Code of Conduct [Verhaltenskodex]

Name of code

Code of Conduct [Verhaltenskodex]

Originator of code

Österreichische Ärzte- und Apothekerbank AG

Country

Austria

Original language

German

Year of creation

N/A

Type of code

Corporate

Main frame of accountability

Market

Transparency

Public

Legal and regulatory context

Non-mandatory

Implementation and enforcement

Voluntary

Diversity

Yes

AI/automation

No

Abstract

The legally non-binding” Code of Conduct” of Apobank summarises the core values and compliance issues. It focuses on trust and integrity, ensuring that employees conduct themselves with integrity both within and outside the bank. Additionally, Apobank emphasizes respect and promotes respectful interaction among employees, customers, and the general public. The twelfth chapter: “Information, communication and public relation” is particularly relevant. In this context, the company emphasizes transparency, accuracy, reliability and completeness in reporting its activities as well as compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Employees are prohibited from sharing information with the media without consulting the press department.

Full text