UKRISalary:£37,841 per annum.Band:UKRI Band D.Contract Type: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 RoleThe Workplace Investigations Manager will support the delivery of investigations as part of professional investigations service. The role assists the effective and professional enforcement of UKRI policies through investigations and alternative informal processes and initiatives that enable good outcomes and maintain UKRIs reputational standing.The role will work within a team of five and coordinate a pool of trained investigators embedded in UKRI teams as well as third-party investigators. The postholder will support proper use of investigation resources as well as tracking the delivery of timely investigations.The investigations will cover concerns raised in relation our policies on:Grievances, Bullying & Harassment & Discrimination.Whistleblowing.Health and Safety.Safeguarding, Complaints, Managing Performance and Conduct.Research Integrity.Modern Slavery.Research Misconduct.The Workplace Investigations Manager will have significant administrative experience and will ensure that systems and processes are in place and are being followed. The Workplace Investigations Manager will measure whether investigation reports meet stakeholder expectations and that the actions from investigations are taken forward.This is a new position playing in a new function for the organisation bringing together investigations activities into one team. This is a role that will be expected to facilitate new ways of working across the organisation, to provide a highly regarded joined-up investigations service for UKRI.Your responsibilities:Support the triage process, arrangements and record keeping for the complex case management meetings.Maintain the system 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 that investigations are delivered effectively and in time.Issue investigation reports, and advice and maintain records of actions arising from investigationsSupport the delivery of continuous improvement in operational processes, talent recruitment and development and service excellence to achieve best practice processes and outcomes for investigations.Support preparation and delivery of regular updates, reports, and professional guidance to stakeholders to support decision making.Key SkillsExcellent administrative skills.Able to maintain strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels.Able to demonstrate consistently high standards of integrity, and ability to maintain confidentiality and operate appropriately in highly sensitive and complex situations.Able to demonstrate strong analytical skills and judgement.Enthusiastic, motivated, adaptable, and proactive with the ability to work flexibly in a changing environment.KnowledgeSome understanding of prevailing governance standards and public sector rules.Personal SpecificationThe below criteria will be scored during Shortlisting (S), Interview (I) or both (S&I).EssentialGood GCSE, A Level passes, or equivalent qualifications. (S)Investigations training evidenced through professional training or work experience. (S)Experience of working in a busy team, organising and coordinating a diverse set of activities and people. (S&I)Experience that demonstrates ability to work appropriately with confidential and sensitive information. (S&I)Experience of building and maintaining effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders and colleagues. (S&I)Experience of working in complaints or customer handling role would be an advantage. (S&I)BenefitsWe recognise and value our employees as individuals and aim to provide a favourable pay and rewards package. UKRI are committed to supporting employees' development and promote a culture of continuous learning!A list of benefits below:An outstanding defined benefit pension scheme30 days' annual leave in addition to 10.5 public and privilege days (full time equivalent)Employee discounts and offers on retail and leisure activitiesEmployee assistance programme, providing confidential help and adviceFlexible working optionsPlus many more benefits and wellbeing initiatives that enable our employees to have a great work life balance!For further information on our benefits please see:Benefits of working at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)Please apply online, if you experience any issue applying, please contact Please note, if you will require sponsorship to work in the UK, as part of your sponsorship application, you and any dependants travelling with you, will be required to pay costs directly to The Home Office for the application before you start your role with us. UKRI is normally able to reimburse some, or all of these fees after you have become an employee and this can be discussed with the Hiring Manager. For more information, please visithttps://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/how-much-it-costsor contact .JBRP1_UKTJ