individuals with whom we interact. We are dedicated to providing a working environment and recruitment process free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

• All employees, contractors, and representatives of Oakmont Recruitment Ltd.
• All job applicants and candidates engaging with Oakmont Recruitment Ltd.
• All clients and third parties working with Oakmont Recruitment Ltd.

It covers every stage of the recruitment process, from advertisement and shortlisting to placement and employment.

3. Our Commitment

We are committed to:

• Ensuring equality of opportunity and fair treatment in recruitment, selection, and placement.
• Actively promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Preventing and eliminating discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Assessing all candidates purely on their skills, qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role.
• Complying fully with the Equality Act 2010 and all other relevant legislation.

4. Responsibilities

Oakmont Recruitment Ltd will:

• Take all reasonable steps to ensure that our recruitment practices are fair and non-discriminatory.
• Train staff to understand and implement equal opportunities principles.
• Regularly review policies and procedures to ensure they promote equality and diversity.
• Take prompt and appropriate action if discrimination or harassment is identified.

Our Employees and Representatives must:

• Treat all colleagues, candidates, and clients with dignity and respect.
• Follow the principles of this policy in all recruitment activities.
• Report any concerns or incidents of discrimination, harassment, or victimisation.

5. Recruitment Practices

We ensure:

• Job advertisements are non-discriminatory and written in clear, inclusive language.
• Shortlisting, interviewing, and selection decisions are based on objective criteria.
• Reasonable adjustments are offered to accommodate candidates with disabilities.
• Client vacancies are only accepted if they are free from unlawful discrimination.
• Feedback is provided on request to all unsuccessful candidates.

6. Monitoring & Review

Oakmont Recruitment Ltd monitors its recruitment practices to:

• Identify any areas where diversity can be improved.
• Ensure compliance with equal opportunities legislation.
• Take corrective action where necessary.

This policy will be reviewed annually or sooner if there are changes in legislation or company practices.

7. Complaints

Any candidate, client, or employee who believes they have been subject to unlawful discrimination during their engagement with Oakmont Recruitment Ltd is encouraged to raise their concern by contacting us at hr@oakmont-recruitment.co.uk. Complaints will be treated seriously, promptly investigated, and handled in confidence.

COMPANY NUMBER: 16308149