Misconduct and Underperformance Services


Conduct and capability issues can feel like walking on eggshells. But ignoring them can create bigger headaches down the road…
Addressing conduct and capability issues is never the favourite part of the job. It’s uncomfortable and it’s tricky. But, avoiding the issue? That’s the real problem. Ignoring these challenges only allows them to grow.
Whether it’s conducting a disciplinary investigation, managing underperformance, or guiding you through complex disciplinary appeals, we’ve got the right expert to help you.
This stuff is the bread and butter of our employee relations services:

Addressing allegations of misconduct through disciplinary investigations, disciplinary hearings and disciplinary appeals.

Dealing with capability issues with support, guidance or taking the cases off your plate completely

Helping with employee underperformance issues; performance improvement plans and next steps.
“We often hear from organisations needing urgent support with misconduct cases or complex underperformance issues. Our team is built to step in quickly – whether you need us to take the reins completely or work behind the scenes, providing expert advice to ensure everything aligns with your policies and HR best practice.”
Emily Hunter
People Services Director (Specialist Expertise)

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How we help our clients handle their misconduct and underperformance cases
What our Misconduct and Underperformance Services give you

Simplifying the Complex
Whether it’s disciplinary hearings or appeals, we break down the complexities and provide clear, actionable support that keeps everything on track.

A Soundingboard and Reassurance
When you’re faced with tricky situations, having someone to turn to makes all the difference. We provide practical advice and a steady hand.

Thorough Processes, Done Right
You need a well-structured process to avoid complications like Employment Tribunal claims. From investigations to settlement agreements, we make sure everything is handled thoroughly, protecting both your people and your reputation.
We can help you take care of your people issues with our Misconduct and Underperformance Services
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Case Studies
Here are just a few of the great organisations we’re proud to call our clients

Learn how GovNet navigated a large restructure and redundancy process with the expert help of Fitzgerald.

Learn about how our expert team manage everything from TUPE to capability for Future Generation Asset Management Ltd.

Discover how our team work with Atlas to deal with all aspects of their people management needs.

I would absolutely recommend Fitzgerald to a company of our size because they can offer a full-service HR solution with a dedicated team with an inherent interest in our people and who really cares about our business.
John Glaser,
Compass Box Whisky
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