Employment Investigation Specialist

Elevate is recruiting Employment Investigation Specialists to join our Legal Managed Services team supporting Employment Investigations. These roles are on-site in Arlington, VA and are a 2-month Temporary position with the possibility of going permanent. The Employment Investigation Specialist is an experienced employment investigations professional responsible for managing routine workplace and policy-related investigations, while also serving as a quality and coaching resource for junior team members. This role handles medium-complexity matters from intake through draft findings, performs evidence review and fact analysis, and supports interview planning and execution. The Investigator is expected to exercise sound judgment, identify and elevate higher-risk issues appropriately, and ensure investigations are completed consistently, accurately, and in accordance with approved policies, procedures, and quality standards. This role is well-suited for professionals with experience in workplace investigations, employee relations, compliance investigations, legal operations, employment litigation support, or similar fact-finding environments. Specifically, the Employment Investigation Specialists will Manage routine workplace and policy investigations from intake through draft findings, subject to established escalation protocols. Review documents, evidence, witness statements, and investigation materials to develop factual analyses and findings. Prepare investigation plans, chronologies, issue maps, evidence summaries, interview outlines, and draft reports. Conduct or support witness interviews and follow-up fact gathering activities as permitted by the engagement model. Draft investigation memoranda, findings summaries, recommendations, and supporting documentation. Review and refine the work product of junior investigators, including chronologies, evidence logs, summaries, and case documentation. Apply quality assurance standards and provide coaching and feedback to junior team members. Identify complex issues, legal concerns, policy interpretation questions, credibility issues, or high-risk matters requiring escalation. Maintain accurate case records and documentation within customer-approved case management systems. Meet productivity, quality, and service level expectations within a high-volume investigations environment. Support continuous improvement efforts, process enhancements, and knowledge-sharing initiatives across the team. Experience 3-5 years of experience in workplace investigations, employee relations, HR case management, compliance investigations, legal operations, paralegal services, employment litigation support, or related fact-finding functions required. Experience managing investigations, reviewing evidence, conducting interviews, or preparing investigation-related documentation. Experience working in structured environments with defined quality standards, escalation procedures, and service level requirements. Prior experience reviewing, coaching, or mentoring junior team members is preferred. Skills for Success Strong analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to assess facts, identify issues, and recognize gaps in available information. Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to draft clear, concise, and objective investigative documentation. Strong interviewing, note-taking, and evidence organization capabilities. Sound judgment regarding risk identification, issue escalation, and policy application. Ability to review and provide constructive feedback on the work of junior investigators. Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle highly sensitive information appropriately. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining quality standards. Technical Skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and case management or workflow tools. Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred. Degrees in Legal Studies, Criminal Justice, Human Resources, Business Administration, Political Science, Psychology, or related disciplines are preferred. Relevant professional certifications, paralegal certification, HR certifications, or investigation-related training are considered a plus. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant professional experience will be considered. Compensation The pay rate for this on-site temporary role is $36-46/hour based on job-related skills and experience. Company Information Elevate is a law company. We provide software and services for the intersection of business and law. Our legal, business, and technology professionals offer practical ways for global law departments and law firms to improve efficiency, quality, and business outcomes. 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