Job Title: Investigator – Relief
Permanent Opportunity
Working Pattern: Relief hours as required per investigation
Salary: £35,412 (pro rata)
Location: Lincoln, Hybrid working with travel across Lincolnshire as required
Closing Date: Sunday 23 August 2026
Interviews in person: Friday18 September 2026
About the role
Working as part of the Investigations team, you will lead and conduct high-quality investigations into a range of employment related matters including, disciplinary, grievance and other complex people issues. As a result, you will have a key role in supporting the delivery of fair, consistent and timely employment relations processes.
You will work closely with managers, HR colleagues and Trade Union representatives to ensure that cases are handled professionally, sensitively, and in line with policy, legislation and best practice.
Whilst you will need to be able to work independently, you will be part of a team of investigators able to offer support and guidance as needed.
Given the nature of the role, demand for our services will fluctuate, making this an opportunity that could fit around other commitments.
About you
To be successful in this role you will need to bring:
Practical experience of undertaking investigations into workplace matters, ideally gained through working in a management or HR role
The ability to manage sensitive and complex investigation cases with fairness and professionalism, applying your professional curiosity appropriately.
Excellent communication and listening skills, able to build trust and credibility quickly with stakeholders and present findings clearly, both in reports and at meetings.
Excellent organisation skills, and a detail-focused approach to ensure investigations are completed in a swift but thorough manner
Knowledge of relevant employment law and best practice in managing investigations
Display and role-model the right behaviours in line with our organisation’s values
Above all, you will bring integrity, sound judgement and a commitment to supporting a positive employee experience.
What we offer:
Our environment is supportive and we are ambitious for both the people who work here and the residents of the county. In addition to a competitive salary, you can enjoy a flexible working pattern, pension scheme and exciting training and development opportunities.
For further information on all our benefits please see our brochure: [https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/jobs-careers/rewards-benefits-1]
If you’re looking for a role that allows you to make a meaningful impact while developing your career in employment relations, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing date: 23 August 2026
Interviews: 18 September 2026
Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements.
At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you in the attached brochure.
If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact; Megan Taylor, Senior Investigator, via email megan.taylor@lincolnshire.gov.uk
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.
Salary range
- £35,412 per year