Lead Investigator

latform in a complete and confidential manner.

• Develop and execute investigation plans to ensure consistent, thorough, and standardized investigations.

• Conduct effective interviews and correspond with relevant internal and external parties.

• Maintain independence and objectivity while balancing organizational and employee perspectives.

Ethics, Compliance & Regulatory Adherence

• Investigate matters related to fraud, bribery, corruption, FCPA, and other ethics and compliance issues.

• Support investigations involving Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) cases, including working with Internal Committees.

• Ensure regulatory, legal, and compliance requirements are met throughout the investigation lifecycle.

• Apply advanced knowledge of business ethics policies, HR practices, and compliance standards to determine appropriate courses of action.

• Support post-investigation cause analysis, triage, and hand-offs to relevant functions.

Analysis, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Prepare detailed investigation reports, summaries, and recommendations for leadership.

• Interpret investigation data and trends; collaborate with HR, Legal, and other stakeholders to recommend corrective and preventive actions.

• Manage and drive improvements to enhance the effectiveness, integrity, and maturity of the investigations process.

• Perform second-level quality reviews of investigation cases and ensure adherence to best practices.

Collaboration, Leadership & Capability Building

• Partner with Investigations leadership to execute strategic initiatives toward a world-class investigations organization.

• Act as a subject matter expert in investigative processes, procedures, and best practices.

• Mentor and support Investigators and Senior Investigators; serve as a thought partner on complex cases.

• Deliver training, communications, and forums to build investigation capability and awareness across the organization.

• Participate in special projects and assist Investigation Directors with operational assignments as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree required in Human Resources, Business, Criminal Justice, or a related field.

• Master's degree preferred, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.

• Yellow Belt certification preferred.

Licenses / Certifications

• This position may require licensing for compliance with export control or sanctions regulations.

Competencies

• Conducting an Investigation: Applies sound judgment, investigation tools, and interpersonal skills to resolve violations while promoting Cummins values.

• Employee Relations: Builds constructive relationships, manages conflict effectively, and applies employment and labor law knowledge.

• Cultural Agility: Adapts effectively across cultures and demonstrates commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Ethics & Compliance Expertise: Deep understanding of ethics policies, regulatory frameworks, and compliance practices.

• Data Analytics: Interprets qualitative and quantitative data to identify trends and support data-driven decisions.

• Communicates Effectively: Clearly articulates findings and recommendations verbally and in writing.

• Facilitation & Training Delivery: Engages diverse audiences to build understanding and investigative capability.

• Courage: Addresses difficult and sensitive issues with professionalism and integrity.

• Instills Trust: Builds confidence through honesty, confidentiality, and objectivity.

• Manages Complexity: Effectively navigates complex, high-volume, and sensitive information.

• Situational Adaptability: Adjusts approach to meet evolving investigation and stakeholder needs.

• Self-Development: Continuously seeks opportunities to grow investigative expertise.

• Values Differences: Recognizes and respects diverse perspectives and cultural backgrounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Overall 10 yrs of experince and minimum 5 plus; years of experience in investigations, employee relations, internal audit, or internal controls (preferred).

• Demonstrated experience in fraud, bribery, and corruption investigations.

• Experience handling POSH cases and working with Internal Committee processes.

• Exposure to digital forensic evidence and global privacy considerations.

• English language proficiency required; additional languages may be required based on role location.

• The role is responsible for conducting investigations in India and other regions as required.

• Demonstrable workplace investigations experience is a key requirement

• Ability to collaborate with key stakeholders within the regions and to function as a key member of the global investigations team is essential

• This role is Hybrid with a possibility of remote.

Job Ethics and Compliance

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category Off-site Remote

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID 2423377

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No