Lead Compliance Investigation Manager

Wärtsilä; Helsinki; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

Wärtsilä is seeking a Lead Compliance Investigation Manager to lead ethics investigations and support a speak‑up culture. The role is primarily Helsinki‑based, with possible hybrid arrangements in Finland.

Responsibilities include managing whistleblowing cases, conducting professional interviews, and coordinating with Legal, HR and IT. A law/HR/audit background and strong English/Finnish skills are required.

Qualifications

• Requires a university degree in law, HR, audit, or related field.
• Solid experience in ethics and integrity investigations, forensic reviews, or other sensitive investigations.
• Strong business understanding and ability to identify risks and opportunities for learning.
• Experience with e‑discovery: data collection, analysis, review and reporting.
• Excellent English and Finnish; other languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage whistleblowing channel: case assessments, follow‑up actions, retaliation risk monitoring, closure.
• Lead ethics and integrity investigations from intake to closure.
• Maintain investigation documentation, timelines and reporting.
• Plan and conduct professional interviews with reporters and witnesses.
• Collaborate with Legal, HR, Internal Audit, IT, Cybersecurity and external advisers.
• Produce incident reports and improve investigation methodologies.

Skills

Law degree

Ethics investigations

Forensic reviews

IT tools

English and Finnish

Education

University degree in law, HR, or audit

Tools

MS Office

AI tools

Job description

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians – put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game‑changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and a more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future‑oriented talent – want to join the ride?

We are looking for a Lead Compliance Investigation Manager with a main responsibility of leading ethics and integrity investigations and supporting the development of Wärtsilä’s speak‑up culture. The preferred location for this position is Helsinki, but Vaasa or Turku, Finland can also be considered. We offer the possibility of hybrid work.

Your Role And Responsibilities

Your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Manage the whistleblowing channel, including case assessments, follow‑up actions, retaliation risk monitoring, and case closure
• Lead ethics and integrity investigations from intake and planning through findings, reporting, and closure
• Manage investigation documentation, evidence, timelines, and reporting in a structured and confidential manner
• Plan and conduct professional interviews with reporters, witnesses, and other relevant stakeholders
• Collaborate closely with Legal, HR, Internal Audit, IT, Cybersecurity, business stakeholders, and external advisers
• Produce regular incident reports and contribute to the continuous improvement of investigation methodologies, reporting quality, benchmarking, and the speak‑up framework

To be able to succeed in the position, we expect you to have:

• A relevant university degree in law, HR, audit, or a related field
• Solid experience in ethics and integrity investigations, forensic reviews, or other sensitive investigations
• Strong business understanding and the ability to identify emerging risks and opportunities for organisational learning
• Experience with e‑discovery processes, including data collection, analysis, review, and reporting
• Strong knowledge of IT tools, particularly Microsoft Office applications and AI tools that support efficient ways of working
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Finnish; other language skills are considered an advantage
• Strong interviewing skills and experience conducting high‑profile investigations
• Sound judgement, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially and professionally
• High integrity, independence, and a strong work ethic
• Strong prioritisation and delivery skills in a fast‑paced, multicultural environment

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership, and taking responsibility for our work. We support each other’s growth, and co‑creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have the courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe that by being your own true self, you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

We have an amazing team, and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.

Last application date: 22/10/2026

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job‑relevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings where applicable. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country legislation is followed.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.