Private-Investigators for hire in Bedford

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership6%
    Communication Skills6%
    Customer Service3%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree38%
    High school diploma or GED32%
    Vocational or technical training24%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years65%
    6-10 years20%
    Less than a year6%
  • Current company

    Mitie Security
    NHS
    (Private)
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years47%
    More than 5 years26%
    Less than a year18%

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Last updated: 11 Sept 2026

Private Investigator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Bedford: £31,899 yearly

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  • Factory, yard, dept manufacturing site

    Elstow

    Licenses & certifications

    Word ProcessingForkliftProject ManagementTeam ManagementStaff TrainingTeam Leadership+5 more

    Skills

    LeadershipManual HandlingLogisticsGoods-In ProcessingShipping & ReceivingInventory Control
  • Senior Threat Intelligence Specialist

    Bedford

    Licenses & certifications

    Microsoft OutlookVisioNegotiationMicrosoft ExcelSharePointMicrosoft Powerpoint+1 more

    Skills

    Relationship ManagementNegotiationCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceCase ManagementLeadership
  • Overseas Detention Custody Officer/Escort

    Kempston

    Licenses & certifications

    CCTVPrison and Probation Service ExperienceDrivingFirst Aid AdministrationFirst Aid ResponsePaediatric First Aid+12 more

    Skills

    Automotive RepairMechanical KnowledgeMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookWord Processing
  • Independent Security and Risk Consultant

    Bedford

    Licenses & certifications

    CCTVDBS Check ProcessingSecurityProject ManagementSIAPMP+4 more

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsLeadershipSecurityChange Management
  • Security Guard

    Bedford

    Licenses & certifications

    SecurityFirst AidSIAFirst Aid Certification

    Skills

    Emergency ManagementCommunication SkillsSecurityCrowd ControlVenue Crowd ManagementDe-Escalation Techniques
  • Care Home Manager

    Bedford

    Licenses & certifications

    Level 3 in Health & Social CareNVQDriving LicenceLevel 2 in Health & Social Care

    Skills

    IT AuditingInternal AuditsCompliance ManagementMicrosoft OutlookTime ManagementPayroll

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What's the average time to fill a private investigator role?

The average time to fill a private investigator role is 65 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do private-investigators tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a private investigator include: leadership, communication skills and customer service.

What licenses or certifications are common for a private investigator?

Common licenses or certifications for private-investigators include: First Aid Certification, First Aid and NVQ.

What are some job titles related to private-investigators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to private-investigators include: depot manager, senior threat intelligence specialist and fleet controller.

What level of education is common for a private investigator?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a private investigator in Bedford, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a private investigator?

Most private-investigators have 25 years of professional experience.

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