Criminal Investigators

A Criminal Investigator works on criminal cases either as a police detective or private investigator. Investigates people accused of crimes, gathers evidence from crime scene or other searches, reviews evidence gathered by other law enforcement officials. Collects information that may be used for criminal prosecution.

About this Career

Average Salary

£28,303

New workers start at around £11,073. Normal pay is £28,303 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £39,744

Annual Openings

257

Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs

Daily Tasks

Greets and organises people attending court cases, ensures necessary parties are present, calls defendants and witnesses, directs oath taking and keeps order in the courtroom.
Patrols airport, checks passengers baggage, operates metal detectors and x-rays and assists in responding to emergency situations.
Watches for illegal fishing or attempted smuggling.
Ejects persons in illegal occupation of premises.
Calls in civil police and gives evidence in court where necessary.
Receives duty sheet, time-clock and keys for premises to be visited, checks locks, doors, windows, etc. and reports any suspicious circumstances to security headquarters.
Provides entry security, checks tickets, manages queues, takes entry fees, and escorts people from the premises where necessary in a variety of public venues such as nightclubs, pubs and bars.
Checks persons and vehicles entering and leaving premises, establishes their credentials and arranges for escorts for visitors.
Monitors, patrols and deals with security difficulties in hotels, factories, offices and other premises, and public or private estates to prevent theft and unauthorised entry.
Walks or rides near person requiring protection, watches for suspicious occurrences and defends guarded person from attack.

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