Salary guide
Corporate Investigator
- Average salary
- £30,000 – £60,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- Corporate investigations protect company assets
Other names this job is known by
- Fraud Investigator
- Internal Investigator
Key responsibilities
- Investigate fraud, misconduct, or regulatory breaches
- Collect and analyse evidence
- Conduct interviews and surveillance
- Prepare investigation reports
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in law, criminology, or business
- Experience in investigations or compliance
- Analytical and research skills
- Communication and integrity
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Investigator
- Head of Investigations
- Compliance Manager
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study law, criminology, or business
- Gain experience in investigations or compliance
- Progress to senior or specialist roles
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