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Employee Complaint Acknowledgement

An employee complaint acknowledgement is a short email HR sends to confirm it has received a complaint about someone's conduct. It gives a case ID, explains the preliminary review, offers interim support and assures the complainant of confidentiality and protection from retaliation.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]

COMPLAINT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT EMAIL

Subject: Your complaint has been received – Case ID [Reference Number]

To:: [Employee Name] <[Employee Email]>
From:: [HR Name], Human Resources
Date:: [Date]
Classification:: Confidential

Dear [Employee Name],

Thank you for writing to us on [Date] about [brief neutral description]. We appreciate you coming forward. Your complaint has been registered as Case ID [Reference Number].

What happens next:

[HR Name] will contact you by [Date] to arrange a confidential meeting and understand the details.
We will carry out a preliminary review to decide the appropriate route, which may be an inquiry, mediation or other action.
We will keep you informed of progress and let you know the outcome that concerns you.

If you need any interim support, such as a temporary change of seating, shift or reporting arrangement while the matter is reviewed, please let us know and we will consider it promptly.

If any part of your complaint relates to sexual harassment, it will be referred to the Internal Committee constituted under the POSH Act 2013, which will follow its own confidential procedure. You can also reach the Presiding Officer, [IC Presiding Officer Name], at [Email].

Your complaint will be shared only with those who need to know. The company does not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith; please tell us immediately if you experience any.

Regards,
[HR Name]
Human Resources
[Company Name]
[Phone]

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What this template includes

Subject line with the case ID for easy tracking
Thanks for coming forward, which encourages reporting
Preliminary review explained in two or three steps
Interim support options such as a seating or shift change
Confidentiality and anti-retaliation statement
POSH Internal Committee reference where the complaint is of sexual harassment

When to use it

An employee has emailed or submitted a complaint about a colleague, manager, vendor or customer
A complaint arrives through an ethics inbox or helpline and the complainant gave an email ID
The complainant seems distressed and needs to know support is available
HR wants a time-stamped record that it responded promptly

How to customise this template

1Send from a restricted HR or ethics mailbox, not a personal ID
2Insert the case ID from your complaint register
3Delete the POSH paragraph if not relevant, keep it if the complaint has a sexual-harassment element
4Add the employee assistance programme contact if your company has one
5Keep the email short; detailed questions come in the meeting

HR tips

Do not forward the complaint email to the respondent
Avoid commenting on whether the complaint is true
Reply even to anonymous-looking complaints if a contact is given
Send within one or two working days

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Frequently asked questions

How should HR acknowledge an employee complaint?+

With a short written reply confirming receipt, a reference number, next steps and an assurance of confidentiality and non-retaliation.

Should the acknowledgement promise a particular outcome?+

No. It should only promise a fair and timely review, not a result.

What if the complaint is about sexual harassment?+

HR should inform the complainant that it will be handled by the Internal Committee under the POSH policy and share the IC contact details.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]
EMPLOYEE COMPLAINT FORM
Company:
[Company Name]
Complaint No.:
[Reference Number]
Date:
[Date]
This form is used to report conduct that you believe breaches company rules or the code of conduct. All complaints are treated confidentially. If your complaint relates to sexual harassment, please approach the Internal Committee directly as per the company's POSH policy.
1. Complainant Details
Employee Name
Employee ID
Designation
Department
Work Location
Contact Number
Preferred mode of contact
2. Person(s) Complained Against
Name
Designation / Role
Department or Organisation (if vendor/customer)
Relationship to you (colleague, supervisor, vendor, other)
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GRIEVANCE
Ref. No.:
[Reference Number]
Date:
[Date]
To,
[Employee Name]
[Designation], [Department]
Employee ID: [Employee ID]
[Work Location]
Subject: Acknowledgement of your grievance dated [Date]
Dear [Employee Name],
We acknowledge receipt of your grievance submitted on [Date] regarding [brief neutral description of grievance]. It has been registered under case number [Reference Number]. Please quote this number in all future communication on this matter.
Your grievance has been assigned to [Reviewer Name], [Reviewer Designation], who will review the matter in line with the company's Grievance Redressal Policy. The next steps are:
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EMPLOYEE GRIEVANCE FORM
Company:
[Company Name]
Grievance Case No.:
[Reference Number]
Date of Submission:
[Date]
Use this form to formally raise a work-related grievance. Please write clearly and attach any supporting documents. Complaints of sexual harassment must be submitted to the Internal Committee under the company's POSH policy and not on this form.
Section A: Employee Details
Employee Name
Employee ID
Designation
Department
Work Location
Reporting Manager
Mobile Number
Official Email
Section B: Nature of Grievance
- Salary, wages, overtime or deductions
- Leave or attendance
- Working conditions, shift or safety
- Transfer, promotion or appraisal
- Interpersonal issue with a colleague or manager
- Application of a company policy
- Other (please specify)
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WORKPLACE COMPLAINT FORM
Site / Unit:
[Work Location]
Form No.:
[Reference Number]
Date:
[Date]
Anyone working at this site may use this form. You may give your name or leave it blank. For complaints of sexual harassment please contact the Internal Committee: [IC Presiding Officer Name], [Phone].
About You (optional)
Name
Employee ID / Gate Pass No.
Category: Employee / Contract Worker / Trainee / Apprentice
Contractor Company (if applicable)
Department / Line
Shift
Contact Number
Type of Complaint
- Safety hazard or unsafe practice
- Washroom, drinking water or hygiene
- Canteen or food quality
- Transport or shuttle
- Wages, overtime or deductions
- Behaviour of a person
- Equipment, PPE or tools
- Other
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EMPLOYEE COUNSELLING FORM
Ref. No.:
[Reference Number]
Date of Session:
[Date]
Record Type:
Non-disciplinary
Employee Details
Employee Name
Employee ID
Designation
Department
Reporting Manager
Counselled by (name and designation)
Area of Concern
- Work quality or targets
- Attendance or punctuality
- Workplace behaviour
- Adherence to process or policy
- Other
Discussion
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EMPLOYEE CONCERN FORM
Company:
[Company Name]
Form No.:
[Reference Number]
Date:
[Date]
Use this form to share an early concern, question or suggestion. It is informal and confidential. For safety emergencies, contact your supervisor immediately. For sexual harassment, please contact the Internal Committee at [IC Email].
Your Details (optional)
Employee Name
Employee ID
Department
Preferred contact (email / phone)
What is your concern about?
- Workload or working hours
- Wellbeing or stress
- Team or manager communication
- Clarity on a company policy
- Change in the organisation (shift, location, structure)
- Tools, systems or resources
- Suggestion for improvement
- Other
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EMPLOYEE RELATIONS CASE FORM
Case No.:
[Reference Number]
Date Opened:
[Date]
Opened by:
[HR Name]
Classification:
Confidential
A. Case Source
- Employee (written)
- Employee (verbal)
- Manager referral
- Ethics / whistleblower channel
- Exit interview
- Other
B. Case Type
- Grievance
- Conduct complaint
- Bullying / behaviour
- Discrimination
- Retaliation
- Attendance / performance
- Workplace conflict
- Sexual harassment (refer to Internal Committee)
- Other
C. Parties
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Employee Name
Employee ID
Designation
Department
Work Location
Contact Number
Preferred mode of contact

Name
Designation / Role
Department or Organisation (if vendor/customer)
Relationship to you (colleague, supervisor, vendor, other)

Employee Name
Employee ID
Designation
Department
Work Location
Reporting Manager
Mobile Number
Official Email

Name
Employee ID / Gate Pass No.
Category: Employee / Contract Worker / Trainee / Apprentice
Contractor Company (if applicable)
Department / Line
Shift
Contact Number

Employee Name
Employee ID
Designation
Department
Reporting Manager
Counselled by (name and designation)

Employee Name
Employee ID
Department
Preferred contact (email / phone)

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EMPLOYEE RELATIONS CASE TRACKER

Company:: [Company Name]
Updated on:: [Date]
Maintained by:: [HR Name]
Classification:: Confidential

Case No.	Date Opened	Case Type	Risk	Site / Dept	Owner	Stage	Next Action	Due Date	Days Open	Outcome / Closed On
[Reference Number]	[DD/MM/YYYY]	[Grievance]	[High / Medium / Low]	[Department]	[HR Name]	[Intake]	[Acknowledge and meet employee]	[DD/MM/YYYY]	[Number]	[Open]
[Reference Number]	[DD/MM/YYYY]	[Conduct complaint]	[Risk]	[Department]	[HR Name]	[Investigation]	[Interview witnesses]	[DD/MM/YYYY]	[Number]	[Open]
[Reference Number]	[DD/MM/YYYY]	[Workplace conflict]	[Risk]	[Department]	[HR Name]	[Mediation]	[Review meeting]	[DD/MM/YYYY]	[Number]	[Open]
[Reference Number]	[DD/MM/YYYY]	[Attendance]	[Risk]	[Department]	[HR Name]	[Closed]	[None]	[DD/MM/YYYY]	[Number]	[Outcome, DD/MM/YYYY]

Stage Definitions

Intake: case received, classified and acknowledged
Assessment: route decided and owner assigned
Investigation / Hearing / Mediation: process underway
Decision: outcome decided and communicated
Actions: agreed actions being completed
Closed: closure letter issued and file archived

Weekly Summary

Open cases
New this week
Closed this week
Overdue next actions
High-risk cases needing leadership attention

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Employee Relations Case Tracker

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