Supporting Independent Workplace Investigations and People Casework
We provide independent workplace investigation and grievance case support for organisations handling sensitive or complex people matters. Working with boards, senior leaders and HR teams, we offer calm, impartial and evidence-led support when internal processes require fairness, clarity and procedural integrity.
What we do:
We support boards, leaders and organisations when complex people matters require independent judgement, careful process and decisions that are both fair to individuals and defensible for the organisation.
Grievance, Disciplinary & Appeal Support:
We have comprehensive experience in senior leadership roles where people decisions were rarely abstract and often deeply personal. We understand how grievance, disciplinary and appeal processes affect not just organisations, but the individuals involved and those responsible for reaching a decision.
ACAS Compliant:
We provide independent, high-stakes case support that is calm, fair and procedurally sound — ensuring meetings, investigations and hearings are handled with clarity, dignity and care.
We have comprehensive experience & expertise across all levels, including executive, senior management and freelancers.
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Multi Academy Trusts
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Higher Education Institutions (staff & students)
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Charities
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SMEs
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Independent TV production companies
How we work:
Each piece of work begins with clear scope and governance lines.
We review evidence methodically, structure hearings with calm authority, and ensure all parties understand the process.
We provide clear communication throughout, and ensure everyone involved is treated with dignity, kindness and respect.
Our conclusions are evidence-based, balanced and clearly explained — delivering outcomes that are fair, proportionate and defensible.
Why independence matters:
Independence helps build trust in the process for everyone involved.
When investigations are led by someone outside the organisation, individuals are more able to speak openly and decisions are more clearly seen to be fair.
It also protects staff time and reduces organisational risk by ensuring the process is handled carefully and properly from the outset.
Most importantly, independence helps ensure that every voice can be heard and that decisions are reached fairly, respectfully and without pre-judgement.
