SIG provides specialist due diligence, forensic risk analysis, and investigative research to help organisations make informed decisions. Whether you need to vet key individuals, assess corporate risk, or uncover hidden financial and reputational threats, we deliver clear, actionable intelligence.
Tier 1: Basic Background Check (£500)
1-2 Business Days
A foundational screening to flag immediate risks.
✅ Identity verification (KYC)
✅ Criminal & civil litigation checks
✅ Directorship & corporate affiliations
✅ High-level financial stress indicators
✅ Sanctions & watchlist screening (OFAC, FATF, INTERPOL)
Ideal For: Employee screening, mid-tier risk assessment
Tier 2: Enhanced Due Diligence (£1,500)
3-5 Business Days
Comprehensive profiling, including financial and reputational risk factors.
✅ All Tier 1 checks
✅ Digital footprint & media risk analysis
✅ Detailed financial profiling (liabilities, spending indicators)
✅ Lifestyle analysis (real estate, asset ownership)
✅ Reputation risk scoring
Ideal For: Senior hires, investment screening, regulatory compliance
Tier 3: Forensic Deep Dive (£4,500)
7-12 Business Days
A deep investigative analysis identifying hidden risks.
✅ All Tier 1 & 2 checks
✅ Covert network mapping (associates, shell companies)
✅ Offshore financial profiling (trusts, tax evasion indicators)
✅ Security risk analysis (cyber, insider threat, physical security)
✅ Psychological & behavioural profiling
✅ Bespoke risk intelligence report
Ideal For: Boardroom hires, high-net-worth individuals, fraud investigations
Tier 4: Full Bespoke Investigation (£9,500)
2-5 Weeks
A tailored, high-stakes due diligence engagement.
✅ All Tier 1-3 checks
✅ Discreet human intelligence (HUMINT) & insider interviews
✅ Deep wealth tracking (offshore accounts, undisclosed assets)
✅ Geopolitical & regulatory risk analysis
✅ Strategic intelligence briefing
Ideal For: Corporate mergers, executive vetting, geopolitical risk assessments
Tier 5: Covert & Tactical Operations (POA)
Case Dependent
Live, high-risk operational intelligence services.
✅ Cyber & physical penetration testing
✅ Deception techniques & social engineering
✅ Surveillance & targeted investigations
✅ Insider threat exposure & live threat mitigation
Ideal For: Corporate espionage cases, security testing, adversarial counterintelligence
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Specialist Investigative Research – We use expert analysts and proprietary tools.
Confidential & Legally Compliant – GDPR-compliant, with strict security protocols.
Scalable & Cost-Effective – Volume discounts & retainer options available.
Global Reach, Local Expertise – Extensive cross-jurisdictional capabilities.
Business & Contract Terms
Payment: Invoices payable within 14 days; 50% deposit required for Tier 3 & 4.
Confidentiality: NDA required; all client engagements are private & secure.
Custom Engagements: We offer bespoke investigations beyond these tiers.
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