Senior Internal Investigator

The Position

Global Legal & Compliance envisions to build up shared service capabilities for certain Legal & Compliance services. A strong focus of such shared services will be on planning and conducting internal investigations on potential misconduct regarding a number of defined Compliance areas (Antibribery/Anticorruption, Antitrust, Antidiscrimination, Conflict of Interest, Data Protection, Healthcare Compliance, and Insider Trading) as well as potential violations of the general level of ethical behavior as defined in BI’s Code of Conduct.

This role will conduct routine and complex in-depth end-to-end investigations of confidential and sensitive nature on potential violations, conduct root-cause analysis, prepare investigative reports and recommend CAPAs (Corrective and Preventive Actions), when applicable.

Responsible for working with the Global Investigations Office (GIO) at Corporate Headquarters to lead and conduct internal investigations and address compliance concerns across all business segments.

In addition to the ongoing investigation service and advice to any R/OPU investigation resource, the purpose of the role is to constantly improve and enhance the methodology how to process internal investigations, calibrate risk profiles, measure case handling and service, enhance know-how management.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Conduct routine and complex internal investigations involving potential misconduct, compliance breaches, or ethical concerns.
• Gather and analyze evidence, perform root-cause analysis, and prepare investigation reports with clear findings and recommendations.
• Recommend and monitor Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) where applicable.
• Partner with Global, Regional, and Local Compliance teams to address compliance matters across business units.
• Ensure investigations are conducted in accordance with internal policies, legal requirements, and established procedures.
• Monitor investigation trends, identify systemic issues, and support risk mitigation initiatives.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of investigation methodologies, case handling metrics, and knowledge management practices.
• Provide guidance and support to investigation resources and stakeholders on investigation-related matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Compliance, Business Administration, Finance, Human Resources, Criminology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Compliance, Ethics & Compliance, Internal Investigations, Audit, Legal, Risk Management, or related areas.
• Fluency in the local language, English, and Portuguese.
• Experience conducting complex investigations involving sensitive and confidential matters.
• Knowledge of Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Antitrust, Data Privacy, Conflict of Interest, and Code of Conduct investigations.
• Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CCEP, CFE, CIA, CAMS) are an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality.
• Excellent interviewing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong report-writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a global and cross-functional environment.
• Fluent English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus.

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry’s top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths – and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after – as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you’ll be helping to transform lives for generations.