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Independent Workplace Investigations in Auckland
When a serious workplace complaint or allegation arises, getting the investigation right matters.
Teesdale Associates provides independent workplace investigations in Auckland for employers who need an impartial, professional and thorough process. From bullying and harassment complaints to allegations of serious misconduct, conflicts of interest and other complex employment matters, our experienced investigators help you establish the facts and move forward with confidence.
Based in Auckland, our team can conduct investigations in person or use secure remote methods where appropriate.
Ready to address a sensitive workplace issue? Contact Teesdale Associates for a confidential discussion about your investigation.
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Licensed under the auspices of the Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA)
Independent and Legally Sound Workplace Investigations for Employers
An investigation can become particularly difficult when the people involved work closely together, the allegations involve senior employees, or the potential consequences are significant.
Even where an employer has capable HR professionals, there are situations where conducting the investigation internally can create actual or perceived conflicts of interest.
Engaging an independent workplace investigator puts the fact-finding process in the hands of someone outside your organisation.
This can be particularly valuable where:
- allegations involve bullying, harassment or serious misconduct;
- a complaint concerns a manager, executive or other senior employee;
- there are conflicting accounts of what occurred;
- disciplinary action could potentially result from the findings;
- the matter is especially sensitive or complex; or
- maintaining confidence in the independence of the investigation is critical.
The more serious the allegations and potential consequences, the more important a fair, impartial and thorough investigation process becomes.
Our Auckland workplace investigators can investigate a wide range of employment matters, including:
- Workplace bullying
- Sexual harassment
- Serious misconduct
- Misappropriation
- Intellectual property breaches
- Conflicts of interest
- Employment relationship problems
- Misconduct and performance issues
- Health and safety issues
We can also undertake workplace culture reviews where an employer needs to better understand wider concerns, behaviours or issues affecting its organisation.
For more information about our expertise, approach and nationwide service, visit our workplace investigations page.
Every investigation is different, so the process should reflect the allegations, circumstances and agreed Terms of Reference.
Typically, Teesdale Associates will receive the relevant Terms of Reference and documentation before developing an investigation plan and gathering further evidence.
The investigator may then interview the complainant, respondent and relevant witnesses. Interviews may be conducted face-to-face in Auckland or remotely where appropriate. Recorded interviews are transcribed, and relevant information is provided to the parties as part of a fair process.
Once the evidence has been gathered, the investigator analyses that information and makes findings of fact. A draft report is provided to the complainant and respondent for review and comment before the final report is prepared for the employer.
Importantly, our role is to investigate and establish the facts – not to decide what disciplinary action should be taken. That decision remains with the employer.
The timeframe depends on factors such as the number and complexity of allegations, the volume of evidence, witness availability and the number of people who need to be interviewed.
As a general guide, many independent workplace investigations take approximately two to four weeks, although complex matters can take considerably longer.
Teesdale Associates focuses on progressing investigations efficiently without compromising the thoroughness and fairness required for a robust process.
When an employment issue could have serious consequences for both your people and your organisation, you need more than someone who can simply conduct interviews.
You need an investigator capable of managing a sensitive process impartially and making sound findings based on the available evidence.
Teesdale Associates offers Auckland employers:
- Independent investigation – helping remove internal politics and perceptions of bias.
- Licensed investigators – our workplace investigators are licensed under the auspices of the Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA).
- Experienced professionals – bringing extensive employment relations and workplace investigation experience to complex situations.
- Commitment to natural justice – with a process focused on fairness, impartiality and giving relevant parties an appropriate opportunity to respond.
- Comprehensive reporting – providing clear findings of fact that enable the employer to determine its next steps.
- Responsive support – helping employers address workplace issues without unnecessary delay.
Our investigators are also members of the AWI (Association of Workplace Investigators) and follow recommended AWI investigation processes.
Generally, someone providing private investigation services in New Zealand must hold the appropriate licence under the Private Security Personnel and Private Investigators Act 2010. Practising solicitors are exempt from the licensing requirement when carrying out this work.
Teesdale Associates’ investigators are licensed professionals under the PSPLA framework, providing employers with additional confidence when engaging us to undertake an independent investigation.
A poorly managed workplace investigation can create additional problems rather than resolving the original issue. When allegations are serious, sensitive or potentially contentious, bringing in an experienced independent investigator can help protect the integrity of the process.
Teesdale Associates is based in Takapuna, Auckland and works with employers across Auckland and throughout New Zealand.
If you have received a complaint, are dealing with allegations of misconduct, or are unsure how an investigation should be handled, talk to us early.
Request a confidential consultation with Teesdale Associates today and discuss the right approach for your workplace investigation in Auckland.
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Why Teesdale Associates for Your Next Workplace Investigation in Auckland
We provide:
- An independent approach, free from in-house politics and bias;
- Immediate response to deal with your issue;
- Professional and comprehensive investigation processes;
- Commitment to the principles of natural justice;
- Sound judgment in reaching findings of fact based on many years of experience
- A comprehensive written report;
- A focus on getting the task completed without delay;
- More time for you to focus on your key responsibilities;
- All at a cost-effective price.
Once you provide us with the terms of reference for an investigation, our role is to ascertain the facts of the particular situation and prepare a full written report. Armed with our independent report, you can decide on the proper course of action with confidence. We do not decide on whether or not disciplinary action should be taken – that is your decision. We also provide training on the conduct of investigations.
Our Auckland office is based at B:HIVE+, AIA House , Level 2 Smales Farm, 74 Taharoto Road, Takapuna, Auckland 0622.
Being based in Takapuna, we are able to easily conduct on-site interviews across Auckland. We also utilise secure platforms to collect evidence and perform remote investigations for in-house and hybrid workforces across NZ.