ComplianceCompliance

Compliance

We regard legal and regulatory compliance as a management task of the utmost importance and take every measure to ensure fair, impartial, and ethical business activities. We always conduct compliance activities as a good corporate citizen based on respect for social and ethical norms. We are committed to remaining a group worthy of the trust placed in us by all stakeholders, including enterprises and the communities involved in or affected by our businesses.

Social responsibilities We endeavor to acquire business knowledge in relation to various laws and regulations, and we are committed to providing high-quality services and continuously improving our businesses. Moreover, through these efforts, we support the transformation of our clients’ businesses and create employment opportunities, thereby fulfilling our social responsibility.
Compliance with Labor Laws We comply with various labor laws and regulations and appropriately conduct business operations.
- We provide appropriate human resource services pursuant to the Worker Dispatching Act.
- We conduct business operations appropriately pursuant to the Labor Standards Act, the Industrial Safety and Health Act, andother labor laws and regulations.
Enrollment in Social Insurance We appropriately conduct business operations to ensure fulfillment of the requirements for the enrollment of registered working personnel in social insurance and employment insurance.
- Personnel with a certain level of work experience are enrolled in social insurance and employment insurance.
- We ensure that all personnel are enrolled in industrial accident insurance regardless of their level of work experience.
Protection of PersonalInformation We comply with personal information protection laws and regulations and appropriately conduct business operations.
For details, please see our Personal Information Protection Policy on our website.
Fair and Equitable Transactions We conduct clear, fair, and equitable transactions. We firmly reject any unlawful or unfair demands from antisocial forces.
Prohibition of Harassment
and Unfair Treatment		 We prohibit harassment, such as sexual harassment or harassment by supervisors, as well as any inhumane treatment that threatens or harms employees.
Prevention of Child Labor We comply with the minimum working age.Additionally, for minors under the age of 18, we comply with the special protective provisions stipulated by the Labor Standards Act regarding working hours, days off, and night work.

Internal Whistleblowing System (Compliance Hotline)

An internal whistleblowing system (compliance hotline) has been established as a common reporting system for the entire Group. The Internal Audit Office and part-time outside statutory auditors serve as the contact points for this system, and we endeavor to ensure that all Group employees are fully aware ofthe system. We maintain the anonymity of whistleblowers if they request us to do so, and we guarantee that they will not suffer any disadvantage as a result of their reports.
Number of Whistleblowing Cases (2021: 13cases, 2022: 12cases, 2023: 6cases, 2024: 14cases)

Education of Employees

To foster an awareness of compliance, the Company conducts annual training for all employees on compliance issues and the prevention of insider trading.

Prevention of Corruption

The Company maintains fair and mutually beneficial relationships with business partners and appropriate relationships with political and government entities and does not engage in corrupt acts such as the inappropriate giving of gifts or provision of entertainment. The Company ensures that all employees are fully informed of its stance in this regard.

  • Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy

    • 1.Compliance with Laws and Regulations
      The Group and its officers and employees comply with all national and regional anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws and regulations that apply to the Group.
    • 2. Prohibition of Bribery
      The Group and its officers and employees will not directly or indirectly engage in any acts of corruption or complicity in corrupt acts with respect to public officials or persons in equivalent positions or other business operators in Japan or abroad.
    • 3. Thorough Recording and Management
      The Group prepares accurate accounting records for all transactions in a timely manner and retains them.
    • 4. Response to Violations
      The Group will take strict disciplinary action in accordance with internal regulations when instances of non-compliance with this policy are identified.