Clear evidence for business decisions
Corporate Investigations UK
Our corporate investigators help UK businesses examine suspected misconduct, commercial deception and other internal risks. We agree the scope first, gather evidence lawfully and report the findings clearly.
What we do
Corporate Investigations explained
UKPI provides corporate investigations across the UK as part of our wider private investigation services. We can examine suspected employee misconduct, fraud, intellectual property concerns, business relationships and other commercial risks. The work is scoped around the question you need answered, with agreed methods, costs and reporting.
- A written scope, timescale and cost agreed before work begins
- Evidence gathered lawfully and handled with a clear record
- Discreet communication with the people you authorise
- Findings written for business, HR or legal review
- UK-wide enquiries managed by an established investigation team
Our specialist services
Explore our corporate investigations
Select a service below to learn more about how we can help with your specific situation. Checking a company, director or supplier? See corporate vetting and due diligence.
Employee Investigations
Employee investigation services. Misconduct, theft, policy breaches, restrictive covenant breaches. Professional evidence gathering.
Learn more about Employee InvestigationsIntellectual Property Investigations
Intellectual property investigation. Trade secret theft, patent infringement, counterfeit products, data leaks.
Learn more about Intellectual Property InvestigationsBusiness Partner Due Diligence
Business partner due diligence. Director backgrounds, financial health, legal history, reputation checks.
Learn more about Business Partner Due DiligenceHow we help you
Corporate investigation scenarios we handle
Every case is different, but these are the most common reasons people come to us for corporate investigations.
Internal investigations
Employee investigations may examine undeclared interests, stock loss, misuse of company resources or other conduct. We establish what can be checked and which evidence is proportionate.
Intellectual property concerns
Where data, client records or trade information may have been taken or misused, we can examine the available records and document the evidence chain.
Business partner due diligence
Before an appointment, agreement or purchase, we can verify company histories, directorships, stated experience and other information relevant to the decision.
Commercial disputes
A corporate investigation can test claims, establish a sequence of events and identify information that may help your business and legal advisers decide what to do next.
Supply chain concerns
Corporate fraud investigations may examine unusual invoices, undisclosed connections, procurement concerns or suppliers whose stated background does not match the records.
Independent findings and reporting
When an impartial review is needed, we agree the questions, record the sources checked and provide a clear written account of what the evidence supports.
Our process
How a corporate investigation works
We keep you informed at every stage. No surprises, no jargon, no pressure.
Confidential briefing
Tell us what has happened, who can authorise the work and what decision the findings must support. We explain what can and cannot be investigated.
Written investigation plan
We set out the questions, lawful methods, timescale, reporting route and cost. Work begins only after the scope has been agreed.
Lawful evidence gathering
The agreed work may include records research, interviews, observation or other proportionate enquiries. Evidence handling is recorded throughout.
Findings and next steps
You receive a written report that separates evidence from inference. We explain the findings and can liaise with authorised HR or legal advisers.
Why choose UKPI
Why choose UKPI for corporate investigations
Established since 1997
UKPI has provided investigation services to private and business clients since 1997.
Commercial discretion
Information is shared only through the contacts and reporting route agreed at the start.
Clear evidence handling
Sources, enquiries and findings are recorded so that your authorised advisers can understand how the report was reached.
Direct communication
You have a named contact for the agreed work, progress updates and questions about the findings.
Transparency
Our professional standards
Corporate investigations are scoped around a legitimate business purpose, lawful methods, and controlled reporting.
- We access credit and financial records only with lawful authority.
- We provide evidence and intelligence while solicitors provide legal advice.
- Every method is assessed against data protection and employment law.
- Device monitoring is considered only where the client has the necessary lawful authority.
- Findings are shared only with the designated contacts agreed at the outset.
Example enquiries
How a corporate investigation may be structured
These examples explain the type of work that may be agreed. They do not describe a specific client case.
Suspected internal stock loss
The challenge
A business sees repeated stock discrepancies but cannot yet tell whether misconduct or a process failure is responsible.
Our approach
The plan may combine records review, lawful observation and witness enquiries, with each finding documented.
Transparent pricing
Corporate investigation costs
We believe in honest pricing. You will receive a clear, fixed-fee quote before any work begins.
£695 to £5,000+
Costs depend on the scope of investigation, number of subjects and methods required. Most corporate investigations fall between £1,500 and £3,500.
Factors affecting cost
- Number of subjects under investigation
- Geographic spread of activity
- Whether surveillance or digital forensics are needed
- Duration and complexity of the case
- Volume of financial records to analyse
Common questions
Frequently asked questions about corporate investigations
A corporate investigator gathers and assesses information about a business concern. The work may cover employee conduct, suspected fraud, intellectual property, business relationships or due diligence. The scope depends on the question the client needs answered.
Contact us with the concern, the people or organisations involved and the decision you need to make. We will explain what can be checked lawfully and provide a written scope and cost before work begins.
Not necessarily. The method depends on the facts, the client authority and the legal position. We agree a discreet communication and reporting plan before any work starts.
Our reports can be provided to your legal advisers. Whether evidence is admissible or suitable for a particular proceeding depends on the circumstances and the relevant rules, so legal advice may be required.
The timescale depends on the number of subjects, the evidence available and the methods agreed. Your written scope will set out the expected timing, with updates if the position changes.
Yes. With the client authority, we can agree questions, reporting arrangements and evidence handling with an in-house team or external adviser.
Get in touch
Talk to us about corporate investigations
You do not need all the answers before you call. Tell us what is happening and we will explain your options. Every conversation is completely confidential.
- Free, no-obligation consultation
- Response within 2 hours
- 100% confidential
- Available 24/7: 0800 043 1754
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- Est. 1997