Assistant Director - Investigations

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Dubai; On-site; AED 446,000 - 781,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

Generous leave policy

Incentive programs

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island is seeking a senior professional to lead corporate investigations and security operations in the UAE. You will develop investigative frameworks, manage case timelines, and ensure compliance with laws and company policies, while coordinating with Legal, HR, and executives.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in investigations, 3+ years in senior management, and UAE experience. Strong leadership, communication, and project-management skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related fields is required.
• CFE certification is preferred.
• PCI certification is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ federal, state, city, or county experience as an investigator.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a senior manager or above.
• Preferred: UAE work experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop investigative strategies, timelines, and reporting protocols.
• Review and improve internal investigation procedures and guidelines.
• Gather intelligence from internal or external sources.
• Prepare daily intelligence reports for significant events.
• Ensure investigations comply with laws, regulations, and policies.
• Conduct follow-up investigations on daily security events.
• Collaborate with Legal on complex issues.
• Lead investigations on cases and supervise investigators.
• Prepare comprehensive investigative reports and present findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Project management

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related fields

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Database programs

Job description

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION

About Wynn Al Marjan Island:

On schedule to open in the United Arab Emirates in 2027, Wynn Al Marjan Island has been created as an opulent and entertaining beachside destination for discerning guests to play and relax. Located less than 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport, this integrated resort offering 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants and lounges, a theatre, nightclub, and five-star spa is currently under construction on a picturesque island that gracefully curves into the Arabian Gulf.

About The Position:

The primary duties and responsibilities of this role are:

Operations Leadership

• Effectively exercise independent decision making, as a subject matter expert under stress.
• Conduct benchmark studies to identify / adopt best practices for operational units under mandate.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of local regulations to ensure full operational compliance.
• Perform regular reviews of existing practices and conditions, identifying gaps against best practices.
• Research and recommend new technologies and systems to improve operational efficiency.
• Develop comprehensive policies and procedures for operations, and implementation processes.
• Establish strategic objectives and supporting key performance indicators for operations team.
• Create manpower and equipment schedules that optimize performance and resource allocation.
• Prepare budget forecasts to support business proposals and operational planning.
• Submit purchase orders for necessary equipment, ensuring alignment with budget.
• Maintain strong relationships with government emergency services and regulatory authorities.

Corporate Investigations

• Develop investigative strategies, timelines, and reporting protocols.
• Review and recommend improvements to internal investigation procedures and guidelines.
• Gather intelligence from internal/external sources.
• Compose daily intelligence reports for significant local, regional, national, and international events.
• Ensure investigations adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Conduct follow-up investigations on daily events reported to Security.
• Collaborate with Legal for complex legal issues arising during investigations.
• Work on case investigations predicated on security incidents.
• Assisting in other duties assigned by management team including sensitive investigations.
• Ensure all laws and regulations regarding investigation procedures are conveyed and updated to security personnel in a timely manner.
• Track and analyse trends, diagnose root causes, and develop recommendations for corrective strategies.
• Assign and oversee Investigators on complex cases.
• Conduct high-profile or sensitive investigations independently.
• Prepare comprehensive investigative reports detailing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Present findings to relevant Stakeholders (Senior Management, Legal Counsel, and Human Resources).

About You:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in related fields.
• Preferred: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Preferred: Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
• Required: Minimum 5 years’ federal, state, city, or county experience as an investigator.
• Required: Minimum 3 years’ experience as a senior manager or above.
• Preferred: Minimum 5 years’ leadership experience in corporate investigations.
• Preferred: Past work experience in the United Arab Emirates.
• Strong leadership, effective management and good communication skills.
• Self-starter possessing strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be confident interacting with executive leaders.
• Strong program and project management skills.
• Detailed oriented and ability to deliver quality products on schedule.
• Strong presenter and public speaker.
• High proficiency with Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, Power Point, and database programs.
• Able to work on shifts and be flexible regarding work schedules according to business demand.

About Wynn Al Marjan Island’s Benefits:

We offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package, incentive programs, and other colleague benefits. The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicant s seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.