Best Corporate Citizen
For the firm that has made managing its community and environmental impact an integral part of the way that it does business, whilst adding business value.
2007 WINNER
The team at Shoosmiths
Shoosmith's submission reflects the energy, enthusiasm and commitment to Corporate Citizenship that is clearly embedded throughout the Firm. Their comprehensive approach includes a strong management
commitment, an innovative plan to measure community work and support for a mix of employee-led initiatives. Projects range from pro bono and volunteer services to an eclectic mix of non-legal initiatives that frequently involve clients. Environmental initiatives are similarly comprehensive ranging from getting to grips with energy usage and carbon footprinting, eschewing use of bottled water and practical initiatives to reduce car use.
2ND PLACE
With a proven track record in Corporate Responsibility, Eversheds clearly demonstrates committment and performance. Continuing a tradition of strong community investment, the company delivered over 2% of pre tax profit to local initiatives and has an established Charitable Trust Fund. Through its environmental policy and three year strategy, the firm is undertaking initiatives to reduce waste, energy use and carbon - and extend environmental performance requirements to its suppliers. We especially liked the environmental intranet which provides information to all employees.
3RD PLACE
Freshfields continues to show international leadership on corporate citizenship issues. One commendable initiative focuses on equipping homeless people with skills and confidence through a work placement and hiring programme. Pro bono work is broad based and fundraising supports home building worldwide. On environmental issues, Freshfields exhibits a knowledge, understanding and concern of the key issues with plans to: recycle more, reduce energy consumption and become carbon neutral worldwide.
EUROPEAN WINNER 2007
Rachel Hussey, Padriag O'Riordain and Nial Whelan
Arthur Cox stands out as the leading law firm working with charitable organisations throughout Ireland. In addition to emphasising pro bono activities, the firm is expanding and implementing a comprehensive Corporate Social Responsibility policy. The firm continues to build on its strong philanthropic heritage and are developing comprehensive guidelines on governance policies and the role of directors in the charitable sector.
ROLL OF HONOUR
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Jo Ford and Cathy Jones of Clifford Chance with Mallen Baker of Business in the Community
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Mallen Baker of BIC with Katie Briggs and Mike Kelly of KPMG
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2007 SPONSOR
Business in the Community is a unique movement in the UK of 750 member companies, with a further 1,600 participating in our programmes and campaigns. Over 200 business leaders, engaged in responsible business practice, drive our strategy. We operate through a network of 100 local business-led partnerships, and 90 global partners. Our purpose is to inspire, challenge, engage and support business in continually improving its positive impact on society. We are the largest and longest-established organisation of its kind - an independent business-led charity with 25 years experience.
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