Helen Giles MBE FCIPDIndependent Investigations | Employee Relations Support | Change Management
With over 35 years' experience in human resources, I help organisations navigate complex people issues with confidence, clarity and sound judgement.Working both as a senior executive and an independent consultant, I have supported charities, housing associations, not-for-profit organisations and businesses of all sizes, including large and highly regulated employers.Having served on executive leadership teams with responsibility for people, culture and governance, I bring first-hand experience of the strategic, operational and organisational challenges leaders face.Clients value my practical, no-nonsense approach, combining a deep understanding of employment law and HR practice with the ability to identify risks, anticipate likely outcomes, and find workable solutions to difficult problems.I am known for bringing clarity to multifaceted situations, helping leaders and managers make informed decisions while balancing legal, operational and people considerations. This includes supporting organisations with performance management, capability, conduct and attendance issues, helping managers address concerns early, strengthening management practice, and navigating employee relations problems with confidence when they arise. Where specialist legal advice is required, I work collaboratively alongside employment lawyers to ensure clients receive the right blend of HR and legal expertise.Whether conducting a sensitive workplace investigation, supporting a major restructuring programme, or advising managers through challenging employee relations issues, I bring independence, pragmatism and over three decades of experience to every assignment.
Workplace Investigations and HearingsIndependent, thorough and well-reasoned investigations and hearings for complex employee relations matters including grievances, disciplinary issues and whistleblowing concerns
Employee Relations Advice and Management SupportPractical advice and support for managers and boards dealing with sensitive employee relations issues, including performance, capability and attendance management, whilst strengthening policies, procedures and management practice
Organisational Change and RestructuringExperienced support for restructuring, redundancy, TUPE and organisational change programmes, balancing compliance, pragmatism and people impact