This area covers the careful assessment of suppliers, sub-contractors and sourcing networks to identify risks to a business, from ethical and legal compliance to operational reliability. A solicitor in this field drafts and reviews procurement terms, conducts or coordinates supplier due diligence, and helps implement policies on modern slavery, sanctions, anti-bribery, and environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards. They also advise on audit rights, flow-down compliance clauses, remediation plans, and how to respond to supplier breaches or regulatory investigations.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
The work involves mapping supply chains, assessing regulatory risk, and negotiating contract terms that build in due diligence, audit access, and escalation processes. It also covers implementing monitoring frameworks and handling data collection from suppliers, with attention to applicable UK and international standards and enforcement actions if issues arise.
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