Modern Slavery Statement

Outsourcing Professional Directors (OPD) Limited
Modern Slavery Statement
Effective Date: August 2025

1. Introduction

This statement is made under Section 54 of the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015. It outlines the steps taken by Outsourcing Professional Directors (OPD) Limited during the financial year to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains.

OPD is committed to ethical practices and the highest standards of integrity in all our dealings. We oppose all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, bonded labour, child labour, and human trafficking.

2. Our Business

Outsourcing Professional Directors (OPD) Limited is a UK-based company providing a range of professional outsourcing services, including:

Outsourcing payroll management
Outsourcing bookkeeping
Outsourcing personnel
Expats services
Charity and church management services
Training and professional development

We operate from our head office in Waltham Abbey, United Kingdom, and serve clients across the UK and internationally.

3. Our Supply Chains

Our supply chains include, but are not limited to, suppliers of IT services, training providers, recruitment agencies, contractors, and professional services firms. We expect all our suppliers and partners to adhere to ethical labour practices and to ensure their supply chains are free from modern slavery.

4. Policies and Due Diligence

OPD has implemented the following policies and practices to support our commitment:

Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy
Supplier Code of Conduct
Recruitment and Employment Policies to ensure all staff are legally employed and treated fairly
Whistleblowing Policy, encouraging employees and partners to report concerns confidentially

We carry out risk assessments of suppliers and partners where appropriate and require contractual assurances that they comply with applicable modern slavery legislation.

5. Training and Awareness

To maintain awareness and ensure a proactive approach:

Key staff receive regular training on identifying and responding to signs of modern slavery
Managers are briefed on ethical recruitment practices
We raise awareness across our business about the importance of ethical conduct and compliance

6. Ongoing Commitments

We remain committed to:

Continually reviewing and strengthening our internal controls and supply chain oversight
Updating our due diligence processes to identify and mitigate risks
Collaborating with stakeholders to uphold ethical labour standards

7. Contact Information

For more information on this statement or to report any concerns, please contact:

Outsourcing Professional Directors (OPD) Limited
Suite 322B, Ability House
121 Brooker Road
Waltham Abbey, EN9 1JH
United Kingdom
📧 info@outsourcedirectors.com
📞 +44 208 145 3355

8. Approval and Review

This statement was approved by the Directors of OPD Limited and will be reviewed annually.

Approved by: Sarah Santeng
Position: Chief Executive Director
Date: August 2025