Workplace Mediation


We support individuals, businesses and employees in the 
workplace to resolve disputes. 
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Resolve Workplace Dispute

A supportive and confidential process that will help to resolve conflict between 2 staff member or small and large teams.

Facilitate Change

Mediation in the workplace can help to facilitate change for example pre or post merger or significant changes in team dynamics. 

Implement Bespoke Training

Specific bespoke training will help to address issues in the workplace in addition to resolving conflict.

Restore and maintain workplace relationships

Use the Workplace Mediation Process
Workplace Mediation is a successful, confidential process that is used for resolving disputes. Your mediator acts as a neutral third party to facilitate and manage the process. 

Adapting to your needs, mediation will help to introduce new ways of thinking and will focus on solving problems.
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Who can use Workplace Mediation?

Workplace Mediation can be used to resolve a variety of disputes, for individuals and teams. It may be helpful to resolve issues between managers and staff or between employees. It can also be used as a process to help implement change.

EMS Workplace Mediation Services


The EMS panel of workplace mediators consists of trained professionals who are skilled in conflict resolution and mediation techniques. Our mediators act as neutral third parties who assist in resolving disputes and conflicts that arise within the workplace. Here are some key characteristics and roles of our panel of workplace mediators:



1. Neutrality:  EMS Mediators remain impartial and unbiased throughout the mediation process. They do not take sides or advocate for any party involved in the conflict.


2. Confidentiality: EMS Mediators ensure that all discussions and information shared during the mediation process remain confidential. This helps create a safe environment for open communication and resolution.


3. Communication Skills: All our Mediators possess excellent communication skills, including active listening, empathy, and the ability to facilitate constructive dialogue between parties.


4. Conflict Resolution Techniques: They are trained in various conflict resolution techniques and strategies to help parties identify and address underlying issues effectively.


5. Problem-Solving Skills: Our Mediators assist parties in generating and evaluating potential solutions to the conflict, fostering a collaborative problem-solving approach.


6. Understanding of Workplace Dynamics: They have an understanding of workplace dynamics, organizational culture, and relevant policies and procedures that may impact the resolution process.


7. Empowerment: EMS Mediators empower parties to take ownership of the resolution process and outcomes, fostering a sense of ownership and commitment to the agreed-upon solutions.


8. Facilitation of Agreement: The primary goal of our workplace mediators is to facilitate a mutually acceptable agreement between parties that addresses their interests and concerns.


9. Follow-Up: In some cases, our mediators may follow up with parties after the mediation session to ensure that the agreed-upon solutions are being implemented effectively and to address any remaining issues.


10. Professionalism: Our Mediators conduct themselves professionally and adhere to ethical standards and guidelines governing the mediation profession.




Overall, the Essential Mediation Solutions panel of workplace mediators plays a crucial role in helping organisations effectively manage conflicts and maintain a positive and productive work environment. Their expertise and guidance can help prevent escalation of conflicts and promote collaboration and harmony among employees.


Emma McAndry, the Founder of Essential Mediation Solutions has extensive experience in workplace disputes. She has acted as an in-house gatekeeper, assessing disputes appropriate for mediation and acted as a lead mediator in co-mediations for a large number of cases. 


Emma also has expertise in mediating team disputes from several participants to whole departments. She now conducts such mediations in collaboration with a handpicked panel of CMC registered mediators with expertise in Workplace Mediation disputes.


Members of the EMS Workplace Mediation panel are particularly familiar at dealing with matters within a variety of Universities, Councils, Local Authorities as well as businesses and manufacturers.




EMS Panel of

Workplace Mediators


Get the care you need, from professionals who are leaders in their fields.  

Emma McAndry

Emma McAndry

Founder of Essential Mediation Solutions


Emma is the Director/Founder of Essential Mediation Solutions (workplace mediation and delivery of mediation training programmes). Emma is an award-winning mediator, dual registered with the CMC for Civil/Commercial and Workplace mediation and awarded Fellowship in recognition of her 'extensive mediation experience.' 

The Workplace Panel of Mediators

Heather

Bryan

 

Having gained Mediation Practitioner accreditation in 2009, Heather has continued to build her professional mediation portfolio. She is a Special Educational Needs Mediator, working for a national organisation supporting parents of children with disabilities.

 

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Andrew

Goodman

 

Prof. Andrew Goodman LLB MBA PhD FCIArb FInstCPD FRSA has over 40 years of experience as an independent commercial barrister and nearly 30 years as an international consulting mediator.




 

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Alastair

Wright

 

Alastair is a Civil and Commercial mediator.

He has wide experience of mediation work, whether as Mediator or Advocate, particularly within the Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury sectors.

 




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Emma

Gooding

 

Emma became a CEDR accredited mediator in 2008, and is an experienced workplace mediator and mediation trainer.

 



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Graham

Norris

 

Graham possesses a steadfast commitment to harnessing the power of mediated discussions to effectively resolve workplace issues.

 

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Dawn

Stainer

 

Dawn provides mediation for a wide range of private and public clients, domestic and international business, and charitable organisations

 

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Mark

Wardman

 

Mark has acted as a Mediator in both civil/commercial mediations and workplace mediations. He was a very active panel member of the UCLan Mediation Clinic. 



 






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Nim

Patel

 Nimish is dual registered with the CMC for Civil/ Commercial and Workplace mediation. He has been a qualified solicitor for over twenty years which has given him significant experience

within the personal injury field.   







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Rob

Andrews

Rob is a Civil/Commercial and Workplace mediator and an experienced Consultant Commercial Solicitor, working with a national firm, and 2 regional practices, after running his own specialist practice for a number of years. Rob is identified as being approachable and empathetic, but focused on helping parties to understand the risks of litigation and the benefits of finding a solution to their differences. 


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Paul

Watson

 

Paul Watson is an accredited Civil and Commercial mediator and registered with the CMC. He has trained and practised as a workplace mediator.

 

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An introduction to Workplace Mediation

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What do our Workplace clients think about our services?
More Workplace Testimonials

The mediation "was a good opportunity to have discussions in a safe environment" Emma was "empathetic and practical."


Laura Riley (party)


The mediation was "well worth it!"


Lorraine McIntyre (party)


"The service offered has been impressive with positive results. Most of all, you (Emma McAndry) are a brilliant mediator, with a great personality and extremely professional in your approach."


Preston City Council

“I would without a doubt recommend Essential Mediation Solutions for mediation in the workplace. I am a big advocate of mediation as a process and Emma’s expertise and professionalism made this an excellent experience. Would not hesitate to use your services again."



Kathryn Leighton, HR Manager, 

University of Chester


  

   

 

 

 

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