Workplace Mediation
Resolve Workplace Dispute
Facilitate Change
Implement Bespoke Training
Restore and maintain workplace relationships
Who can use Workplace Mediation?
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
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.
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.
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.
Emma
Gooding
Emma became a CEDR accredited mediator in 2008, and is an experienced workplace mediator and mediation trainer.
Graham
Norris
Graham possesses a steadfast commitment to harnessing the power of mediated discussions to effectively resolve workplace issues.
Dawn
Stainer
Dawn provides mediation for a wide range of private and public clients, domestic and international business, and charitable organisations
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.
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.
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.
Amanda
Stewart
Amanda is a CMC registered Civil & Commercial and Workplace mediator. Her mediation experience includes the construction sector, personal injury, and politics. Amanda is passionate about mediation, understanding the role it plays to support people with conflict and disputes to a successful solution.
An ambassador for justice, Amanda supports a law centre as non-executive director and trustee. Previous roles include equality and diversity officer, SEN advocate, and she continues to be passionate about women in construction.
Paul
Watson
Paul is a Civil, Commercial and Workplace Mediator.
He has experience in mediation both as a participant and as a mediator, having worked in the Insurance Industry for over 25 years in the fields of personal injury, public and product liability. Paul is also experienced in mediating in the community.
A graduate of the University of St Andrews, Paul is a Fellow of the Chartered Insurance Institute and Graduate Member of the Institute of Legal Executives. He has a keen eye for detail and a calm demeanour.
Essential Mediation Solutions
An introduction to Workplace Mediation
What do our Workplace clients think about our services?
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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