Lauth Investigations International is a premier, Indianapolis-based investigative agency. We leverage deep experience and emotional intelligence to serve as a trusted partner to individuals and corporations worldwide. We are looking for a high-profile executive leader to join our Circle City headquarters and lead our Investigations Division into its next chapter of growth .
Why Indianapolis?
This isn’t just a remote role; it’s a leadership seat at the heart of our operations. While our reach is global, our roots are firmly planted in the Indianapolis community. We are looking for a leader who wants to be a fixture in the local business landscape and enjoy the high quality of life—and low cost of living—that Central Indiana offers.
The Role: Strategic Leadership & Operational Excellence
As the Director of Investigations, you will be the primary investigative and operational touchstone for our firm (p. 1). You will lead a team of PIs, manage day-to-day functions, and spearhead criminal, civil, and proprietary investigations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational Management: Lead investigative teams, conduct case intakes, and oversee 1099 investigators.
- Financial Oversight: Manage division budgets, track case profitability, and drive growth margins .
- Brand Ambassadorship: Represent Lauth at professional conferences and networking events throughout Indiana and beyond .
- Market Growth: Oversee marketing campaigns and leverage CRM/AI tools to expand our client base.
Who You Are
- An Indy-Ready Leader: You are either a current resident or willing to relocate to the Indianapolis area to lead from the front.
- Strategic Change Agent: You stay ahead of innovative investigative trends and cutting-edge technologies.
- Adept Communicator: You possess the finesse to navigate sensitive situations and the charisma to build lasting partnerships.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree (US-accredited) required; MBA is a plus.
- Experience: 5+ years of former law enforcement (commander level preferred) or significant corporate leadership experience.
- 5+ years or investigations and surveillance.
- Financial Acumen: Proven ability to manage budgets, labor KPIs, and operating margins .
- Flexibility: Valid driver's license and the ability to be on-call 24/7 with extensive travel as required .
Benefits
- Salary: $100,000 – $120,000 (Based on experience).
- Comprehensive Health: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and HSA options .
- Future Security: 401K and Life/Disability insurance.
- Work-Life Balance: 10 days PTO + 12 hours of Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to give back to the Indianapolis community.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree (US-accredited) required; MBA is a plus.
- 5+ years of former law enforcement or significant corporate leadership experience.
- 5+ years of investigations and surveillance experience.
- Proven ability to manage budgets.
- Valid driver's license and ability to be on-call 24/7 with travel.
What We Do
WHAT WE DO: We work with Attorneys, Corporations and Individuals on all investigative tasks to find quick resolutions to their cases and personnel issues. Lauth Investigations International utilizes the expertise of the 25+ years of investigative experience from our CEO, Tom Lauth, and military/police force veterans to provide our clients with extensive, detailed and confidential investigations. WHO WE WORK WITH: We partner with Law Firm's and Attorney's to investigate and find quick, efficient resolution to pending cases via Skip Tracing, Witness Location, Financial Analysis and Locating Assets to attach Judgments, Custody and Family Law evidence, Criminal Defense, Unsolved Homicides/Wrongful Death, Process Service, and Security of Evidence. We partner with Corporations, CEO's and HR Departments, to investigate and quickly resolve Workers Compensation claims, Trademark Infringement, Theft/Fraud, Due Diligence for mergers and acquisitions, Background checks, Crisis Management Investigations. WHY IT WORKS: When you partner with Lauth Investigations International, you get the most efficient, effective, affordable, comprehensive investigations available with the added bonus of the expertise of Tom Lauth. Tom Lauth has been involved in private investigations for 25+ years. His vast knowledge in the investigations world is superior to most. For more information on Mr. Lauth and his credentials, please refer to the attached site: http://www.lauthinvestigations.com/founder-thomas-lauth. WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT: Lauth Investigations International is a family owned business and we treat our clients like family as well. You can expect a great business experience and the highest experts in the field of private investigations. Are you ready to join our family and partner with us? Please contact us directly here on LinkedIn, e-mail us at [email protected], call us directly at (317) 951-1100 or visit our website at www.lauthinvestigations.com. [email protected]
