Overview
Investigation Officer position at the University of Warwick. This role leads on a range of complex employment-related investigations and builds and oversees a network of trained investigators from the existing staff cohort to ensure best practices, fairness, compliance, and trauma-informed approaches across casework.
Responsibilities
* Lead on a range of complex employment-related investigations.
* Build, maintain and oversee a network of trained investigators from the existing staff cohort.
* Ensure investigations reflect the highest standards of fairness, compliance, and best practice with a trauma-informed focus.
About You
The successful candidate will have significant experience managing HR investigations, ideally within a higher education or similarly complex organisation, and a strong understanding of trauma-informed practices and their application to sensitive cases. They must have a commitment to developing others and promoting organisational learning. For the skills required, please see the personal specification in the attached job description.
About The Department
The post sits within the Employee Relations (ER) Team, a Centre of Excellence responsible for managing the University’s Industrial Relations strategy and relationships with recognised Trade Unions. The ER team works closely with the People Operations Team and Strategic People Partners to support effective management of complex employee relations issues.
About The University
The University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with high academic and research standards. It is ranked among the world’s top universities and values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. Warwick offers opportunities to pursue ambitions with energy and determination.
How to Apply
Closing date: Wednesday 10 September 2025 at 23:55 (BST). To apply, click Apply and submit an application form by the closing date. You will need to attach a CV and a cover letter. Your CV should include employment history, education history, and other relevant experience. Your cover letter should explain your motivations for applying and how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the Job Description PDF. All essential criteria must be met by candidates invited to interview. See guidance on writing a cover letter. Applications submitted via the official careers webpage warwick-careers.tal.net only. Interview Date: TBC. Start Date: ASAP.
What We Offer
We offer a range of benefits including an attractive pension, 30 days holiday plus Christmas closure, learning opportunities, and access to flexible working. We are a Living Wage employer and provide maternity/paternity/adoption/parental leave, onsite childcare, and other wellbeing initiatives. We recognise the importance of work/life balance and provide flexible working where possible.
Rehabilitation, Safeguarding and Inclusion
Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS): The University is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare. Roles involving regulated activity will require a DBS check at the appropriate level. Right to Work: If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK or require sponsorship, see the guidance for obtaining the right to work in the UK.
Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders: The University does not discriminate against disclosures related to convictions; information disclosed at application is visible only to the DBS team to reduce bias in shortlisting.
Additional Information
JD - Investigating Officer (110343).pdf – 134KB (opens in new window). The University holds the Race Equality Charter Bronze Award, Athena Swan Silver Award, and Disability Smart Bronze Award. The University is a founder member of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other
* Higher Education
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