when might an independent investigator be appropriate

An external investigator can be particularly valuable where allegations are serious, sensitive or complex; involve senior employees; create an actual or perceived conflict of interest; or where internal HR teams do not have the capacity or independence required.  For example:

• Allegations concern a Board member, executive or senior leader 
• HR or senior management is involved in the allegations 
• There are concerns about actual or perceived conflicts of interest 
• The matter involves whistleblowing or a protected disclosure 
• Allegations concern bullying, harassment, discrimination or sexual harassment 
• Evidence is extensive, technical, contradictory or highly contested 
• Multiple complainants, respondents or witnesses are involved 
• The organisation lacks sufficient internal investigation capacity 
• The potential legal, regulatory or reputational consequences are significant 
• Previous internal handling has been challenged and independence needs to be restored.

Investigations are  conducted in accordance with fair process, organisational policy, relevant legal principles and recognised good practice.

ACAS  guidance recognises that the seriousness and complexity of a matter are relevant when deciding who should investigate and that there may be circumstances where appointing an external consultant is appropriate. 

• Chartered Member of the CIPD (MCIPD) 
• 20+ years of extensive ER Experience
• Accredited workplace mediator, providing mediation and conflict resolution services 
• Law degree, underpinning a legally robust investigation approach 
• MSc in Human Resource Management & Training 
• Extensive experience handling complex, sensitive, and high-risk employee misconduct investigations 
• Strong background working within regulated and public sector environments

Clear, Transparent Fees

Workplace investigations will typically start from around £3,000.

Every workplace investigation is different, so fees depend on the scope and complexity of the matter, including the number of allegations and witnesses, volume of evidence and reporting requirements.

Complex, sensitive or evidence-heavy investigations are individually scoped and priced.

Wherever possible, I provide a fixed-fee quotation following an initial confidential scoping discussion, giving you clarity over costs before the investigation begins.

Not sure what level of support you need?

Arrange a confidential, no-obligation scoping call.

Tel: 07976 429524 or email: info@investigationswork.com