Trusted Partners in Commercial Mediation and Conflict Resolution

CEDR is an international dispute resolution centre helping organisations resolve commercial and workplace conflicts, train teams, and deliver regulated complaint schemes.

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Resolve

Resolve

Get expert help with the full spectrum of commercial and workplace disputes.

Train

Train

Build skills in mediation, conflict management, and effective communication.

Consult

Consult

Design robust resolution schemes tailored to your organisation’s needs.

Trusted to Resolve Conflict at Any Scale

With over 35 years of experience - our mediators, consultants and trainers are trusted by major organisations in different sectors around the world to handle high volumes, complex disputes, and sensitive processes, all with independence, impartiality and integrity.
From individual disputes to multi-party complaints schemes and industry-wide programmes, we’re built for scale and precision.

Approved by leading bodies including Ofcom and the Civil Mediation Council, recognised for our independence, impartiality, and process integrity.

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Trusted by global brands and industry regulators

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“This training made me feel like my company was investing in me as a person as well as an employee. Thank you CEDR – you were great!”

Employee, Global Insurance Company

“It was by far the best course I’ve attended. I couldn’t have succeeded without the incredible collegiate nature of the CEDR faculty and my fellow participants.”

Hannah Perry, Business Transformation (participant)

How CEDR Can Help You

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Resolve Conflict with Commercial Mediation and ADR Services

CEDR’s mediation and ADR services give organisations a proven, cost-effective and innovative way to resolve disputes quickly, with settlement rates consistently above 87% and tailored schemes designed for both workplace and regulated environments.

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Training in Mediation and International Dispute Resolution Skills

Our CPD-accredited training supports individuals and teams in handling commercial and international disputes with confidence, whether you’re working toward becoming a qualified mediator or strengthening internal capability.

CEDR Professionals

Build Conflict Capability Across Your Organisation

CEDR’s consultants work with organisations to improve performance, manage internal conflict more effectively, and design structured approaches to grievance handling and complaint resolution. From team dynamics to system-wide change, we help embed conflict capability and resilience across your operations.

Meet The People Behind Our Services

CEDR is powered by a global team of specialist mediators, expert trainers and client advisors, all dedicated to helping you resolve conflict, improve performance and build resilient systems.

With deep sector experience and proven credentials, our people deliver trusted support across every service.

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Mediators

Skilled professionals with deep sector knowledge, working closely with dedicated Client Relationship Associates. 

CEDR mediators combine legal and commercial expertise with a rigorous, impartial approach, helping clients reach resolution quickly, confidentially and with confidence.

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Trainers

Experts in negotiation, conflict and communication.

Our trainers are internationally recognised for their ability to equip professionals with the skills to manage conflict constructively, through CPD-accredited public courses and bespoke in-house programmes.

Real Outcomes. Proven Results.

From resolving complex disputes to transforming team performance and designing scalable complaint schemes, CEDR’s work delivers measurable impact saving time, money and reducing the harms caused by conflict.

Explore real examples of how our clients have overcome challenges through structured resolution, expert training and strategic consultancy.

  • 80%+ settlement rate in mediation
  • Trusted by major international organisations, Governments, regulators and FTSE-listed companies
  • Bespoke training programmes rolled out across international teams
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individuals trained in conflict and mediation skills by CEDR in 2023 alone.

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accredited mediators across more than 70 countries, trained by CEDR to the highest international standards.

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dispute resolution schemes designed and delivered by CEDR globally.

Insights to Help You Handle Conflict Better

Browse practical content written by the specialists behind our services, from how-to guides and compliance tips to deep dives on ADR strategy, culture and communication.

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Ready to Build Confidence in Handling Conflict?

Develop the skills to approach disputes with clarity, confidence, and professionalism.

CEDR’s bespoke, CPD‑accredited conflict management training gives you practical tools to manage challenging conversations, defuse tension, and reach constructive outcomes, all tailored to your organisation’s needs.

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CEDR-Accredited Mediator Skills Training | Edinburgh

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    08 - 13 June 2026 | 08:30 - 18:00 (BST)
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    The Mackenzie Building, Faculty Of Advocates, Edinburgh
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    10 - 16 June 2026 | 08:30 - 18:00 (BST)
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    From GBP £ 5,800
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Workplace Mediation Conversion Course | London

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    14 July 2026 | 09:00 - 18:00 (BST)
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    From GBP £ 795
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CEDR-Accredited Mediator Skills Training  | London

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    05 - 11 August 2026 | 08:30 - 18:00 (BST)
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    From GBP £ 5,800
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International Accreditation Programme (IAP) September 2026

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    10 - 15 September 2026 | 12:00 - 20:00 (BST)
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CEDR-Accredited Mediator Skills Training | Dublin

  • date
    21 - 26 September 2026
  • location
    Ormond Meeting Rooms, Dublin
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    From EUR € 5,145
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    07 - 13 October 2026 | 08:30 - 18:00 (BST)
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    From GBP £ 5,800
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    14 - 16 October 2026 | 08:30 - 18:00 (BST)
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CEDR-Accredited Mediator Skills Training | Dublin

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    16 - 21 November 2026 | 08:30 - 18:00
  • location
    Ormond Meeting Rooms, Dublin
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    From EUR € 5,145
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CEDR-Accredited Mediator Skills Training | London

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    02 - 08 December 2026 | 08:30 - 18:00 (BST)
  • location
    CEDR, Juxon House, London
  • price
    From GBP £ 5,800