We are partnering with a leading international organisation to appoint an Investigation Lead within its Ethics & Compliance function. This is a high-impact role responsible for leading complex, sensitive investigations across multiple jurisdictions.
The Investigations Lead will take ownership of end-to-end internal investigations into a range of integrity and compliance matters, working closely with senior stakeholders across legal, HR, audit and business teams.
Key areas include:
* Code of Conduct breaches
* Anti-bribery & corruption
* Fraud and financial misconduct
* Competition / antitrust concerns
* Whistleblowing and retaliation cases
Ensuring investigations are conducted independently, fairly and in line with best practice, while producing clear findings and driving appropriate outcomes.
Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage complex investigations from scoping through to resolution
* Conduct interviews, review evidence and provide robust analysis
* Prepare clear reports with findings, risk assessments and recommendations
* Escalate key issues to senior leadership where appropriate
* Support remediation actions including disciplinary processes and control improvements
* Provide expert advice on investigation strategy and risk mitigation
* Contribute to strengthening global investigation frameworks and processes
The successful applicant must have:
* 5–8 years’ experience in investigations, compliance, legal, audit or similar
* Strong track record of handling complex, sensitive cases
* Experience in areas such as anti-corruption, competition law or whistleblowing
* Excellent interviewing, analytical and reporting skills
* Confident stakeholder manager with sound judgement and discretion
* Experience in a multinational or cross-border environment preferred