Online Workshop: Trauma-informed interviewing during investigations

PLEASE NOTE this is for HPMA members only

This session is for HR practitioners, managers who are internal investigators

Summary: The webinar will provide practical insights into recognising the impact of trauma, adapting communication styles, and creating a safe environment that encourages openness and fairness. This session is designed for HR professionals, managers, and anyone involved in employee relations who wants to strengthen their skills and ensure processes are handled with sensitivity and confidence.

Facilitator: Karen Wise, Senatus Consulting

Karen has over 20 years’ experience in HR. Prior to establishing Senatus Consulting in 2018, she has held senior HR positions up to Director at a number of NHS and private sector organisations. She has undertaken highly complex and sensitive investigations and acted as Head of Employee Relations at large teaching hospitals, driving up both quality and efficiency of the service.

Karen was appointed as a Code of Conduct Panel Member in 2022, supporting investigations into potential breaches of the CIPD Code of Conduct by members. Karen has Chartered Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, holds an Advanced Professional Certificate in Investigative Practice and MSc in Coaching Psychology and is currently undertaking a PhD at the University of Sheffield looking at how conflict is managed in organisations when informal resolution fails.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/karencwise/

Date: Tuesday 3rd February 2025

Time: 12pm-1pm

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