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Investigation Counsel
The Legal/Compliance Group has an opening for a Compliance Investigator (Eastern Hemisphere) position, based in Cairo, reporting to the Senior Compliance Investigations Manager (based in Switzerland). The position includes various responsibilities relating to the Investigations function of the Weatherford Legal/Compliance & Investigations group, with particular emphasis on compliance with Weatherford’s (“WFRD”) Code of Business Conduct, Anti-Corruption Standards, and Conflicts of Interest Standards, as well as various anti-corruption laws, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (“FCPA”) and UK Bribery Act.
Responsibilities:
- Independently lead and execute internal investigations, sometimes multi-disciplinary, with focus on matters involving WFRD’s Code of Business Conduct, Anti-Corruption Standards, and Compliance policies
- Coordinate with other functions (Assurance, Human Resources, Health & Safety, Security & Operations) to report findings and recommendations to senior management
- Identify & evaluate WFRD's compliance risk areas and recommend remediation actions to mitigate risk
- Assist the Compliance & Assurance functions on anti-corruption focused country compliance reviews/audits, and on desktop audits of WFRD global business operations
- Prepare investigative reports and financial analyses for presentation to management
- Assist in the identification and remediation of process gaps and non-compliant conduct/behavior (e.g., fraud, financial abuse)
- Design & deliver Investigations training to non-Compliance investigators
- Assist on other Compliance-based ad hoc projects, as and when required
Required:
- Previous experience leading internal investigations and independently managing a related caseload (i.e., Project and case management expertise)
- Demonstrable knowledge of FCPA & UK Bribery Act principles and practices
- Ability to understand, interpret, and apply complex regulations/procedures
- Outstanding research and writing skills
- Advanced attention to detail and the ability to multi-task & manage multiple projects and activities effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills and an ability to work in a team environment
- Exceptionally strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
- Outstanding analytical skills and judgment
- Ability to handle highly sensitive matters with absolute discretion, understanding of privilege issues in the context of internal investigations
- Self-starter; ability to work effectively and proactively with minimal supervision
- Strong time management and prioritization skills
- Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and other relevant database skills
- Experience with EthicsPoint or other similar case intake databases/platforms
- Position may require up to 25% international travel
- Fluent in both English and Arabic written and verbal
- 5 years of Legal, Compliance and/or Investigations experience
- 3+ years of experience supporting and/or leading fraud or anti-corruption-related investigations/inquiries
- Eligible to work in Egypt without a visa
Preferred:
- Previous in-house/corporate Compliance or Legal Experience
- Understanding of basic accounting principles and experience analysing financial statements ( forensic accounting experience)
- Experience working with and/or managing outside counsel/consultants
- Proficiency working with JD Edwards (JDE) and/or SAP
- Experience working in the oil & gas industry
- Experience working with electronic data collection and e-Discovery review tools (e.g., Relativity, Nuix)
- Litigation Experience/Background
- J.D., Legal Degree
- Formal investigative/legal training
- Formal forensic accounting training and experience/proficiency working with JDE and/or SAP
- Certified Fraud Examiner status
- Additional language skills (French, Italian, Spanish, German, Mandarin)
Qualifications:
University degree required (Legal, Finance)
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