Overview
Are you passionate about fairness, integrity, and creating inclusive workplaces? We're looking for a Lead Workplace Investigator to join our People Team and take the lead on complex employee relations investigations across NCHA. As our Lead Workplace Investigator, you'll conduct and oversee investigations on a range of complex employee relations matters, such as conduct, bullying, harassment, and discrimination. You'll act as a guardian for investigation standards, coach managers, and ensure that all casework is handled with professionalism, empathy, and legal compliance. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong HR experience, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to upholding NCHA's CLEAR values.
Responsibilities
* Leading and conducting workplace investigations with fairness and diligence.
* Supporting and coaching managers through the investigation process.
* Ensuring investigations are completed to a high, consistent standard and within reasonable timeframes.
* Presenting findings clearly to support decision-making.
* Collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders including Trade Unions; being self-sufficient while working with others.
Qualifications
* Be CIPD qualified (minimum Level 5) or have equivalent HR experience, with a strong understanding of employment law and how it applies to investigations and employee relations.
* Have experience conducting or reviewing workplace investigations, providing robust advice on complex cases, and writing clear, concise reports that support sound decision-making.
* Have a naturally curious mind with great verbal and written communication skills, analytical with good judgement and excellent attention to detail.
* Need to be highly organised, able to manage a varied workload, and willing to work flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends, and travel to NCHA sites when needed.
Working Hours
This is a flexible role covering 21 hours per week, with at least 2 days in our new purpose-built office in Clifton. If you are successful, we are happy to discuss any flexibility with the role you may need.
Benefits
* 35 hour working week as standard
* Generous annual leave package with the ability to buy more (or sell)
* A fabulous benefits package to support your own wellbeing including a healthcare cash plan, counselling and support helpline, support with bus and tram passes, shopping discounts and many more.
If you are ready to take on a new challenge and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!
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