Workplace Investigations Specialist

Horwich Farrelly; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in South Manchester seeks a Workplace Investigation Specialist to conduct impartial investigations into workplace issues. Candidates should have a background in HR or employment law and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements, enabling you to specialize in complex investigations while developing your professional expertise.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Ongoing professional development

Supportive, values-driven culture

Qualifications

• Background in HR or employment law with investigation experience.
• Professional and committed to fairness and integrity.
• Flexibility to travel for interviews and hearings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct impartial, evidence-based investigations into workplace issues.
• Interview witnesses and produce clear, legally robust reports.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and best practices.

Skills

Exceptional analytical ability

Attention to detail

Strong written communication

Education

CIPD Level 5+ or legal qualification

Job description

We are trusted to handle complex, sensitive, and high-profile cases with integrity and professionalism. Our investigations cover grievances, disciplinary matters, whistleblowing, discrimination, bullying and harassment, and maintaining high professional standards (Doctors investigations).

I am looking to recruit a Workplace Investigation Specialist to be based at our South Manchester office (Hybrid). If you have a background in HR or employment law and want to focus solely on investigations, this is the role for you.

Responsibilities

• Conduct impartial, evidence-based investigations into workplace issues.
• Interview witnesses, review documentation, and produce clear, legally robust reports.
• Ensure compliance with employment law, organisational policies, and best practice.
• Work independently while collaborating with a supportive team of investigation experts.

Qualifications

• Background: CIPD Level 5+ or legal qualification with experience in employment law or employee relations.
• Skills: Exceptional analytical ability, attention to detail, and strong written communication.
• Mindset: Professional, impartial, and committed to fairness and procedural integrity.
• Flexibility: Ability to travel for interviews and hearings when required.

Investigations by Design (IBD) is a specialist provider of independent workplace investigations. We work exclusively on investigations - nothing else. Our clients include NHS Trusts, Fire & Rescue Services, universities, charities, and private sector organisations.

Competitive salary based on experience.

Hybrid working and modern offices near Manchester Airport.

Opportunity to specialise in investigations and develop expertise in complex, high-stakes cases.

Supportive, values-driven culture with ongoing professional development.