Special Investigator in Dearborn MI

Summary

Special Investigator

Ford Motor Company Posted on 2022-11-18

Salary	Not mentioned
Location	Dearborn, MI
Type	Full-time

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Job Description

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrow’s transportation.

The Special Investigator has responsibility for internal investigations in the US and Canada and supports investigations in other regions as requested. This role is part of the global Compliance, Ethics, and Integrity Office Special Investigation (SI) team with responsibility to conduct investigations of allegation(s) of violations of law and company policies, as well as unethical behavior. This position requires an individual with the highest integrity who can work independently to conduct investigations and mitigate risk to the Company. The SI team investigates issues throughout the Company, which provides this position insight into all aspects of the business.

The minimum requirements we seek:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 10+ years of investigation experience in consulting, audit, finance, or compliance.
• 3+ years of investigation experience in the automotive, OEM supplier, or transportation manufacturing industry.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is required.

Our preferred requirements:

• Experience investigating a broad range of fraud allegations relating to purchasing, suppliers, accounting, conflict of interest, intellectual property, financial statements, and corporate policy violations.
• 3+ years experience managing cross-functional investigations and managing an investigations portfolio.
• Certified Fraud Examiner, ACFE, or Certified Internal Auditor, IIA.
• Proficient in using e-discovery and investigations software, preferably Relativity.
• Proficient in using case management software, preferably Archer.
• Experience at a multi-national corporation and working with a global team.
• Experience analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.
• Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization as well as external parties.
• Understanding the various compliance, legal, and regulatory issues that could affect an organization and connection to the compliance and legal community.
• Experience evaluating information to determine compliance with company policies and procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Experience with project management (planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of a specific project goals and objectives).
• High integrity.
• Self-starter.
• Curiosity, patience, and emotional resilience with outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, thoroughness, objectivity, and precision as reflected in research and reporting.
• Strong work ethic and high level of professionalism.
• Willingness to embrace change.
• Ability to learn and comprehend quickly.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and succinctly summarize large volumes data and other information.
• Ability to ensure confidentiality in investigative matter.

What you’ll receive in return:
As part of the Ford family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

For information on Ford »s salary and benefits, please visit:
2022 New Hire Benefits Summary

At Ford, the health and safety of our employees is our top priority. Vaccination has been proven to play a critical role in combatting COVID-19. As a result, Ford has made the decision to require U.S. salaried employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless employees require an accommodation for religious or medical reasons. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or an approved medical or religious exemption.

What you’ll be able to do:

• Assess allegations and properly scope and conduct investigations independently or as a team.
• Utilize and develop professional experience and knowledge of the appropriate, tailored investigation procedures, including investigative interviews and communication with complainants.
• Utilize and develop strong organization skills including the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize changing workloads.
• Routinely engage with Company leadership and cross functional teams. Must be able to effectively deliver difficult or unpopular messages with diplomatic, solution-oriented approach.
• Collaborate with SI management to develop investigation strategy and workplan to ensure that investigations are completed timely.
• Provide timely and well synthesized investigation reporting and updates to management.
• Proficiently perform email review and other data analysis of collected information when necessary. Familiarity with Relativity is a plus.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders including the Office of General Counsel, People Matters, General Auditor’s Office, Internal Control, and others during the investigation and remediation phases.
• Support remediation both internally and externally as needed.
• Provide accurate and timely updates in case reporting system (RSA Archer GRC).

Company description:

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan. The company designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of Ford trucks, utility vehicles, and cars – increasingly including electrified versions – and Lincoln luxury vehicles; provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company; and is pursuing leadership positions in electrification; mobility solutions, including self-driving services; and connected vehicle services. Ford employs approximately 186,000 people worldwide.