Common use of Avoiding Conflicts of Interest Clause in Contracts

Avoiding Conflicts of Interest. 8.1 You must ensure that Your interests, activities and associations outside of the Company do not result in actual, apparent or potential Conflicts of Interest with Your professional duties and decisions as an Employee, by directly or indirectly compromising Your independence or professional judgement, or creating an appearance of doing so. You must not allow, or appear to allow, a personal relationship to influence Your decision-making or judgement. You must ensure that the Company’s interests are paramount when business opportunities are assessed and commercial decisions are taken. You may make personal financial investments, pursue other business interests and maintain social relationships with people You meet through Your Employment, if all of the relevant requirements of this Section of the Policy are met. You must ensure that these Interactions do not result in actual, apparent or potential Conflicts of Interest with the Company’s business activities. You must not use Company resources or your position as an Employee for Your own personal benefit or for the benefit of Your relatives, friends or other associates.