Founding Investigative Reporter — Intelligence, Law Enforcement, Judicial Backgrounds (Remote, Europe)
About Us
Objection is building the truth infrastructure for the next century: fast, adversarial, AI-native adjudication at civilisational scale.
Our investigative division operates as an elite, independent investigative operation within Objection — dedicated to meticulous verification, transparent methodology, and accountability to facts, particularly where claims are contested, evidence is fragmented, or public narratives conflict.
We operate with full editorial independence and are supported by experienced media investors who understand that serious investigative work requires time, discipline, and institutional support.
The Opportunity
We are seeking experienced investigators with backgrounds in law enforcement, judicial, policing, intelligence, prosecution, or comparable investigative roles to join our team across the UK and Europe.
This role is suited for professionals accustomed to:
Working cases with conflicting accounts
Evaluating credibility under conditions of uncertainty
Handling sensitive or high-stakes information
Building conclusions from primary evidence rather than secondary reporting
As a founding investigator, you will help define how Objection conducts investigations and earns public trust through disciplined, evidence-based work.
The Role
As a Founding Investigator, you will:
Conduct original investigations into matters of public interest
Develop investigative leads from documents, records, data, and first-hand sources
Assess competing claims and determine what can be substantiated
Verify sources, authenticate materials, and evaluate evidentiary reliability
Work closely with editors to translate complex findings into transparent, accurate reporting
Contribute to both long-term investigations and rapid-response reporting
Maintain strict standards of discretion, accuracy, and professional integrity
Who You Are
Required Experience
Professional investigative experience in one or more of the following:
Law enforcement or detective work
Intelligence analysis or national security roles
Prosecutorial or legal investigative work
Regulatory, oversight, or compliance investigations
Cross-border or EU-level investigative bodies
Core Competencies
Strong judgment in weighing evidence and assessing credibility
Experience working with incomplete or conflicting information
Comfort handling sensitive material responsibly
Clear, disciplined written communication
High tolerance for scrutiny and fact-checking
Commitment to neutrality and intellectual honesty
A traditional journalism background is not required — investigative discipline and analytical rigour matter more than newsroom tenure.
What This Role Is Not
Not advocacy
Not opinion writing
Not political messaging
Not commentary or punditry
This is investigative work grounded in verification and evidence.
Compensation & Structure
Compensation: $60,000–$180,000 annually, depending on seniority
Fully remote, with flexible scheduling
Robust editorial support and resources for sustained investigations
Founding role with influence over investigative standards and practices
To Apply: Please submit your CV and one exemplary piece of work you would be willing to stake your professional reputation on.
Apply To This Job
Objection is building the truth infrastructure for the next century: fast, adversarial, AI-native adjudication at civilisational scale.
Our investigative division operates as an elite, independent investigative operation within Objection — dedicated to meticulous verification, transparent methodology, and accountability to facts, particularly where claims are contested, evidence is fragmented, or public narratives conflict.
We operate with full editorial independence and are supported by experienced media investors who understand that serious investigative work requires time, discipline, and institutional support.
The Opportunity
We are seeking experienced investigators with backgrounds in law enforcement, judicial, policing, intelligence, prosecution, or comparable investigative roles to join our team across the UK and Europe.
This role is suited for professionals accustomed to:
Working cases with conflicting accounts
Evaluating credibility under conditions of uncertainty
Handling sensitive or high-stakes information
Building conclusions from primary evidence rather than secondary reporting
As a founding investigator, you will help define how Objection conducts investigations and earns public trust through disciplined, evidence-based work.
The Role
As a Founding Investigator, you will:
Conduct original investigations into matters of public interest
Develop investigative leads from documents, records, data, and first-hand sources
Assess competing claims and determine what can be substantiated
Verify sources, authenticate materials, and evaluate evidentiary reliability
Work closely with editors to translate complex findings into transparent, accurate reporting
Contribute to both long-term investigations and rapid-response reporting
Maintain strict standards of discretion, accuracy, and professional integrity
Who You Are
Required Experience
Professional investigative experience in one or more of the following:
Law enforcement or detective work
Intelligence analysis or national security roles
Prosecutorial or legal investigative work
Regulatory, oversight, or compliance investigations
Cross-border or EU-level investigative bodies
Core Competencies
Strong judgment in weighing evidence and assessing credibility
Experience working with incomplete or conflicting information
Comfort handling sensitive material responsibly
Clear, disciplined written communication
High tolerance for scrutiny and fact-checking
Commitment to neutrality and intellectual honesty
A traditional journalism background is not required — investigative discipline and analytical rigour matter more than newsroom tenure.
What This Role Is Not
Not advocacy
Not opinion writing
Not political messaging
Not commentary or punditry
This is investigative work grounded in verification and evidence.
Compensation & Structure
Compensation: $60,000–$180,000 annually, depending on seniority
Fully remote, with flexible scheduling
Robust editorial support and resources for sustained investigations
Founding role with influence over investigative standards and practices
To Apply: Please submit your CV and one exemplary piece of work you would be willing to stake your professional reputation on.
Apply To This Job