Mining giant Fortescue has moved to suspend a senior executive from working for the company while allegations of sexual harassment and bullying are being investigated by law firm MinterEllison.

The Andrew Forrest-led mining giant has made an about-face after previously defending its decision to allow the executive to work during the investigation.

Mining giant Fortescue has moved to suspend a senior executive from working for the company while allegations of sexual harassment and bullying are being investigated by law firm…