Are you passionate about fairness, integrity, and creating inclusive workplaces? We’re looking for a Lead Workplace Investigator to join our People Team and take the lead on complex employee relations investigations across NCHA.
As our Lead Workplace Investigator , you’ll conduct and oversee investigations on a range of complex employee relations matters, such as conduct, bullying, harassment, and discrimination. You’ll act as a guardian for investigation standards, coach managers, and ensure that all casework is handled with professionalism, empathy, and legal compliance.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong HR experience, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to upholding NCHA’s CLEAR values.
Your roles and responsibilities will vary day to day but to give you an idea of what to expect, they may look like this:
Leading and conducting workplace investigations with fairness and diligence.
Supporting and coaching managers through the investigation process.
Ensuring investigations are completed to a high, consistent standard and within reasonable timeframes.
Presenting findings clearly to support decision-making.
Promoting a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
Check out the role profile for a more in-depth description of the role.
What we’re looking for
You will have experience of working in an HR role and will be self-sufficient with an ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders including Trade Unions. Your approach will be people centric, and you will demonstrate a can-do attitude. To be successful in this role you will:
Be CIPD qualified (minimum Level 5) or have equivalent HR experience, with a strong understanding of employment law and how it applies to investigations and employee relations
Have experience conducting or reviewing workplace investigations, providing robust advice on complex cases, and writing clear, concise reports that support sound decision-making
Have a naturally curious mind with great verbal and written communication skills. As well as analytical with good judgement and excellent attention to detail
Need to be highly organised, able to manage a varied workload, and willing to work flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends, and travel to NCHA sites when needed.
Working Hours
This is a flexible role covering 21 hours per week, with at least 2 days in our new purpose-built office in Clifton.
If you are successful, we are happy to discuss any flexibility with the role you may need.
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