The HR Formula
"Workplace investigations”
About Me
Hi there, I’m Mireille Uzzell (pronounced “Maray”). Somehow, I ended up with a French first and second name which is completely random, I have no French relatives or connections!
I've worked in HR for 25+ years. In 2023 I decided to become self employed, and my strength has been in workplace investigations.
I have conducted investigations in a wide range of sectors including the public sector, not for profit organisations, SME’s and professional services.
My HR background enables me to understand the practical realities organisations face, while ensuring investigations are handled in line with best practice, internal policies and employment law.
When I’m not consulting, you’ll find me walking in the New Forest, my favourite place.
My approach
Workplace investigations arise in difficult and sensitive circumstances. I am known for bringing a calm, empathetic and professional approach helping all parties feel heard and treated with respect.
I combine:
- rigorous fact finding and clear analysis
- an independent, impartial mindset
- empathy and care when dealing with emotional situations
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My services
Experience and sectors
Employee investigations
- One of the key steps in ensuring a fair procedure is followed in a disciplinary process is carrying out a reasonable investigation to establish the facts of the case and whether or not there is a case to answer.
- Otherwise, even though there may well be a potentially fair reason for dismissal, an inadequate investigation can render any subsequent dismissal unfair.
- The investigator needs to be someone who will not be involved in any subsequent disciplinary decision. Small businesses won't necessarily have the resource for this in-house, and this is where I can help.
Appeals
- Appeals against dismissal should be heard by someone independent from the original decision maker and preferably a level higher in seniority. However, many small businesses don’t have the hierarchy for that.
- I can chair an appeal for you, to put you in the best position to defend a claim at tribunal.