Employment Investigations Associate

Employment & Workplace Investigations Specialist

About the Opportunity

A leading UK law firm is seeking an experienced lawyer with 3PQE+ and strong investigations experience to join its expanding workplace investigations team.

Demand for independent workplace investigations continues to grow, and this newly created role offers the opportunity to become a key part of a specialist function that supports a broad client base across a range of sectors.

The successful candidate will take ownership of complex workplace investigations, including grievances, disciplinary matters, whistleblowing concerns and other employee relations issues, while contributing to the continued growth and development of the investigations offering.

This is a national role and can be based from multiple UK offices, with hybrid working available. Travel may occasionally be required depending on client needs.

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload of independent workplace investigations from initial instruction through to final report.

Responsibilities will include:

• Scoping and planning investigations
• Reviewing documentary and witness evidence
• Conducting sensitive witness and stakeholder interviews
• Assessing complex and often conflicting evidence
• Producing clear, balanced and well-reasoned investigation reports
• Managing client communications and expectations throughout investigations
• Monitoring timelines, budgets and project delivery
• Identifying emerging issues and advising on potential changes to scope
• Maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality, professionalism and impartiality

About You

This role is suited to individuals with significant experience conducting workplace investigations and managing sensitive employee relations matters.

You may currently be:

• An Employment Lawyer seeking a specialist investigations-focused role
• An Internal Investigations Manager (with SQE or Bar qualification)
• A Workplace Investigator operating in-house

Applicants should be able to demonstrate experience of:

• Planning and managing workplace investigations
• Interviewing employees and senior stakeholders
• Evaluating evidence and making findings of fact
• Producing detailed written investigation reports
• Handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion
• Managing multiple matters simultaneously and meeting deadlines

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing specialist investigations practice
• High-quality and varied client work
• Exposure to complex and sensitive matters across multiple sectors
• Collaborative and supportive national team environment
• Strong career development prospects
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements