Equal pay certification As part of its commitment to being an inclusive and balanced employer, Givaudan obtained the equal pay certification in July 2021 for all sites in Switzerland. Compensation, a key driver Decent work and gender equality will be affected positively by ensuring equal pay for equal work. We monitor gender pay equity to identify any outstanding pay gaps and ensure they are promptly addressed. These annual global studies are conducted in our key markets and in accordance with the methodology of the Swiss Federal Office for Gender Equity. Results for the Givaudan Group globally show that the average base salary difference between men and women is 1.4% for equivalent roles and skill sets. For total cash compensation (fixed and variable pay) the difference is also 1.4%. In 2021, our sites in Switzerland received an equal pay certification, recognition as a fair employer. The Swiss Fair-ON-Pay certificate was received following a review by quality controller SGS, in accordance with the recognised statistical methods. In addition, our compensation policies are an essential component of our employee value proposition and a key driver of both individual and business performance. A robust process and continuously updated rewards strategy for employees is in place to ensure our compensation offering is competitive and enables us to attract, motivate and retain qualified employees. For our senior managers, our Performance Share Plan is fully aligned with the purpose ambitions for climate, diversity and inclusion, and employee safety. Thus performance is measured using financial key performance indicators as well as social and environmental targets. READ MORE For a more detailed explanation of our compensation mix ▸ page 129 ▸ Setting incentives to create value Givaudan employees 2021 2020 Total number of full-time employees ¹ 16,842 15,852 Total head count ² 14,128 12,807 Total number of employees (head count) 14,128 12,807 Women 5, 579 5,026 M en 8,549 7, 7 8 1 New employee hires 2,332 1,632 W omen 878 684 M en 1,454 948 Turnover rate 10% 9% W omen 10% 8% M en 10% 9% 1. This is defined as equivalent full-time employees and includes acquisitions ( Activ International, Vika B.V., Naturex, Centroflora, Expressions Parfumées, Albert-Vieille, Golden Frog, Ungerer, drom, Fragrance Oil, Alderys, DDW and Custom Essence). 2. Th is is defined as the number of physical people and includes internal temporary and regular employees. In 2020 it includes Activ International and all other acquisitions excluded. In 2021 it includes Activ International and drom integrated entities and all other acquisitions excluded. Givaudan Mexico recognised as ‘Super company for women’ RANKED 13 TH OUT OF 100 I feel safe here. Gender equality is promoted as part of our culture. Daniela Givaudan has been evolving to achieve the diversity and inclusion that it has and to ensure that everyone has a voice that can be heard. Enrique This Company is unique because it inspires me; I can be who I am within a place that gives me infinite options to create, inspire and learn. Paulina Givaudan – 2021 Integrated Annual Report Acting as a force for good Pe ople To wards a more balanced, inclusive company 95 Acting as a force for good