Investigative Interviewing in Workplace Investigations
6th July 2026
Aubrey Park Hotel, St Albans, UK
Investigative Interviewing in Workplace Investigations Training
Course Overview
Join our industry leading experts for a full day investigative interviewing training workshop in St Albans, UK.
When? 6th July 2026
Where? Aubrey Park Hotel, St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK
Effective investigative interviews sit at the heart of fair, defensible workplace investigations. Yet many investigators are expected to conduct interviews with limited training, little opportunity to practise, and no space to refine their approach.
This one-day, in-person course is designed for anyone who conducts interviews or formal meetings as part of a workplace investigation. It focuses on building confidence, structure, and judgement through a realistic case study, combining instructor-led learning with practical application through role-plays and facilitated exercises.
The course is fully practical, grounded in real investigative experience, and focused on skills participants can apply immediately in their work.
“Detailed and practical - a rare concoction from my experience of corporate training. It provided equal levels of real life examples, with theoretical exercises that could genuinely support my work in the future. Would highly recommend to anyone working in corporate investigations.”
What you’ll learn
Across the day, participants will work through a realistic investigation scenario and develop practical interviewing skills using a structured investigative framework.
Learning outcomes include (click to expand):
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Understanding the PEACE model as a practical structure for investigative interviews
The importance of planning, preparation, and evaluation
How a structured approach supports fairness, consistency, and defensibility
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Setting expectations with interviewees
Managing legal considerations, including consent, confidentiality, and accurate recording
Interviewee rights, accompaniment, and reasonable adjustments
Managing challenging or disruptive behaviour calmly and professionally
Identifying and managing risks associated with interviews
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Question types and sequencing
Cognitive interviewing techniques
Active listening and probing
Structuring interviews to obtain clear, reliable accounts
Identifying gaps, inconsistencies, and potential evasive responses without confrontation
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Practical application of witness interview techniques
Interview planning exercises linked to the case study
Role-play interviews with peer and instructor observation
Structured feedback to build confidence and improve technique
Why this matters
Poorly planned or poorly conducted interviews can undermine an investigation, damage trust, and expose organisations to risk and challenge.
This course is designed to help investigators:
Approach interviews with confidence and structure
Manage difficult situations professionally
Ask better questions and listen more effectively
Gather clearer, more reliable evidence
Conduct interviews that stand up to scrutiny
Participants leave with practical tools, improved technique, and greater confidence in their interviewing role.
Who should attend
This course is suitable for anyone who conducts investigation interviews or formal meetings as part of workplace investigations, including:
HR professionals
In-house investigators
Compliance and ethics professionals
Safeguarding leads
Managers or senior staff involved in investigations
Investigators working outside HR functions
No prior investigative interviewing training is required, but the course is equally valuable for those with experience who want to refine their approach.
“I would highly recommend this to anyone, regardless of experience as I have come away from this course a much more confident individual within my new role”
Why choose this course?
Gain practical skills: This isn’t just theory. Our expert trainers will guide you through realistic case studies to build the skills you need to conduct workplace interviews.
Hands-on training: You’ll participate in interactive sessions that mimic real-life interview processes.
Tailored to your needs: Whatever your level of experience, this course is designed to address the challenges you will likely face in managing and conducting interviews.
Learn from industry leaders: This is a rare opportunity to gain practical insights from industry leading professionals who have joined together to create comprehensive interview training programme.
Meet your facilitators
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is a globally recognised investigation specialist with a career spanning two decades in high-profile roles. He began his career as a Detective with the Metropolitan Police, where he specialised in internal corruption investigations and led sensitive operations.
He later transitioned to the global aid sector, joining Oxfam as an Anti-Corruption Specialist, where he investigated corruption, abuse, and exploitation across 30+ countries, including Asia, Africa, Europe, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. He also trained over 100 regional investigators in countries such as Thailand, Serbia, and Lebanon, adapting his approach to complex legal landscapes.
As Head of Integrity at Transparency International in Berlin, he redesigned the organisation’s integrity framework, strengthening its ethical standards.
Appointed as the BBC’s first Head of Whistleblowing in 2021, William led global whistleblowing investigations and policy reforms.
In 2024, he founded EthicsVision International, providing expert training and consultancy for high-integrity investigations.
With a Master’s in International Criminal Justice and specialist training from the Institute for International Criminal Investigations, William brings deep expertise and practical insight to his work.
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is a highly respected investigations professional with a strong foundation in both law enforcement and corporate integrity.
She served as a Detective within the Metropolitan Police’s Specialist Crime Directorate, before becoming a Detective Sergeant on proactive and reactive operations. She gained invaluable experience in safeguarding, complex investigations, and anonymous witness protocols.
She later transitioned into the corporate world, leading the investigations function for a FTSE 100 luxury brand, where she oversaw the company’s Speak Up program, provided key data insights, and regularly reported to senior leadership on investigation outcomes and trends.
In addition to her role in corporate investigations, Kate has rolled out global training initiatives that reinforced compliance standards and organisational values.
She is the founder of Mast People Support, a consultancy that builds respectful workplace cultures, and previously served as the Director of Training for the Association of Corporate Investigators.
With an associate membership in the CIPD and extensive expertise in corporate and HR investigations, Kate is passionate about advancing best practices and sharing her insights with professionals across sectors.
Venue
We are excited to be hosting this course at the Aubrey Park Hotel, St Albans
Address: Hemel Hempstead Road, Redbourn, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 7AF
Please note that accommodation at the hotel is not covered in the course costs. Participants requiring accommodation will need to arrange this separately.
Course fees
The full course cost is £400.
For this course, we are happy to offer a 15% discount on group bookings of 2 or more participants.
Course cost includes:
Full-day, in-person training
All course materials
Practical exercises and facilitated role-plays
Certificate of attendance
Refreshments and lunch
Payment can be made via bank transfer (with invoice) or debit/credit card. See below for booking information.
Book your space today
Course spaces can be booked online with a credit or debit card via the payment link below.
If you have any questions about the course, or would like to discuss alternative payment options (such as via bank transfer), please use the form below, or email us at info@ethicsvision.co.uk.