Executive Director - Corporate Investigations

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island seeks an Executive Director of Corporate Investigations to enhance security and compliance initiatives. The role involves leading investigations, formulating strategic objectives, and ensuring regulatory compliance, requiring substantial experience in leadership and corporate investigations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience as an investigator.
• 3 years’ experience as a director.
• Leadership experience in corporate investigations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the investigative unit and adjust size based on business demands.
• Develop investigative strategies and reporting protocols.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Decision-making

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related fields

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power Point

Job description

Job Purpose

The Executive Director of Corporate Investigations is accountable for developing, leading and regularly improving a comprehensive and compliant security administration program for Wynn Al Marjan Island (WAMI) in close coordination with internal and external partners.

Essential Duties

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.
• Design and implement supporting forms using modern methods to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Create manpower and equipment schedules that optimize performance and resource allocation.
• Develop code-compliant business proposals aligned with best practices and organizational goals.
• 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.
• Maintain an awareness of applicable regulation and ensure compliance.
  
  

Corporate Investigations

• Direct the investigative unit and adjust the department size as dictated by business demands.
• 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.
• Coordinate applicant background screening and vendor clearance.
• Conduct follow-up investigations on daily events reported to Security.
• Collaborate with Legal for complex legal issues arising during investigations.
• Work with Human Resources to investigate FMLA abuse and employee misconduct.
• Work on case investigations predicated on security incidents.
• Assisting in other duties assigned by management team including sensitive investigations.
• Work in undercover operations, as necessary.
• Adhere to established and evolving standards for detailed, auditable and required documentation.
• Ensure all laws and regulations regarding investigation procedures are conveyed and updated to security personnel in a timely manner.
• Track and analyze 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).
• Deliver monthly and quarterly reports to the Vice President.
• Actively contribute to department’s education, awareness, and training program.
  
  

Education

• Required: Bachelor's degree in related fields.
• Preferred: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Preferred: Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
  
  

Experience

• Required: Minimum 8 years’ federal, state, city, or county experience as an investigator.
• Required: Minimum 3 years’ experience as a director.
• Preferred: Minimum 5 years’ leadership experience in corporate investigations.
• Preferred: Past work experience in the United Arab Emirates.
  
  

Skills / Knowledge

• 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.