Bernardine King

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Co-Founder - Head of Investigations

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Join date: Feb 10, 2026

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Bernardine King is Co-Founder of Clearmarc and a highly respected leader in workplace investigations, governance, and risk advisory. With over 25 years’ experience, she has led complex investigations and compliance initiatives across large, regulated organisations, supporting boards and executives through sensitive and high-risk matters.

Bernardine is known for her calm, evidence-based approach and commitment to procedural fairness, helping organisations navigate misconduct, conflict of interest, and governance issues with confidence and integrity.

Posts (2)

Mar 9, 2026 ∙ 3 min

The Most Overlooked Risk in M&A Isn’t in the Numbers

Acquiring a business rarely involves purchasing assets alone. In most transactions, you are also acquiring the leadership, relationships and culture that will shape the organisation long after completion. Even a well-structured deal can be undermined if key individuals bring undisclosed risks into the business. Early-stage due diligence on owners, directors, senior leaders and key employees helps organisations: Validate transaction assumptions Support board and investment committee approvals...

Feb 8, 2026 ∙ 2 min

From Allegation to Action: Why Fair, Defensible Workplace Investigations Matter

Allegations of workplace misconduct are increasing as companies look to drive efficiencies through technology and reorganising efforts to compete and adapt to the changing environment. Workplace complaints and allegations sit squarely at the intersection of legal risk, organisational culture, and brand reputational trust. How an organisation responds — not just what it decides — can determine whether the issue can be resolved internally or escalates into a prolonged and costly dispute,...