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We Follow the Code

Knowing Your Responsibilities

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All employees of CDM Smith have a responsibility to:

  • Understand and practice the values and principles outlined in our Code.
  • Comply with the laws, regulations, policies and client requirements that apply to our work.
  • Maintain an ethical and respectful business culture throughout our firm.
  • Report any unethical business conduct or violations of our Code, policies or the law.

In addition to the above responsibilities, as leaders we expect our managers to also:

  • Ensure their employees are familiar with this Code and our policies.
  • Model high ethical standards and respectful business conduct.
  • Maintain clear and open lines of communication.
  • Address or escalate all employee concerns, reports or allegations appropriately.
  • Be vigilant for signs of inappropriate business conduct anywhere in our firm - not just on their own team.