Global Fraud Investigation (Travelled Globally) | Global Internal Auditor | Footwear MNC | Gurgaon

Purpose of the Role [ Someone from Global Retail / Footwear Domain who travelled Internationally to solve Fraud / Whistleblowing Investigation and not remote operations ]

The role will be responsible for leading and supporting fraud, misconduct, and whistleblowing investigations across the group's various Geographies independently solving the cases]

The position will be part of the Global Internal Audit team and will work closely with Compliance and HR. A high level of international travel is expected, as the role will support critical investigations across Bata's global operations.

For this position, the CFE qualification is a positive element, but it is not the only criteria. The key requirement is proven experience in independently leading complex investigations, conducting interviews, managing sensitive cases, assessing evidence, and preparing investigation reports for senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead investigations related to fraud, whistleblowing, misconduct, conflicts of interest, corruption, and violations of company policies.
• Conduct interviews, review documentation, analyse data, and collect evidence.
• Prepare investigation reports and present findings and recommendations to management and governance bodies.
• Support the assessment of fraud risks and identify control weaknesses and root causes.
• Recommend corrective actions and monitor their implementation.
• Coordinate investigation activities with Compliance and HR, and external specialists where required.
• Support the continuous improvement of the Global Footwear company's multiple Geographies fraud risk management, whistleblowing, and investigation framework.

Requirements

• Minimum 12 years of experience in Global Forensic Investigations, Global Internal Audit, Compliance, Fraud Risk Management, or related areas.
• Proven experience managing fraud, misconduct, and whistleblowing investigations independently.
• Strong analytical, interviewing, investigation, and report-writing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism.
• Experience working in international and multicultural environments.
• Willingness to travel internationally on a frequent basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or equivalent certification.
• Experience in Global Retail / Global Footwear domain is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of anti-fraud, anti-corruption, ethics, and whistleblowing frameworks.
• Experience coordinating with external counsel, forensic specialists, and regulatory authorities.

Reporting Line: Reports to the Global Internal Audit Head and works closely with Global Compliance on investigation-related matters.

Location : Flexible. The role requires extensive International travelling to multiple Geographies.

If this sounds good and if you feel this role perfectly aligns with your current role then please send me an acknowledgement on the same , you can also share your updated CV so that I can take it forward to the next level . Looking forward to your response.