About this role
Job summary
Are you an experienced investigator with a strong understanding of employee relations and employment law?
Do you have the skills to plan and carry out fair, thorough and timely workplace investigations, while handling sensitive issues with professionalism, neutrality and compassion?
We are looking for Investigation Officers to join our bank and provide flexible support on employee relations cases as required. We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals who can offer dependable availability and flexibility to support a busy and time-sensitive casework service.
You will need a strong investigations background, excellent report writing and interviewing skills, and up-to-date knowledge of employment law and good employee relations practice. The role will be carried out largely remotely, although there will be occasions where travel to Trust sites is required for investigation work and employee relations meetings.
Main duties of the job
To lead on investigating employee relations issues as assigned by the requesting Manager/Senior People and OD Business Partner/People and Relationship Team including highly complex and highly sensitive investigations of varying nature, in conjunction with the Trust's Policies and Procedures (e.g., Disciplinary, Respect and Resolution, Raising Concerns).
To plan and co-ordinate (potentially several simultaneous) investigations and conduct interviews ensuring that timescales are met, in accordance with the relevant policies and availability of witnesses, this includes co-ordinating several diaries, venues, documents etc.
To interview accused/complainants/witnesses in a fair, unbiased, compassionate, and non-judgmental manner.
To recognise that interviewees may be guarded and uncooperative, emotional, angry, or upset and skilfully manage any hostile, emotive atmosphere.
To prepare detailed formal Investigation Reports following each investigation in line with Trust policies.
To attend and present information at internal formal hearings, appeals and if required, externally at Employment Tribunal Hearings, which may be complex and contentious.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1994, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Masters in relevant subject e.g law/HR/ER Expert in ER policies and procedures
Desirable
CIPD or working towards
Experience Essential
Conducting disciplinary investigations Writing reports and presenting at Hearings Working at senior level managerial/HR environment Ability to coach and mentor
Skills Essential
IT Proficient Ability to conduct interviews whilst taking digital or written notes Ability to manage difficult contentious upsetting conversations professionally Comapssionate leadership Prioritisation of tasks in organised way Ability to gather information and facts assess and present information in non judgemental impartial way
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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Employer details Employer name Velindre University NHS Trust
Address Velindre University Trust Headquarters
Parc Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://velindre.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)