Private Investigators for hire in York

Find private investigators who conduct surveillance, gather evidence, and provide investigative services to help you uncover the truth in various situations. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in York to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    43

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills9%
    Leadership4%
    Microsoft Office4%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree26%
    High school diploma or GED26%
    Vocational or technical training23%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year9%
    1-2 years5%
    3-5 years9%
  • Current company

    City of York Council
    Afia International – Savola Foods
    Amitola Communities
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year13%
    1-2 years16%
    2-5 years39%

Browse Indeed's database of 43 profiles for Private Investigators in York

Last updated: 26 Jul 2026

Private Investigator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in York: £36,598 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • Certified National Road Safety Instructor and Assessor

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    Safeguarding CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDrivingDriving LicenceEnglishCategory B1 Licence

    Skills

    Microsoft OfficeMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerpointDriving
  • Head of Projects and Commercial

    Yorkshire

    Licenses & certifications

    CSCSCSCS ManagerFirst Aid CertificationDrivingProject Management

    Skills

    Microsoft OfficeCSCSMicrosoft ProjectPower BIRevitAutoCAD
  • Security Manager

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    SIADriving LicenceSOX

    Skills

    Commercial DrivingDrivingLeadershipBusiness ProcessesCommunication SkillsOrganisational Skills
  • The Open Championship (Voluntary Position)

    Fulford

    Licenses & certifications

    HGV LicenceFirst Aid CertificationCategory CE Licence

    Skills

    Computer LiteracyMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerpointCommunication SkillsCategory CE Licence
  • Customer Services Representative

    Osbaldwick

    Licenses & certifications

    Microsoft ExcelContract Management

    Skills

    Root Cause AnalysisAnalysis SkillsB2BCommunication SkillsBusiness ProcessesTime Management
  • Customer Services Representative

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    Microsoft ExcelContract Management

    Skills

    Root Cause AnalysisAnalysis SkillsB2BCommunication SkillsBusiness ProcessesTime Management

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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: communication skills, leadership and microsoft office.

What licenses or certifications are common for a private investigator?

Common licenses or certifications for private investigators include: First Aid Certification, Driving Licence and SIA.

What are some job titles related to private investigators?

According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to private investigators include: customer services representative, public protection officer and security officer/cctv operator.

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 York, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most private investigators have 17 years of professional experience.

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