Governance
Roles & Responsibilities of the Board & Management
The role of the Board is to approve the strategic direction of the Group, guide and monitor the management of Leichhardt and its business in achieving its strategic plans and oversee good governance practice.
The Board aims to protect and enhance the interests of its shareholders, while taking into account the interests of other stakeholders, including employees, customers, suppliers and the wider community. In performing its role, the Board is committed to a high standard of corporate governance practice and fostering a culture of compliance which values ethical behaviour, personal and corporate integrity, accountability and respect for others.
The Board has a charter which clearly sets out its role and responsibilities and describes those matters expressly reserved for the Board’s determination and those matters delegated to management. Leichhardt’s Chief Executive Officer has responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Company and its businesses, and is supported in this function by the Leichhardt Leadership Team.
Code of Conduct
Leichhardt is committed to conducting business in an open and accountable way. Our corporate governance practices are of a high standard and assist in ensuring the delivery of shareholder value while maintaining stakeholder integrity.
We accept that we have a leadership role in setting and articulating corporate governance standards in Australia. Our Code of Conduct is underpinned by the values to be open, trustworthy, original and to be an example for others.
By maintaining compliance with this Code of Conduct Leichhardt aims to maintain a high standard of integrity and stakeholder confidence.