Workplace investigations

Our experienced investigations team can provide a bespoke range of options to support you when conducting workplace investigations, from providing light touch support in the background to conducting a robust, independent investigation on your behalf.

A workplace investigation will form the bedrock of any decisions taken during an internal process. It is therefore vital that a thorough process is undertaken without delay, to ensure compliance with your legal obligations and to enhance protection in the event of litigation.

Any form of investigation typically carries significant reputational and financial risk and can be stressful, time consuming and disruptive for those involved. We therefore act quickly and work at pace to minimise disruption and to avoid unnecessary stress and anxiety to all involved.

When there are specific areas of concern within your business, we can provide bespoke in-house training or lift the lid by conducting external reviews of your culture and practices to assist you in addressing issues, protecting your employees and improving your working environment.

Our experience

We have experience conducting a wide range of investigations, often flowing from whistleblowing or disciplinary allegations and serious allegations of discrimination, particularly around sexual harassment in the workplace.

We can help you avoid common pitfalls and navigate through any obstacles, or you may use our experienced team to conduct an investigation and provide a thorough report you can rely on.

We have advised clients in relation to some of the most high-profile investigations in recent years, but whether it's in the public spotlight or behind closed doors, we tailor our approach to fit.

Our workplace investigations team has experience advising in relation to matters such as:

Disciplinary matters
Grievances
Bullying and harassment
Discrimination
Compliance

Cultural issues
Recruitment practices
Whistleblowing
Bespoke in-house training

Our lawyers

Given the size of our team, we can allocate someone with specific sector expertise who are able to provide investigatory services through a secure, online platform, ensuring you are kept updated on progress and cost at all times.