Global Head of Investigations and Data Insights

Job description

Job Title: Global Head of Investigations and Data Insights  

Location: 100VE

 
JOB PURPOSE  

At Unilever, our commitment to “Value with Values” requires ongoing efforts to embed a culture of integrity across our entire operational footprint. This implies significant efforts to prevent, detect and if necessary, investigate potential concerns relating to our Code of Business Principles and Code Policies (the Code), and to hold individuals accountable where appropriate.  Unilever sets similarly high standards in selecting suppliers and business partners.

As the Global Head of Business Integrity Investigations and Data Insights, you will assume a critical leadership position, responsible for driving data-driven monitoring and insights, overseeing comprehensive investigations, and ensuring business integrity on a global scale. Your role will involve leading a team of data scientists, conducting in-depth investigations, and leveraging data-driven insights to inform decision-making, identify risks, and uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct. This senior-level position combines and requires exceptional expertise in business integrity, data analysis, investigations, and strategic leadership to drive proactive risk mitigation efforts and maintain a culture of ethical excellence.

The person is expected to liaise on a daily basis with other subject matter experts, business leaders, third parties, external advisors, as well as to collaborate in the external reporting of the status of our programme.  

The Global Head is an important member of the global Business Integrity function and of the global Legal team.  The person will report to the Group’s Chief Counsel – Ethics & Compliance who is based in London. 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

Business Integrity Data Insights Leadership:

·  Lead and manage a global team of data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in leveraging data insights for business integrity purposes.
·  Develop and implement data analysis strategies, utilizing advanced techniques to extract meaningful insights, identify key trends, and assess business integrity risks.
·  Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define data requirements, establish relevant key compliance indicators (KCIs), and deliver impactful reports, dashboards, and visualizations.

Global Investigations:

·  Develop central resources, increase capabilities of investigators and streamline forensic systems and resources.
·  Oversee triaging and and conduct comprehensive key investigations into potential misconduct, fraud, or unethical behavior, ensuring adherence to global legal and regulatory requirements.
·  Prepare detailed investigation reports, including findings, recommendations, and preventive measures, and present them to senior management and key stakeholders.
·  Own the case management system operated by an external provider.

Stakeholder Engagement:

·  Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing expert insights, recommendations, and guidance on business integrity matters, risk mitigation, and ethical decision-making on a global scale.
·  Foster effective collaboration and communication with internal stakeholders, including legal, HR, and other relevant departments, to address and resolve business integrity concerns promptly and effectively.
·  Represent the organization externally, sharing thought leadership and best practices at global industry conferences and events.

ALL ABOUT YOU  

·  Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Advanced degree preferred.
·  Extensive experience in leading business integrity initiatives, conducting complex investigations, and leveraging data insights for risk mitigation.
·  Proven ability to lead and manage global teams of data scientists, overseeing data analysis strategies and driving the use of insights for business integrity purposes.
·  Strong understanding of business integrity principles, compliance frameworks, and global regulatory requirements.
·  Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a keen eye for detail.
·  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders.
·  Demonstrated strategic leadership acumen, including the ability to drive collaboration, build strong relationships, and navigate global complexities.
·  Professional certifications in investigations, data analysis, or related areas (e.g., CFE, CCEP, or equivalent) are highly desirable.
·  Demonstrated experience in similar role in multinational corporation(s) or professional firms.
·  Strong integrity reputation
·  Focus on internal customers’ needs, ability to provide practical recommendations and solutions
·  Solid influencing and interpersonal skills in matrix organization
·  Good problem-solving skills, resilience, and logical thinking, ability to evaluate and simplify complex issues
·  Ability to exercise good and independent judgment
·  Managerial courage – ability to raise potentially sensitive and tense issues when needed to all levels of managers
·  Fluent in English with excellent verbal and written communications skills, ability to communicate to all levels in the company.

NOTES

About Unilever  

Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of Food, Home and Personal Care products with sales in over 190 countries and reaching 2 billion consumers a day. Unilever has more than 400 brands found in homes around the world, including Dove, Tresemme, Lynx, Lifebuoy, Shea Moisture, Persil, Domestos, Ben & Jerry’s, Magnum, Marmite, The Vegetarian Butcher, Graze and Pot Noodle.

Faced with the challenge of climate change and the need for human development, we want to move towards a world where everyone can live well and within the natural limits of the planet. That’s why our purpose is ‘to make sustainable living commonplace’  

Location    

In September 2020, Unilever announced the intention to build a new sustainable campus site in Kingston, London to house the employees who currently work in 100 Victoria Embankment in Blackfriars, Lever House in Kingston and Graze in Richmond. We are creating our own Unilever sustainable, agile work environment, purposefully bringing us together in our own Unilever ecosystem. The campus is due to be completed in early 2025 and will consist of two interconnected buildings, as well as landscaped surrounding areas.  

What We Offer  

Not only do we offer a competitive salary and pension scheme, we also offer an annual bonus, subsidised gym membership, a discounted staff shop and shares. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with our renowned and exciting brands in a flexible and hybrid working environment.

Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We are a key advocate of wellbeing and offer a variety of support for our people including hubs, programmes and development opportunities. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all. 

Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together for better business performance. We want to push boundaries, and have the flexibility needed to keep adapting in an ever-changing, more dynamic world. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. 

As part of your hiring journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments, to improve your recruitment experience.

To find out more, including more information about our Employee Resource Groups, please click here .

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How is Unilever tackling this?  

Many of Unilever’s recruitment sites publish a warning to candidates about recruitment fraud. The Cyber Security team also proactively scan for signs of people setting up fake Unilever sites and act to close them down. 

What can I do?  

If you become aware of potential recruitment fraud, spot fake Unilever recruitment adverts or fake LinkedIn profiles, report them via Una Live Chat. 

Unilever does not accept responsibility or liability for any candidates who are financially impacted by recruitment fraud. Your vigilance is key!