Manager of Investigations

The Opportunity: 

Mattels Ethics & Compliance team is seeking a Manager Investigations to conduct  Compliance investigations across the U.S. We are looking for an experienced investigator who can ensure that all matters are investigated timely thoroughly objectively and that we are operating consistently across the organization. This individual will partner with People & Culture Business Partners Employment Law Security IT Internal Audit and other cross-functional stakeholders

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Conduct thorough timely and objective investigations in response to employee concerns including harassment discrimination retaliation and other violations of rules regulations and Mattel policy adhering to Compliance best practices.
• Partner with People & Culture Business Partners business leaders legal counsel and other cross-functional stakeholders as necessary to reach an effective resolution to employee matters.
• Use sound judgement to produce clear concise and fact-based investigation notes and memos.
• Maintain confidentiality and apply sound judgment in all employee matters.
• Influence positive outcomes that support culture and compliance objectives.
• Lead formal reviews and report outs on investigations presenting findings and proposed resolutions to Employment Law People & Culture Business Partners business leaders and relevant employees.
• Ability to work autonomously and proactively in a high volume fast-paced dynamic environment with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ensure that all matters are entered and updated in Mattels centralized case management system.
• Participate in quarterly calls with external auditors to review investigatory matters and processes.
• Partner with People & Culture Business Partners on the creation and delivery of requested trainings.
• Partner with Compliance colleagues to identify and drive improvements within the investigative process and proactively identify opportunities for additional risk controls education and/or refined guidelines.
• Partner with Sr. Director Global Investigations & Employee Relations and local People & Culture Business Partners on regional investigations as requested.

Qualifications :

What Were Looking For:

• Bachelors degree preferred you must have a minimum of 5-7 years experience conducting end to end investigations into complex employee matters.
• Excellent planning organization and time management skills attention to detail ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced time-sensitive environment.
• Experience managing difficult conversations interactions and interviews.
• Ability to quickly establish trust and interact with employees at all levels.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong partnerships with cross-functional stakeholders operating across the organization and at all levels.
• Strong analytical problem solving and collaboration skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge and practical application of federal state and local employment law and regulations.
• Preferred written and oral proficiency in Spanish.
• Experience using Navex.
• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning embracing challenges and improving themselves.

*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range however base pay will be determined based on a candidates work location skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs comprehensive benefits and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential. 

Additional Information :

Dont meet every single requirement At Mattel we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattels Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company our employees and our culture. Also interested in signing up for job alerts Do so here!

How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands including Barbie Hot Wheels Fisher-Price American Girl Thomas & Friends UNO Masters of the Universe Matchbox Monster High MEGA and Polly Pocket as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys content consumer products digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the worlds leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945 Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattels award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes Fast Company Newsweek Great Place to Work TIME and more.

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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time