Independent, Impartial Workplace Investigations You Can Trust

Impartial, evidence-based investigations for employment lawyers, HR consultants and the organisations they advise. Trusted with complex, sensitive matters, including those involving directors and senior stakeholders.
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Led by Senior HR Professional Advisors

More than 20 years in HR and employee relations, with professional training in workplace investigations and a proven record on sensitive, senior-level cases.

Sector experience
Solicitors
Professional services
Life sciences
Technology
Technical and specialist
Publishing
Manufacturing

MCIPD-qualified investigator

20+ years in HR and employee relations

In line with the ACAS Code of Practice

Strictly confidential

Why choose us

Experience you can rely on when the stakes are high

Every investigation is led by someone who has spent more than two decades in senior HR roles, so the evidence is weighed with a real understanding of how organisations and senior teams work.

Independent

No predetermined outcome. Conflicts of interest are checked before we start.

Experienced

MCIPD-qualified, 20+ years in HR and trained in workplace investigations.

Discreet

Information is shared only where it needs to be, with particular care on senior cases.

Thorough

Evidence for and against every allegation is considered and tested.

Practical

Proportionate enquiries and clear findings you can act on.

Senior-level cases

Trusted with sensitive matters at board level

Allegations involving directors, partners and other senior stakeholders carry extra weight. Reputations are exposed, the power balance between the people involved is uneven, and the outcome is more likely to be challenged.

We have a proven track record on exactly these cases. We work with discretion, use sound judgement and understand the heightened sensitivities that come with senior-level investigations.

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Discretion at every stage

Interviews, evidence and communications are handled with care to limit exposure.

Confidence with senior stakeholders

Experience of managing board dynamics and senior expectations calmly.

Findings that hold up

Clear, reasoned conclusions on each allegation, ready for scrutiny.

Who we work with

Built around the people who recommend and run investigations

For employment lawyers
When you recommend an investigator to a client, your reputation goes with them. We keep you informed throughout, so there are no surprises.
  • Regular check-ins and progress updates
  • Strong sector experience, including solicitors' firms
  • Proven on cases involving senior directors
  • Tribunal preparation support if needed
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For HR consultants
Experienced in workplace investigations? Join our associate team and do the work you enjoy, without the admin and awkward conversations.
  • Pick and choose the assignments you take on
  • Peer review and feedback during each investigation
  • We agree fees and terms with the client, not you
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How it works

A clear process, planned around each case

01
Scope

Agree the Terms of Reference: allegations, purpose and realistic timings.

02
Plan

Identify parties, witnesses and evidence, and the questions to answer.

03
Gather

Interview those involved and collect documents, messages and statements.

04
Review

Organise the evidence and follow up wherever clarification is needed.

05
Analyse

Weigh evidence for and against each allegation on the balance of probabilities.

06
Report

A written report: evidence considered, facts established and conclusions.

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Tribunal support

Prepared for every stage of the tribunal process

If a matter goes to an employment tribunal, our experienced team offers calm, objective support throughout. You’ll be well prepared for each stage and able to respond with confidence under pressure.
Preparation at each stage

Know what's coming and what will be expected of you.

A clear account of the investigation

The process, evidence and findings set out in a way that stands up to questioning.

Calm, objective support

Working alongside your legal advisers when the pressure is on.

HR Investigations

Confidential from the first call to the final report

Everything you tell us is treated in confidence. Information gathered during an investigation is shared only where it’s reasonably necessary for the investigation, the decisions that follow, or to meet legal obligations. We’re open with everyone involved about how their information will be used.

“HR Investigator provided excellent support and made the entire process straightforward and professional. Their expertise and attention to detail gave us confidence from start to finish.”

Sarah Mitchell, Human Resources
FAQs

Common questions

How will I be kept updated?
We agree check-in points at the start and provide regular progress updates throughout. For lawyers referring a client, we can agree who receives updates and how often.
It depends on the number of allegations, how many people need to be interviewed and their availability. We agree realistic timings at the scoping stage and let you know straight away if anything changes.
Yes. We have a proven track record on sensitive matters involving directors and other senior stakeholders, and we handle them with discretion and care.
No. The investigator establishes the facts and reaches findings on each allegation. Decisions about disciplinary action or sanctions stay with the organisation, unless they’re specifically included in the Terms of Reference.
Yes, information is treated confidentially and shared only where reasonably necessary. Absolute confidentiality can’t always be guaranteed, because evidence may need to be put to another person so they can respond fairly.
Yes. Our team offers calm, objective support to help you prepare for each stage of the tribunal process.

Need to talk through a case?

Every situation is different. Call us for a confidential conversation and we’ll explain how an investigation would work.
Call 01462 511 100
info@hr-investigations.co.uk