Conflict resolution & workplace mediation

Bridging the Gap between Conflict and Resolution

Expert conflict resolution services to help companies navigate and resolve people challenges in the workplace

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of employees who underwent workplace mediation reported that their conflict had been fully or largely resolved

ACAS, 2021

Did you know that there is a new ACAS focus on early resolution and mediation…before any disciplinary or grievance processes can begin? ACAS, 2026

Where to start

What challenge do you need help with?

A live conflict that needs resolving

Mediation →

A formal grievance or complaint

Independent investigations →

Support with difficult conversations

Executive coaching & training →

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Services

What we do. How we can help.

Workplace Mediation

Professional, structured mediation to help two or more people find their own way through a live dispute. Common situations covered:

  • Breakdown in working relationships
  • Early-stage bullying or harassment concerns
  • Return-to-work tension following grievance, absence or illness
  • Cultural or communication-style differences
  • Senior leadership or team conflict

Executive Coaching & Manager Training

Strengthen skills and build confidence in dealing with challenging conversations and complex situations. Support includes:

  • 121 Executive conflict coaching to help leaders navigate challenging relationships, difficult conversations in a safe space
  • Training to help managers to have confident conversations and manage challenging situations effectively

Independent Investigations

Impartial, professionally conducted investigations that establish the facts, provide clear findings and support sound, evidence-based recommendations. Get help with:

  • Bullying, harassment and discrimination
  • Grievance and workplace complaints
  • Disciplinary and misconduct
  • Relationship and behavioural issues

HR & ER Consultancy

Advice and guidance for when workplace issues are complex, sensitive or difficult to resolve. Practical support for leaders and HR teams, including:

  • Conflict assessment & resolution planning: identify root causes, assess options and agree practical next steps
  • Bespoke projects: targeted to improve employee relations and strengthen working relationships
  • Practical, hands-on support for your HR team and leadership
Suzie Yong leading a mediation session between two colleagues
Mediation in practice

About Clarity Resolve

I'm Suzie Yong, an experienced HR Director and accredited workplace mediator. With over 25 years' experience managing complex workplace issues, I understand the commercial and human impact that unresolved conflict can have on organisations.

My approach combines deep HR expertise with an intuitive understanding of people, relationships and different perspectives. Calm, pragmatic and solutions-focused, I help leaders, managers and organisations navigate difficult situations with clarity and confidence.

My experience spans VC-backed, private, publicly listed and regulated organisations across Fintech, SaaS, Law, Banking, iGaming, Retail, Further Education, Charities and the Civil Service, both in the UK and internationally.

Former Senior Global HR Director ADR Group Accredited Workplace Mediator Chartered Member, CIPD MSc HRM & Development Professional Diploma in Employment Law Former CIPD Trainer
Suzie Yong, Founder, Clarity Resolve

Client perspectives

What clients say

Insights

Thoughtful perspectives on workplace issues, people and the changing world of work

Two egrets fighting mid-air above water, wings spread and talons engaged, symbolising workplace conflict
Insight

Why employee conflict is not always best handled by HR (from a former HRD)

Three reasons internal HR-led resolution often stalls, and why an independent mediator can succeed where it doesn't.

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Wooden peg-doll figures in two opposing groups with a lone central figure mediating between them
Insight

Employee conflict in the workplace is a problem, and it’s on the increase

Why organisations need to consider how they deal with conflict, and why workplace mediation resolves it faster than a formal process.

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More insights

Frequently asked questions

How does mediation work?

Mediation typically begins with private meetings between the mediator and each individual, followed by check-ins to understand the situation from each side. Where appropriate, this leads to a joint meeting, structured and facilitated so both parties can be heard and work towards a resolution together.

Is mediation confidential?

Yes. Confidentiality and impartiality are central to how mediation works. Bringing in an external mediator helps build the trust needed for people to speak openly.

How long does it take, is it cost effective?

Most two-party cases are settled within 8 hours of mediation, typically over the course of a week.

Can mediation take place between employees in different countries?

Yes. Online mediation makes it straightforward to accommodate participants in different locations.

Need an experienced, trusted pair of hands to help navigate workplace conflict?

Contact Suzie for a confidential, no-obligation conversation about your situation and how we can help