Employment investigations

Employment investigations can be a daunting and time-consuming process, even for highly experienced managers.

Employment investigations are often an essential first step in enabling organisations to understand and address difficult issues, including:

  • Allegations of serious wrongdoing.
  • Underperformance at a senior level or within a business-critical function.
  • Systemic or cultural concerns.

Independent external investigations

We frequently carry out independent investigations on behalf of organisations. Our specialist team undertake such investigations from start to finish, and ensure that they are carried out with credibility, independence and efficiency. We balance the need for a thorough and complete process with the need for proportionality, focus and pragmatism. If you need help with an independent investigation, we can help.

Supporting internal investigations

We can also provide support and advice to organisations, boards, directors, or trustees conducting internal investigations.

How we can help

We can provide support throughout your employment investigation, including:

  • Helping to establish terms of reference.
  • Identifying relevant witnesses and structuring questions.
  • Advising on concurrent duties relating to regulators, safeguarding, etc.
  • Addressing perceived conflicts of interest or challenges to the conduct of the investigation.
  • Maintaining confidentiality and privilege (where appropriate).
  • Advising on the steps to take following an investigation.

 

If you would like support with an employment investigation, or if you would like to discuss our independent investigation services, we would be delighted to discuss the ways in which we can help.

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