b'2022 AusLSAOUR PEOPLE OUR ENVIRONMENTSUSTAINABILITY SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS: SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS:PROFILE Hicksons prides itself on an authentic, inclusive and supportiveHicksons participate in the annual NABERS reporting through culture, promoting collaboration and positive energy with a focus onNSW Dept of Planning, Industry & Environment achieving a trust and communication. Part of Hicksons business strategy is a5.5/6 Rating. Hicksons occupies level 24 of One International program of continuous improvement, to Be our Best. Hicksons isTowers Barangaroo, a precinct which has been certified and driven by its values of Excellence, Respect, Integrity andrated with the following; Climate Active.org, Well Responsibility which are highlighted through its program initiativesInternational; Active Score Gold Greensearch Council and the firms Code of Conduct.Australia.Hicksons has crafted several People Programs which support the values of the corporate vision. This includes its Benefits program,Hicksons Newcastle Office, Darby Plaza opened in June 2022. encompassing its Flourish@Hicksons initiative. This comprises fourIt was designed using smart and sustainable building pillars: Your Mind Fuel, Your Career, Your Support and Yourtechnologies, targeting a 4.5-star NABERS rating. Wellbeing. Your Mind Fuel encourages innovative learning systems and networking opportunities. Your Benefits focuses on flexible work practices, collaboration and our rewards program. Your Career provides transparency to progression pathways and development/mentoring programs. Your Wellbeing is Hicksons people wellness program which includes the firms community contribution program, mental health awareness training and its employee assistance program. With Hicksons people-centric strategy, we invest in career Hicksons Lawyers progression, learning and development to build capability, supported by mentoring opportunities. Hicksons Giving Back program Headcount:236 (FTE) recognises the firms corporate social responsibility strategy with Floor Area:3,400m2 initiatives such as a commitment to childrens medical research and pro-bono services. Number of Offices : 2 GENDER47% 67% 79% 80% CLIMATEEQUALITY ACTIONHicksons is a mid-tier commercial law firm who assists government, organisations andINITIATIVES: INITIATIVES: TelecommutingGreen Star rated buildings 4-6 starTeleconferencing individuals throughout Australia and in Asia International Womens DayEmployer of Choice for Gender EqualityFemalefacilities and trainingEarth HourEnd of trip facilitiesNABERSs to create sustainable value by deliveringadvancement, mentoring and coaching Training - Gender awareness unconsciousEnergy RatingClimate Active - Carbon NeutralEfficient building and legal and commercial advice, services andbiasGender sensitive promotion and recruitmentInternal D&I networks orlighting automationRenewable ElectricityVoluntary Carbon Offsets solutions. Our breadth of expertise iscommitteesEqual pay controlsWomen on BoardsEnergy audits in previous two yearsreflected in our diverse practice groups andGROSS EMISSIONScomplemented by our industry and sectorINCLUSIVE125t - 0.53t per employee focus. With offices in Sydney and Newcastle, WORKPLACEour services extend to commercial disputes,87% 0%property, planning, construction, health,BUILDINGS 108tgeneral insurance, workplace relations andD&I INITIATIVES:87%workers compensation. With a strong Recruitment and promotion for D&IInternal D&I networks or committees0.0 2m3t/business strategy focused on clients, people Membership - DCATraining - Awareness and unconscious biasStaff surveys D&I1.4% 10.2%and community, the firm has invested in ourLGBTQ INITIATIVES:TRAVEL 16.4t2025 Strategic Vision, identifying future Wear ir Purple DayPro bono supportGender pronouns promotion 0 13.2%. 0 5t/e e epo ygoals.m lFLEXIBLENET EMISSIONSWe pride ourselves on our energy and WORKPLACE 16 16 92% 125t - 0.53t per employeeauthenticity to drive client solutions, attract and develop talent and serve our broader community. With over 65 years in practice,INITIATIVES:ENVIRONMENTAL we are visionary thought leaders who have Flexible work hoursPart time optionsJob sharingRemote working tools MANAGEMENTharnessed our history and experience andand systemsSupport for flexible workingUnpaid leaveCarers leaveStudy leaveVolunteering leavePurchased leaveCareer breaksAdjusted KPIs after continue to focus on our commitment andabsencesSabbaticalsDomestic violence leave INITIATIVES: value to our clients. World Environment DayCitySwitch Green OfficePSYCHOLOGICALWELLBEING RECYCLING100% OFFICESINITIATIVES:Minds Count -TJMF GuidelinesR U OK? programPsychological support / EAPMental health first aid training and supportMental Health Awareness WeekTraining - Mental health awareness and managementExternal mental healthPAPER programs hostingMental health office championUSAGEINITIATIVES: PHYSICAL Paperlite office programFollow me printing WELLBEINGINITIATIVES:Ergonomics programFlu vaccinationsGym membershipsTeam eventsWellness awareness and promotionSubsidised Health InsuranceOnsite fruit and healthy cateringHealth EAP'