Private Investigatior | Surveillance Investigator

• Dec 2021 - Present

Private Investigator | Surveillance Investigator

• Dec 2021 - Present

Since joining Spotlight Investigations I have worked as part of a highly committed team, providing specialist PI and surveillance services across insurance matters, brand protection, health and safety, HR, employment, theft, fraud, and absenteeism. I ensure all activities are carried out in line with standards of best practice and compliance. I independently manage all caseloads for claims, ensuring timely and effective reporting and adapting to any required case or situation necessary in the field. Top skills: analysis, judgement, persistence, organisation and planning Show less

Private Investigator / Security Consultant

• Jun 2020 - Nov 2021

As a self-employed security and PI contractor, I was able to build the diversity of my experience across different assignments and locations. I worked on a pro bono basis in Ireland and previously in South Africa, carrying out needs assessments for private clients and organisations, bringing a wealth of expertise to determine the investigation/surveillance plan and gather all required evidence through effective and compliant monitoring activities. Passionate about quality, I ensured that reporting processes were first-rate, caseloads are seamlessly managed and created positive relationships with clients for future business / referrals. Top skills: self-direction, research, attention to detail, communication. Show less

Lead Surveillance Operative

• Jan 2018 - May 2020

As lead private investigator and surveillance operative, I played a key role in the management of field surveillance assignments for various case types. My role saw me plan and execute surveillance activities, collecting evidence principally through photography, video capture and log writing. Meticulousness, patience and a high level of flexibility were critical elements of this work. I ensured that all reports were flawlessly prepared, provided articulate testimonies in court and I was also an empowering resource for junior colleagues, helping mentor them and develop their field skills and compliance knowledge. Top skills: leadership, methodical, time management, accuracy, problem solving. Show less

Accounts Assistant

• 2017 - 2017

Temporary accounts assistant / administration role, taken up with the express intention of gaining exposure to areas of financial administration and building analytical skills to support furthering a career in investigations. Key elements of this role included supporting the preparation of accounts, VAT returns, and bank reconciliations. Top skills: numeracy, procedural, accounting, analysis. Temporary accounts assistant / administration role, taken up with the express intention of gaining exposure to areas of financial administration and building analytical skills to support furthering a career in investigations. Key elements of this role included supporting the preparation of accounts, VAT returns, and bank reconciliations. Top skills: numeracy, procedural, accounting, analysis.

Corporate Security Officer

• 2008 - 2015

This was a static / security guarding role, where I took ownership of the monitoring and protection of clients’ premises. In this capacity, I worked as part of a small team and independently, operating and monitoring a CCTV system across internal and external locations. This required exceptional vigilance and the ability to rapidly respond to and resolve any issues. I also kept all necessary logs, following company SOPs with respect to records management. Honing strong operational expertise, I took the lead in the delivery of inductions and on-site training to new security officers. Top skills: focus, following procedures, judgement, self-motivation, communication. Show less

Security Consultant

• 2010 - 2014

Ad-hoc work assisting with training, delivering seminars, and working in close protection on tours to South Africa. Ad-hoc work assisting with training, delivering seminars, and working in close protection on tours to South Africa.