Independent Workplace Investigations

Our role is to establish and report relevant facts through a fair, structured and evidence-led process.

Impartial Fact-Finding You Can Rely On

When a workplace concern arises, the quality of the investigation shapes the quality of the decision that follows. An independent investigator brings impartiality, structure and distance, protecting the fairness of the process and the confidence of everyone involved.

Meridian CPL conducts investigations into grievances, conduct matters, policy breaches, whistleblowing concerns and suspected fraud and financial irregularities, always working to agreed terms of reference and reporting factually.

What We Deliver

A structured, documented investigation process from start to finish

Terms-of-Reference Development

Clear, agreed terms of reference so everyone understands the scope and purpose of the investigation

Evidence Collection and Organisation

Systematic gathering, indexing and organisation of documents, communications and records

Witness Interviews

Structured, fairly conducted interviews with accurate records of what was said

Chronology Preparation

Clear chronologies that set out relevant events in order, supported by the evidence

Investigation Reports

Well-structured factual reports that support fair, defensible organisational decision-making

Process-Improvement Recommendations

Practical recommendations that help prevent similar issues arising again

How an Investigation Works

1

Terms of Reference

We agree the scope, questions to be answered and reporting format with your organisation.

2

Evidence Gathering

Documents, records and communications are collected and organised, and witnesses are interviewed fairly.

3

Factual Analysis

The evidence is analysed methodically and a clear chronology of relevant events is prepared.

4

Reporting

You receive a structured factual report with findings and practical process recommendations.

Services Include

  • Terms-of-reference development
  • Evidence collection and organisation
  • Witness interviews
  • Document and communication reviews
  • Chronology preparation
  • Factual analysis
  • Workplace policy-breach investigations
  • Grievance investigations
  • Conduct and misconduct investigations
  • Whistleblowing investigations
  • Investigation reports
  • Process-improvement recommendations
Investigator reviewing documents and evidence

Meridian CPL does not make legal determinations or provide legal opinions. Where legal interpretation is required, the organisation should obtain advice from an appropriately authorised legal professional. Our reports provide factual findings and process recommendations. They do not determine legal liability.

Need an Independent Investigator?

Confidential, structured and evidence-led. Discuss your workplace matter with us today.