The mission of the Global Investigations Team is to protect and support Target Corporation through professional investigations of integrity issues and other corporate risks. The Lead Global Investigator (LGI), Global Investigations will support the development and execution of the global investigations function internationally. The LGI will work with a variety of Minneapolis HQ and international teams to conduct and coordinate investigations, while also advising corporate leaders to drive ethical behavior, assess enterprise risks, evaluate controls, and advance Target’s reputation. This position reports to Director, Global Investigations (based at Target’s Headquarters in Minneapolis, MN)

Roles and Responsibilities

Investigations of Target Team Members and Third-Parties

Investigate allegations of misconduct brought against Target team members, vendors, factories and other third-parties, which may include:

• Review and assess initial allegations and complaints to determine if sufficient predication exists to initiate an investigation
• Determine appropriate investigative scope and objectives, and formulate a comprehensive and efficient investigation plan
• Execute various data and information gathering techniques, including query and analysis of company records, Target’s systems, and internal company communication
• Conduct in-person and telephonic interviews of reporting parties, victims, witnesses and subjects, including field interviews (factories and vendors)
• Analyzing investigative evidence and findings to determine if an allegation has been substantiated
• Hold highly confidential and sensitive information in confidence
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Obtain evidence (information, statements, and records) in various locations including domestic and international offices, factories, and other third-party facilities
• Capture critical moments, evidence and forensic reviews within a comprehensive report that is actionable and conveys the full investigative contribution
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Communicate investigative results effectively to enable business partners to make informed and responsible decisions for Target and its guests
• Educate business units on risks that impact or have the potential to impact their organization

• Demonstrate the highest level of integrity and ethics
• Maintain close working relationships with partners that are critical for successful investigations and remediation efforts (Ethics, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Target Sourcing Services and Corporate Security)


Requirements

• 3-4 year University degree or equivalent
• 10+ years of experience conducting investigations in the private and/or public sector
• Proven ability to conduct successful investigative interviews, while maintaining an atmosphere of respect, empathy, objectivity, and trust
• Ability to query and analyze data to identify potential fraud and misconduct
• Experience in one or more of the following; audit, compliance, risk assessment, forensic accounting
• Excellent communication skills in English and Mandarin Chinese
• Ability to translate both conversations and documentation between English and Mandarin
• Ability to speak and present clearly in both formal and informal settings to an audience of various levels of leadership and expertise
• Ability to travel locally and internationally, including factory visits
• Ability to network and build trusting relationships with Target leaders, team members, external partners, and other third-parties
• Ability to think strategically and conceptually
• Results-oriented, self-motivated, dedicated, enthusiastic and energetic
• Knowledge of US retail industry and global economics

Benefits

Eligible team members will receive one of the best earnings packages anywhere, including competitive pay, all-around insurance coverage, training and development and many other perks and benefits. Target is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Interested parties please apply with detailed resume, last salary and expected salary. For more company information, please feel free to visit: www.target.com

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