Lead Investigator, Complex HR Investigations

CamWebDir; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Excellent pension

Health and wellbeing support

Career development

Job summary

University of Cambridge is seeking an experienced Investigator to join the Human Resources Division, specialising in complex and sensitive staff investigations. You will lead investigations, interview parties, gather evidence, and present findings to senior decision makers at hearings.

Hybrid working and a competitive benefits package are offered. The role requires strong report writing, analytical skills, and knowledge of UK employment law.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex investigations into staff matters.
• Excellent report writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with professionalism.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage investigations from planning to final report.
• Interview parties, gather evidence and assess credibility.
• Produce clear, balanced investigation reports with findings.
• Present findings to senior decision makers at hearings.
• Advise stakeholders on investigation processes and risk.
• Contribute to improvements in investigative practices.

Skills

Complex investigations

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Communication

Discretion

Job description

University of Cambridge is seeking an experienced Investigator to join the Human Resources Division, specialising in complex and sensitive staff investigations. You will lead investigations, interview parties, gather evidence, and present findings to senior decision makers at hearings.

Hybrid working and a competitive benefits package are offered. The role requires strong report writing, analytical skills, and knowledge of UK employment law.