How we do business

Committed to integrity

With operations in 10 countries, 6 999 employees and 27 million customers, Tele2 has an important role to play in society and is a key part of many people’s lives. It is therefore essential that we build sound, sustainable external relationships in order to realize our goals and fulfil our mission. It is our firm belief that open communication and good internal control systems not only produce a corporate culture which is sustainable and embraces business ethics; but also results in lower costs and better business opportunities.

Business principles

The Code of Conduct states several business principles that every employee of Tele2 must comply with. Tele2 requires all employees, all members of management and the Board of Directors to read and understand the Code of Conduct and to sign a written acknowledgement that they have done so. 

Treating people with respect

We will not under any circumstances discriminate against anyone. At Tele2 we treat all people equally and respectfully irrespective of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, political opinion or ethnic background.

Fair competition

Tele2 is firmly committed to fair competition. We remain firm believers that open and fair competition works in our favour and do whatever is in our power to defend this view.

Conflict of interest

Tele2 considers it crucial that business decisions are always made in the best interests of the company. To avoid risks of conflicts of interest, the Code of Conduct states that employees may not work outside Tele2 without the company’s written consent.

Customer integrity

Tele2 only collects, stores and uses customers’ personal information for defined business purposes and does not disclose this information. We safeguard our customers’ information, in accordance with applicable laws on customers’ privacy and data retention.

Corruption and bribes

Tele2 does not accept employees offering or accepting any gifts or benefits, directly or indirectly, from a third party unless they can be considered as within the boundaries of accepted business practice, and do not constitute a violation of laws.

Tele2’s Frame Supply Agreement and Vendor Certificate stipulate that contractors of Tele2 must observe high ethical standards and refrain from any kind of corruption or bribery. A violation of the regulations results in compensation to Tele2, in addition to other measures. These conditions apply to Tele2’s global agreements.

Corporate governance

Tele2 has been applying the Swedish Code of Corporate Governance since July 1, 2005, which has increased requirements regarding dissemination of information and control units in the company. More information can be found under Corporate Governance on tele2.com.