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Workplace Investigations

Serious complaints need
an independent hand.

Bullying, harassment, misconduct and grievances — investigated independently, fairly and to a standard that holds up. An arm’s-length process that protects everyone involved, including the business.

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What we investigate
✓ Bullying & harassment complaints
✓ Misconduct & policy breaches
✓ Grievances between staff
✓ Whistleblower & code-of-conduct matters
✓ Findings that stand up to scrutiny
Scoped personally by Martin Péril — 15+ yrs HR & IR.
Why it matters

Get an investigation wrong and the process becomes the problem.

Perceived bias
An internal investigator who’s too close to be seen as fair by either side.
Procedural flaws
Missed steps that get findings overturned and expose the business to claims.
Confidentiality breaches
Mishandled information that escalates the matter and damages trust.
No defensible record
Findings that can’t withstand Fair Work or legal scrutiny later.
What's included

Independent investigations, done to standard.

A
Independent investigator
A neutral, external investigator with no stake in the outcome.
B
Proper process
Procedurally-fair interviews, evidence-gathering and right of reply at every step.
C
Confidential handling
Sensitive information managed discreetly to protect everyone involved.
D
Clear findings
A defensible report with findings on the balance of probabilities — and recommendations.
E
Outcome support
Help acting on the findings, from warnings through to process changes.
F
A partner on call
Senior judgement guiding the matter from first complaint to close.
How it works

Scope. Investigate. Report.

01
Scope
We define the allegations and the right, fair process before anyone is interviewed.
02
Investigate
We gather evidence and interview all parties with procedural fairness throughout.
03
Report
We deliver clear, defensible findings and practical recommendations you can act on.
The person behind the work

"When a serious complaint lands, the worst thing a business can do is investigate itself. Independence is what makes the outcome stick."

Martin Péril · Founder & Principal HR Advisor
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FAQ

Investigation questions, answered.

Why use an external investigator?
Independence. An outside investigator removes any perception of bias and produces findings that hold up if the matter is ever challenged.
How quickly can you start?
Quickly. Serious complaints are time-sensitive, and we scope and begin most investigations within days of being engaged.
Is the process confidential?
Strictly. Information is handled on a need-to-know basis throughout to protect all parties and the integrity of the findings.
What do we get at the end?
A clear, defensible report: the allegations, the evidence, findings on the balance of probabilities, and practical recommendations.

Handle it right, from the first complaint.

Book a free 30-minute Risk Review and we’ll help you scope a fair, independent process — before a complaint becomes a claim.

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