Investigator (Relief)

Lincolnshire pa.; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Pension provision

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Lincolnshire County Council is seeking an Investigations professional to conduct fair, thorough investigations into disciplinary, grievance and other complex employment matters. You will work independently with support from experienced colleagues and collaborate with managers, HR staff and trade union representatives.

Demand for the service varies, so the role offers a flexible commitment that can fit with other work or personal responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience of investigating workplace matters in HR, management or a similar setting.
• Ability to handle sensitive and complex cases fairly and professionally.
• Strong listening, communication and report-writing skills.
• Sound judgement, professional curiosity and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of relevant employment law and investigation practice.
• Integrity and commitment to a positive employee experience; fluent English essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fair, thorough and timely investigations into disciplinary, grievance and other complex employment matters.
• Produce clear reports and present findings where required; work with managers, HR colleagues and trade union representatives.
• Operate independently while receiving support from experienced colleagues; adapt to varying demand and flexible commitments.

Skills

Investigations experience

Fair handling of sensitive cases

Communication & report-writing

Judgement & professional curiosity

Employment law knowledge

Integrity & professionalism

Job description

Join our Investigations team and conduct fair, thorough and timely investigations into disciplinary, grievance and other complex employment matters. You will work independently while receiving support from experienced colleagues. You will also work with managers, HR colleagues and trade union representatives, producing clear reports and presenting findings where required. Demand for the service varies, so this opportunity offers a flexible commitment that may fit well alongside other work, caring responsibilities or personal commitments.

You will bring:

• experience of investigating workplace matters, gained in HR, management or another relevant setting;
• the ability to handle sensitive and complex cases fairly and professionally;
• strong listening, communication and report-writing skills;
• sound judgement, professional curiosity and attention to detail;
• knowledge of relevant employment law and investigation practice; and
• integrity and a commitment to a positive employee experience, In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

We offer a supportive team environment, flexible working arrangements, a competitive salary, pension provision, and learning and development opportunities.

For further information on all our benefits please see our brochure: https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/jobs-careers/rewards-benefits. Please note that previous applicants for this vacancy will not be reconsidered and do not need to reapply. Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements. At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That's why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work-life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you in the attached brochure.