(associate) Director, Ethics and Compliance Internal Investigations, China

Eli Lilly Eli Lilly · Pharma · Shang Hai-上海, China

This role is for a Director of Ethics and Compliance Internal Investigations in China, responsible for leading complex compliance investigations within the pharmaceutical industry. It requires experience in legal, compliance, or regulatory environments, with a strong emphasis on analytical skills, judgment, and discretion. The role involves developing investigation strategies, analyzing evidence, preparing reports, and collaborating with various departments.

What you'd actually do

  1. Lead and manage complex investigations into potential violations of company policies
  2. Develop and execute strategy for investigative plans, including conducting interviews, collecting and analyzing evidence
  3. Prepare detailed investigation reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations for corrective actions
  4. Lead the presentation of investigations outcomes to senior management and actively guide the implementation of recommended solutions and corrective actions
  5. Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, HR, and other departments to support compliance efforts

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
  • Law degree, Certified Fraud Examiner, Internal Audit or other equivalent experience required
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience conducting complex investigations in a legal, compliance, or regulatory environment
  • Ability to travel domestically, as required
  • English language professional proficiency (oral and written)

Nice to have

  • 5+ years of experience working in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry or a similarly highly regulated industry
  • Experience conducting complex investigations in China
  • Experience with GRC tools or other similar technology platforms
  • Exceptional analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to handle multiple investigations simultaneously
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
  • Proven track record of handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and maintaining composure under pressure.
  • High ethical standards and integrity

What the JD emphasized

  • conducting complex investigations
  • highly regulated industry
  • conducting complex investigations in China
  • handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion