Investigating in the
Private Sector
Adapting Your Skills for
Corporate, Workplace and Safeguarding Cases
Join our industry leading experts for a 1-day intensive training workshop
with bookings being taken for 2025
in Hertfordshire.
About the Workshop
Join us for our 1-day Investigating in the Private Sector Masterclass, designed to give you the practical skills needed to conduct thorough and professional investigations in a corporate, workplace and safeguarding setting.
Bookings are currently available at The Metropolitan, Bushey, in Hertfordshire. This workshop is hosted by industry-leading experts, who successfully made this transition and want to help you to do the same.
This course provides the tools you need to make a confident transition. Using real-world scenarios and practical exercises, you'll learn how to apply your investigative experience to new environments — and sharpen your skills for success in the private sector.
This course is ideal for those looking to transition from their current roles into corporate, workplace or safeguarding investigations, especially those with a police or law enforcement background.
This event is an in-person event. If you would like us to consider a course nearer you, get in touch on our Work With Us page.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
The types of cases you may encounter in this type of setting
Key differences in legal frameworks, outcomes and priorities
Adapting your approach to interviews, evidence gathering & reporting
Working within internal procedures and safeguarding responsibilities
Understanding organisational culture and internal politics
Common pitfalls when transitioning into corporate & workplace investigations
Why this matters?
The skills developed in pure investigation roles such as in law enforcement investigations are highly valuable but the private sector brings a different set of expectations, risks, and legal frameworks.
Investigations in the workplace or safeguarding context are less about criminal thresholds and more about fairness, proportionality, and organisational impact. Failing to adapt can lead to misunderstandings, procedural flaws, and reputational damage, both for the organisation and the investigator.
Whether you're moving into HR, safeguarding, compliance, or consultancy roles, understanding how to shift your mindset, approach, and communication is critical.
This course helps you bridge that gap, giving you the clarity, tools, and confidence to thrive in corporate, workplace and safeguarding investigations, while maintaining the investigative integrity you've built in your investigations career.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is for anyone transitioning from an investigations role into corporate, workplace and safeguarding investigations to develop their knowledge, skills and confidence.
We think this course is ideal for:
Police and law enforcement officers
Public sector investigators
External investigation consultants
Investigative journalists
Why choose this course?
Designed for experienced investigators: This course recognises your existing expertise and focuses on how to adapt it effectively to corporate, workplace, and safeguarding settings.
Practical and focused: real-world examples, useful tools, and clear guidance on what works (and what doesn’t) in private sector investigations.
Immediate value: Whether you're applying for roles, starting consultancy work, or taking on internal investigations, this course equips you with the language, expectations, and mindset that private sector clients and employers are looking for.
Learn from industry leaders: This is a rare opportunity to gain practical insights from industry leading professionals who have made this transition and used their experience to create a session to support you do the same.
Meet the Facilitators
Kate and Will have a combined experience of over 40 years as industry-leading investigative professionals. They have led complex, high risk investigations and integrity functions for globally recognised brands such as the BBC, Burberry, Oxfam, and Transparency International.
With experience in over 50 countries, they have investigated and managed numerous workplace investigations, expertly navigating the diverse legal and cultural landscapes.
Their expertise spans whistleblowing frameworks, anti-corruption strategies, misconduct and grievance investigations, providing a rare ability to address complex investigative challenges in high-profile contexts.
Will and Kate are highly sought-after trainers known for delivering rigorous, practical solutions that enhance investigative practice and safeguard integrity.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Catered networking lunch & refreshments
Goodie-bag & Certificate of Completion
Comprehensive training materials and post course support
Discount codes for complementary partners
A note from the Facilitators
With over 20 years of experience in investigations, I have conducted investigations within the Law Enforcement, Retail, Supply Chain, Corporate, Not for Profit and Construction sectors. Having worked both in-house and as a consultant; in Investigation and HR roles, I bring a vast amount of experience and perspective. I am passionate about helping organisations to foster respectful workplace cultures and believe investigations are a big part of this. I am excited to share my insights and practical strategies with you.
Kate Marston, Founder & CEO,
Mast People Support
William Richards,
Investigations, Ethics and Integrity Specialist
I’ve led high-profile investigations across more than 30 countries, navigating complex legal, cultural, and organisational challenges. From broadcast media to non-profits and law enforcement, my work has focused on ensuring integrity and fairness in every case. As a trainer, I’ve developed and delivered bespoke courses designed to empower investigators with the skills and confidence to handle even the most sensitive cases. This masterclass is a culmination of that experience, created to help organisations build effective investigation processes and achieve just, defensible outcomes
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Adapting Your Skills for Corporate, Workplace and Safeguarding Cases
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