Job Details
UKRI Salary: £37,841 per annum. Band: UKRI Band D. Contract: Open ended. Hours: Full‑time / Part‑time (minimum 0.8 FTE). Flexible working available. Location: Polaris House, Swindon – Hybrid Working, minimum 2 days per week in the office. Closing Date: Thursday 23rd April 2026.
About the Role
The Workplace Investigations Manager supports the delivery of investigations as part of a professional investigations service, ensuring enforcement of UKRI policies through investigations and alternative informal processes. The holder coordinates a team of investigators and ensures effective resource use and timely delivery.
Responsibilities
- Support the triage process, arrangements and record keeping for complex case management meetings.
- Maintain systems and processes supporting the delivery of investigations in line with corporate expectations, legal and regulatory requirements, and best practice.
- Maintain scheduling of cases and investigators to ensure effective and timely delivery.
- Issue investigation reports, advice and maintain records of actions arising from investigations.
- Support the delivery of continuous improvement in operational processes, talent recruitment, development and service excellence to achieve best practice outcomes for investigations.
- Support preparation and delivery of regular updates, reports and professional guidance to stakeholders to support decision making.
Key Skills
- Build strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Maintain consistently high standards of integrity, confidentiality and appropriate conduct in sensitive situations.
- Apply strong analytical skills and judgement.
- Demonstrate enthusiasm, motivation, adaptability and proactive work in a changing environment.
Knowledge
Some understanding of prevailing governance standards and public sector rules.
Personal Specification
- Investigations training evidenced through professional training or work experience. (S)
- Experience working in a busy team, organising and coordinating a diverse set of activities and people. (S&I)
- Experience handling confidential and sensitive information. (S&I)
- Experience building and maintaining effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders and colleagues. (S&I)
- Experience in a complaints or customer handling role is an advantage. (S&I)
Benefits
- 30 days’ annual leave plus 10.5 public and privilege days (full‑time equivalent).
- Employee discounts and offers on retail and leisure activities.
- Employee assistance programme offering confidential help and advice.
- Flexible working options.
Plus many more benefits and wellbeing initiatives that enable a great work‑life balance.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
UKRI values diversity and is a Disability Confident Employer. All candidates will receive reasonable accommodation. We are committed to providing a fair, inclusive environment.
Applicants will be required to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Screening (BPSS). This is a pre‑condition of employment and may be rescinded if not achieved. UKRI reserves the right to run or re‑run security clearance during employment.
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