Explore Investigator Jobs

Find investigator jobs for experienced professionals on Ladders, where roles are vetted and pay at least $100,000. Investigators gather and evaluate information, document findings, and help organizations make informed decisions while addressing complex cases and risks.

Investigator Roles Across Industries

Investigator opportunities span corporate security, compliance, insurance, law, finance, healthcare, and government. Titles may include corporate investigator, fraud investigator, internal investigations manager, compliance investigator, and special investigations professional. Responsibilities and qualifications vary by employer, industry, and level of seniority.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers may seek experience conducting interviews, reviewing records, analyzing evidence, preparing clear reports, and handling sensitive information. Strong judgment, attention to detail, communication skills, and knowledge of relevant regulations or investigative methods can be valuable. Some positions may require specialized credentials, a license, or experience in a particular field.

Find Your Next Investigator Opportunity

Browse investigator openings and compare role requirements, workplace expectations, and compensation details. Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and identify roles that fit your experience and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Drive enterprise security by identifying and assessing insider threats, conducting investigations, and producing intelligence reports to safeguard personnel and assets while collaborating with various...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by identifying and mitigating insider threats, conducting investigations, and producing intelligence reports to enhance organizational security and protect assets. Collaborate wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $106K *

Transform your legal career by providing prosecution support to law enforcement agencies. Engage in case evaluations, pretrial conferences, and courtroom representation while collaborating with a dedi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to monitor and assess insider threats, ensuring the safety of personnel and assets through intelligence-driven investigations and collaboration with security stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$121K - $158K *

Engage with diverse stakeholders to drive fundraising initiatives, cultivate donor relationships, and lead strategic development efforts, ensuring sustainable philanthropic support for the Smithsonian...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Support clinical studies by assisting teams with tasks like medical monitoring and protocol management. Collaborate across functions and engage with stakeholders to ensure successful trial outcomes wh...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$188K - $274K *

Transform energy research and disclosures by leading strategic initiatives, managing cross-functional projects, and translating complex data for diverse audiences. Drive impactful insights to support...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$66K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to conducting thorough medical reviews and applying clinical judgment to ensure compliance and prevent fraud in healthcare claims. Collaborate with professionals to suppor...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$157K - $239K *

Champion legal excellence by providing strategic support to banking and investment teams. Advise on compliance, risk management, and pre-litigation matters while ensuring adherence to regulations and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $195K *

Elevate revenue growth by building strong relationships with law firms and corporations. Drive new business development through consultative sales, leveraging industry insights and collaboration with...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$144K - $182K *

Drive your career with innovative DevSecOps practices, enhancing AI security and cloud applications. Collaborate on automation, software delivery, and security expertise to protect vital infrastructur...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$60K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to identifying and mitigating insider threats through advanced analytics and proactive hunting strategies. Leverage your expertise to enhance security measures and protect...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $186K *

Join a dynamic team to advance cancer research through innovative experiments focused on receptor tyrosine kinases. Develop and document key findings to drive insights in oncology, contributing to pub...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $213K *

Oversee site activation projects, ensuring timely delivery, effective communication, and compliance with regulations. Lead cross-functional teams to meet goals and address challenges, driving strategi...

Durham, NCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $113K *

Unlock potential by analyzing payment data and supporting anomaly detection. Collaborate on business requirements, execute tests, and ensure operational readiness for effective payment processing and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Serve as a critical member of the Forensics team, leveraging Mechanical Engineering expertise to conduct analyses, manage inspections, and provide comprehensive reports that drive client and project s...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that empowers rapid response for immigrant communities. Lead planning and execution of time-sensitive initiatives, coordinating efforts across agencies and partners to ensure accurate comm...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$127K - $246K *

Shape the future of workplace security by leveraging expertise in threat assessment and risk mitigation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to protect personnel and assets through data-driven in...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $400K *

Join a team that's advancing AI safety by building reliable, controllable models for conversational agents. Collaborate across functions to transform safety challenges into scalable, production-ready...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $400K *

Drive innovation in AI safety by building robust safeguards for conversational agents. Collaborate across teams to enhance model reliability and mitigate real-world risks, creating impactful solutions...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance healthcare quality assurance programs, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across detention healthcare operations nationwide...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $200K *

Execute advanced trade surveillance and investigative analyses to mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with securities laws and enhancing operational integrity across the firm...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform citywide security operations by leading a team of Peace Officers and overseeing contractors to ensure a safe environment for HRA staff and customers. Drive compliance, develop strategies, an...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$76K - $199K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focused on sales growth and customer engagement in the healthcare sector. Utilize your analytical skills and product knowledge to develop strategies that enhance...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful counterintelligence training by leveraging expertise in investigations and instructional strategies. Contribute to developing CI Agents capable of executing thorough investigations, en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an investigator do?question toggle

    An investigator gathers and evaluates information to clarify events, assess potential misconduct or loss, and support organizational or legal decisions. Work can include interviews, record reviews, evidence analysis, and written reports.

  • What types of investigator jobs are available?question toggle

    Investigator roles can be found in corporate security, compliance, insurance, law, finance, healthcare, and government. Examples include fraud investigator, corporate investigator, internal investigations manager, and special investigations professional.

  • What qualifications do investigator jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and specialty. Commonly sought qualifications include investigative experience, strong research and analytical skills, careful documentation, discretion, and effective communication. Certain roles may require a license, specialized credential, or industry-specific expertise.

  • How can I find investigator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search investigator listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying at least $100,000. Review each posting for its compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications.