PICA – Interview with Oliver Lawrence

Watch Now: CEO of PICA Gregory Lamey Talks with International Investigator Oliver Lawrence

In this interview, Gregory Lamey speaks with internationally recognised investigator Oliver Lawrence about the realities of working in the investigative field. Oliver shares his perspective on the common stereotype of a private investigator and explains how different the real work is compared to what most people imagine.

A former police officer, Oliver discusses the wide range of cases he has handled throughout his career. He has worked as an investigator for the RSPCA and for the Australian Border Force as an internal investigator. He explains that strong communication skills sit at the heart of every successful investigation, no matter the case type.

Oliver also reflects on his first PI job, a simple supermarket slip and fall matter, and how his career has taken him around the world since then. One of his most notable achievements includes leading a team of investigators who helped save an Australian man on death row in Singapore. Their work uncovered the evidence required to overturn his conviction.

Today, Oliver oversees the daily operations of the London, European and Australian offices for I On Asia, an investigations and security risk management agency headquartered in Hong Kong with offices in London and New York.

Oliver was awarded the UK Investigator of the Year in 2019.

This interview is a compelling look at how far a career in investigations can take you and why the profession continues to attract people who want meaningful and challenging work.