Compliance Investigator

Compliance Investigator Company: Joysonsafety Job Function: SG&A Job Type: Location: Auburn Hills, US Requisition ID: 3030 Together We Saves Lives by Innovation! The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems! We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety‑critical systems and components for automotive and non‑automotive markets. We are dedicated to delivering life‑saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide. Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries. Our team is passionate about the automotive industry, dedicated to delivering quality and innovation for the future. We support lifelong learning and offer resources that help our team members establish a strong, solid foundation. We aim to promote from within, providing excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our talented team is hardworking and dedicated to keeping people safe. We foster a collaborative, open culture; as a global business, we encourage our team members to communicate and collaborate with colleagues worldwide. As our operations continue to grow, we are always seeking top talent to join our winning team. Position Purpose The Global Compliance Investigator ( CI ) shall lead, coordinate and execute compliance investigations across multiple countries and jurisdictions collaborating with regional and local resources, and contribute to global investigation standards, tools, and training. The CI reports directly to the Chief Compliance Officer ( CCO ) and shall be located in Auburn Hills, Michigan. Key Areas of Responsibility and Roles Lead & Execute Investigations Manage, independently conduct and support investigations of actual or potential violations of JSS’s Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, company policies and procedures, and laws and regulations (“ compliance investigations ”) across the company in collaboration with the Regional Compliance Officers ( RCOs ), the regional and local compliance teams and others Develop investigation plans, conduct interviews, coordinate collection and review of data and produce investigation reports Identify root causes, recommend corrective actions, and collaborate with relevant business process owners to define and implement recurrence prevention measures Monitor effective implementation of corrective actions to ensure sustained resolution and process improvement Ensure that all compliance reports are properly logged into the company’s global case management system Investigation Quality Assurance Implement and enhance strategies and controls to assure investigation quality, efficiency and speed across the company Continuously evaluate and refine investigation processes to improve lead time and ensure outcomes effectively addressing underlying risks and issues, including the continued improvement of the company’s Compliance Investigations Manual, policies and templates Identify and elevate any detected control deficiencies Provide investigation training, share best practices and lessons learned Provide support and guidance to investigation staff as applicable Collect, compile, analyze, interpret, and present information and statistical data related to compliance investigations Reporting Administer the Company’s global whistleblower hotline and the global case management system Prepare investigation reports and briefings for the CCO, RCOs and senior leadership of the company Compliance Risk Assessment Support the periodic compliance risk assessments and the implementation of controls to mitigate identified risks Support the implementation of the annual compliance program self‑assessment General Participate in any training that is designated as mandatory for the employee in the form and at the time determined by the company and any post‑training assessment relating to such training Participate in the annual or other regular staff dialogue(s) conducted by the company Perform other duties as assigned by the CCO Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge Education and qualifications Degree in law, accounting, or related field Experience Minimum seven (7) years equivalent experience in leading or conducting investigations Demonstrated expertise handling complex, sensitive, multi‑jurisdictional cases Previous experience in an investigator role in an audit firm and large corporation preferred Strong technical proficiency in forensic data analysis Automotive industry experience as a plus Professional skills and knowledge Fluent in English (both oral and written) Spanish, Portuguese or another language as a plus Profound drafting and presentation skills Proficiency with data management systems and, preferably, AI tools Required Skills and Personal Characteristics Key success factors Good communication skills (oral and written) Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize workload; handle multiple tasks at the same time; and to drive investigative work without formal authority Self‑motivated, dedicated team player with the ability to work successfully in different cultures and jurisdictions and across different time zones Willingness to travel globally Integrity and confidentiality; good judgment and decision‑making skills Personality Enthusiastic with strong interpersonal and analytical skills Deep commitment to ethical conduct and professional integrity Positive and polite – non‑emotional approach to problems and calm under pressure Motivated, and interested in Joyson Safety Systems and the automotive industry Willing to learn new things The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate in any employment or employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws. Joyson Safety Systems does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need JSS immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, OPT, etc.) now or in the future. #J-18808-Ljbffr