Standing by our commitments
Our offices
In 2021, we moved into our current headquarters in Brussels, which gave us the opportunity to further align our working environment with our commitment to sustainability. As well as prioritising eco-friendly materials, we supplement our purchased green electricity with energy from roof-top solar panels, we reduce our water consumption by using rainwater for toilet flushing, and we optimise our waste management by separating four types of waste for recycling. In Dhaka, our Bangladesh Liaison Office reflects the same sustainability, innovation and excellence principles as our Brussels headquarters. Sustainable raw materials have been chosen where possible and the walls have been decorated with hand-stitched ‘nakshikatha’, a traditional local craft. We also used recycled materials for sofa covers and repurposed stitched cloth for seating tool covers.
We also developed salary policies in 2022 and 2023 with an external provider to establish a more structured salary scale and lay the groundwork for compliance with the EU Pay Transparency Directive. Additionally, to further enhance and promote transparency, we implemented a whistleblowing policy and tools in line with EU directives. To reduce the environmental impact of our operations in Brussels and give our employees more choice, we introduced some transport-related policies. Starting in 2024, only 100% Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) or Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) are allowed under our sustainable car policy. We also offer an additional bonus, on top of the legal requirement, to employees that join a bike leasing programme.
Education and awareness raising
From the moment new employees join Stanley/Stella, we continually invest in their growth, offering comprehensive induction training and ongoing development in both technical and soft skills. To deepen their understanding of our ecosystem, we organise a Bangladesh Discovery Trip several times a year. This immersive experience lets employees connect with local colleagues, understand the culture, and explore our partner factories and initiatives. Our regular Connect events are another way we reinforce in-person connections and provide opportunities for knowledge sharing. This event, which brings our international team together several times a year, also offers the chance to strengthen everyone’s involvement in our ongoing sustainability projects. Outside of organised events or trainings, the Sustainability Corner in our Brussels headquarters aims to promote awareness about environmental and social issues among colleagues. This cosy library features a wide range of resources on various sustainability topics, from food and travel to fashion and the climate crisis.
Our workplace policies
Our aim is to foster a supportive, transparent, and sustainable workplace, and various policies contribute to that goal. Our remote work policy at our Brussels headquarters aims to balance work-life harmony with our fast-paced growth and business needs.
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United Kingdom (Sales branch)
Bangladesh (Liaison office)
Belgium (Headquarters)
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