Malcolm Currie

Malcolm is known for his fair, straightforward approach and his ability to build trust and understanding among all parties. His work consistently focuses on achieving sustainable solutions through collaboration, co-creation and clear communication. He works across the public, private, and third sectors, offering mediation, facilitated negotiation, investigation, and strategic coaching. Malcolm is a seasoned dispute resolution specialist with over 25 years of experience in industrial relations, including 11 years as a professional trade union negotiator. His expertise spans UK-wide employment law and a wide range of sectors – from science and conservation to energy, health and the arts – giving him a rich foundation for resolving complex workplace issues. Before founding his own dispute resolution company, Malcolm spent 15 years advising countryside managers on land management and joint projects, honing his skills in negotiation and partnership development. He was first accredited as a mediator through Scottish Mediation (where he is now Vice Chair); he later gained additional qualifications with CEDR, where he is now a member of CEDR Faculty and the Mediator Panel. In addition to his practice, Malcolm is a Visiting Lecturer at Queen Margaret University, where he teaches undergraduate courses in Mediation and Negotiation and has been developing and delivering a postgraduate module on Collective Bargaining. His commitment to fairness, strategic thinking, and long-term impact makes him a trusted advocate for effective conflict resolution and organisational transformation.