Legal jobs in United Arab Emirates

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.