Whistleblowers perform an important role as they are uniquely placed to expose improper conduct within organisations. Often the best source of information concerning inappropriate conduct is persons who work for or have dealings with an organisation.
This site is designed to allow you to inform Computershare about known or suspected improper conduct within our organisation.
Whistleblower disclosure is simple, and anonymous if you wish.
How to Make a Disclosure of Improper Conduct
You may make a disclosure:
> In writing, by email or telephone to the Regional Disclosure Coordinator
| Region |
Name |
Position |
Postal Address |
Email |
Telephone |
| AsiaPac |
Richard de Souza |
Head of Internal Audit |
GPO Box 2975EE, Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia |
click here |
+61 3 9415 5132 |
| Canada |
Cathie Bunch |
Head of Internal Audit |
1500 University Suite 700 Montreal QC H3A 3S8 |
click here |
+1 514 982 7644 |
| United Kingdom |
Emma Lowry |
Legal Counsel |
The Pavilions, Bridgwater Road, Bristol, BS99 7NH United Kingdom |
click here |
+44 870 703 0363 |
| Europe & South Africa |
Waseem Ahmed |
Head of Internal Audit |
The Pavilions, Bridgwater Road, Bristol, BS99 7NH United Kingdom |
click here |
+44 870 703 6134 |
| United States & Other Countries |
William Cordaro |
Head of Risk Services |
250 Royall Street, Canton, MA 02021 USA |
click here |
+1 781 575 4093 |
> Electronically via an online disclosure form
Select the Whistle Blower Form link from the left and follow the simple instructions.
You should carefully consider whether your disclosure of improper conduct is based on well grounded information and is being made in good faith. Any deliberate false accusations are taken seriously and are considered as improper conduct itself. Disclosures in good faith will usually be protected by domestic law. If in doubt you are encouraged to seek advice and the Regional Disclosure Coordinator can provide guidance about the relevant principles
What Happens Once You Make a Disclosure
When you make a whistleblower disclosure, it is immediately assessed and investigated discreetly by Computershare’s Internal Audit team which is an independent function and separate to Computershare’s business departments.
It is the responsibility of the Regional Disclosure Coordinator to take all reasonable steps to have the matter investigated and to maintain the confidentiality of the whistleblower.
Confidentiality
Computershare understands that maintaining the confidentiality of the whistleblower is necessary to avoid potential reprisals or detrimental action toward the whistleblower. All disclosures will be kept confidential, subject to the need to meet legal and regulatory requirements.
What is Improper Conduct?
Improper conduct includes:
> Harassment
> Improper business conduct
The intentional promise, offer, payment or gift by any person, directly or indirectly, of an advantage of any kind whatsoever to a person, as undue consideration for themselves, or for anyone else, to act or refrain from acting in the exercise of their functions; or the intentional request or receipt by a person, directly or indirectly, of an undue advantage of any kind whatsoever, for themselves or for anyone else, or the acceptance of offers or promises of such advantages to act or refrain from acting in the exercise of their functions.
> Corporate misconductIncluding but not limited to: the forgery or alteration of documents; misrepresentation of information on documents; misappropriation of funds, securities, supplies, or any other asset; theft, disappearance, or destruction of any asset; authorising or receiving payments for goods not received or services not performed; any violation of Federal, State, or Local laws related to dishonest activities; or any similar or related activity.
> A substantial mismanagement of Computershare resources
> Conduct involving substantial risk to public health or safety
> Unlawful or criminal conduct
What is Computershare’s Policy on Dealing with Improper Conduct?
Computershare adopts an absolute zero tolerance to inappropriate conduct within the organisation. It is our policy to actively detect fraud or improper conduct and to use every available disciplinary avenue to ensure that the offender is appropriately dealt with.
In line with this view, Computershare will take disciplinary actions against any person who commits fraud or engages in improper conduct. These disciplinary actions may include:
› Criminal prosecution and involvement of relevant authorities
› Dismissal
› Restitution, disgorgement and other forms of financial redress
Click here for more information about Computershare’s Whistleblower Policy
