FreelanXCode of conduct
A ten-point code of conduct covering respect, integrity, conflicts of interest, data, competition, safety, resources, social media, speaking up and breaches.
Applies to: employees, people employed for us through FreelanX EOR, and contractors when working with us · Effective: [date]
We treat everyone with dignity. Harassment, discrimination and bullying are not tolerated, online or offline.
We are honest with customers, partners and each other. We do not offer or accept bribes or gifts that could influence a decision; gifts above [amount] are declared.
Declare any personal interest that could conflict with your work, such as a role with a competitor or a supplier run by a relative.
Protect confidential information and personal data, and follow the data protection and IT security policies.
Follow competition law, sanctions and export controls.
Work safely, take your breaks and leave, and tell us if something puts you or others at risk.
Use equipment, accounts and money only for work, except reasonable personal use allowed by policy.
Speak for yourself, not for [Company], unless authorised; never share confidential information.
Report concerns to [manager / People team / [confidential channel]]. Reports can be anonymous. Nobody suffers retaliation for raising a concern in good faith.
Breaches are investigated fairly and may lead to disciplinary measures in line with local law and contracts.
Step by step
- 1Copy the policy and complete every [bracket] with your own rules.
- 2Check the practice notes for each country where you have people: local law and collective agreements prevail.
- 3Consult employee representatives where the law requires it, then publish the policy and record that each person received it.
Watch-outs
What changes from one country to another, with the legal source.
Companies with 50 or more workers must have internal reporting channels and protect whistleblowers from retaliation.
Directive (EU) 2019/1937, art. 8 and 19Employers must take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their employees (since 26 October 2024).
Equality Act 2010, s 40A (Worker Protection Act 2023)Companies with 50 or more employees must have internal rules (règlement intérieur), including the harassment provisions and the whistleblower procedure.
Code du travail L1311-2, L1321-2Anti-bribery rules apply to US companies abroad.
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. § 78dd-1Organisations can be liable for failing to prevent bribery; "adequate procedures" are the defence.
Bribery Act 2010, s 7Legal references checked on 15 Oct 2026. Rules change: check the source before you rely on it.
Questions people ask
Is it free?
Yes. Every template is free to read and copy: no sign-up, no email, no download.
Is this legal advice?
This template is for information and does not constitute legal advice; adapt it to your situation and local law.