Director Investigations & Assistant General Counsel (Hybrid)

At Globe Life we are committed to empowering our employees with the support and opportunities they need to succeed at every stage of their career. We take pride in fostering a caring and innovative culture that enables us to collectively grow and overcome challenges in a connected collaborative and mutually respectful environment that calls us to help Make Tomorrow Better.

Role Overview:

At Globe Life we are committed to empowering our employees with the support and opportunities they need to succeed at every stage of their career. Our thriving and dynamic community offers ample room for professional development increased earning potential and a secure work environment.

Could you be our next Director Investigations & Assistant General Counsel? Globe Life is looking for a Director Investigations & Assistant General Counsel to join the team!

In this role you will be responsible for providing broad oversight of a team of investigators performing end-to-end investigations across the business lines and within the subsidiaries as part of the Company’s focus on its Compliance and Legal Program. The Director of Investigations oversees investigative efforts reviews and approves cases and ensures the delivery of timely and accurate regulatory reporting. The Director of Investigations ensures significant issues and trends are effectively tracked and communicated to management.

This role also works closely with law enforcement regulatory agencies and industry counterparts to proactively share intelligence and best practices. Additional responsibilities for this role include providing leadership direction attracting assessing developing motivating and retaining a successful team. The Director of Investigations ensures consistent quality of activities processes and outputs by reinforcing effective review practices.

This is a hybrid position located in McKinney TX (WFH Monday & Friday In Office Tuesday-Thursday).

 What You Will Do:

• Maintain relationships with government agencies coordinate site visits for regulators and coordinate implementation and compliance with corrective action plans as needed.
• Investigate and manage a wide array of workplace misconduct incidents including harassment discrimination and fraud.
• Highlight priority investigations.
• Escalate investigations to senior management and work with various stakeholders to mitigate risk to the business.
• Identify develop and implement reasonable risk-based internal controls to prevent detect and report incidents or as appropriate oversee their implementation.
• Achieve compliance with Company policies and procedures pursuant to the Company Compliance Plan.
• Coordinate with SVP Legal & Compliance to ensure the Company Compliance Plan is followed.
• Coordinate with the Internal Audit Department to ensure the Company Compliance Plan is followed.
• Achieve compliance with laws and rules relating to business practices promulgated in the jurisdictions in which the Company does business.
• Evaluate whether internal controls are working effectively and identify weaknesses or gaps in controls.
• Ensure that the quality of investigations timeliness of reports and efficiency levels meet the standards determined by policy and law.
• Recommend appropriate and consistent disciplinary measures for violations of Company policies and procedures.
• Identify evaluate and resolve or oversee the resolution of gaps relating to internal controls.
• Support the Global Compliance Plan and Operational Risk by serving as the company's primary point of contact with regulatory supervisors law enforcement and other government agencies on matters related to investigations.
• Direct coordinate and monitor the activities of a professional staff inclusive of supervisors as well as a staff of investigators engaged in the performance of confidential and complex investigations.
• Manage the work and performance of the investigators by providing regular coaching and feedback while fostering an inclusive team environment.
• Help direct activities involving the tracing identification and recovery of lost assets as well as help set guidelines on how research and investigations should be conducted.
• Use a variety of diagnostic and forensic technology techniques to help determine key areas of risk and assess how well that risk is managed.
• Collaborate with management to develop mitigation strategies.
• Stay up to date with changes in laws regulations and industry guidelines that affect Globe Life. Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the Company’s operations. Provide guidance and support to various business units to ensure compliance with applicable requirements. Adjust investigation strategies and standards accordingly.
• Follow and ensure consistent application of Company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with other members of the legal and compliance departments as needed.
• Collaborate with outside counsel on investigative issues.
• Comprehensive understanding of attorney/client privilege maintaining compliance with Legal Rules of Professional Responsibility and confidentiality of highly sensitive information.

What You Can Bring:

• Juris Doctor is required.
• Must be licensed to practice law in at least one State.
• A minimum of 10 years of general legal experience with at least 5 years of experience in managing investigatory or regulatory roles is required.
• Working knowledge or experience of life or health insurance industry is preferred.
• Prior in-house legal department experience is not required but is a plus.
• Prior work with compliance plans is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in a leadership role is preferred.
• Models an inclusive environment for employees and clients that aligns with company goals.
• Demonstrates deep process knowledge operational excellence and innovation through a focus on simplicity data-based decision making and continuous improvement.
• Communicates enterprise decisions purpose and results and connects to team strategy priorities and contributions.
• Ensures that proper risk discipline controls and culture are in place to identify escalate and debate issues effectively.
• Provides inspection coaching and feedback to motivate differentiate and improve performance.
• Actively manages expenses and budgets in alignment with objectives making sound decisions.
• Assesses talent and builds bench strength for roles across the organization.
• Delivers results by effectively prioritizing inspecting and appropriately delegating tasks to the team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook. Ability and willingness to learn and become proficient in other software tools.

Applicable To All Employees of Globe Life Family of Companies:

• Reliable and predictable attendance of your assigned shift.

• Ability to work full time and/or part time based on the position specifications.

How Globe Life Will Support You:

Looking to continue your career in an environment that values your contribution and invests in your growth? We've curated a benefits package that helps to ensure that you don’t just work but thrive at Globe Life:

• Competitive compensation designed to reflect your expertise and contribution.

• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance plans because your well-being is fundamental to your performance.

• Robust life insurance benefits and retirement plans including company-matched 401k and pension plan.

• Paid holidays and time off to support a healthy work-life balance.

• Parental leave to help our employees welcome their new additions.

• Subsidized all-in-one subscriptions to support your fitness mindfulness nutrition and sleep goals.

• Company-paid counseling for assistance with mental health stress management and work-life balance.

• Continued education reimbursement eligibility and company-paid FLMI and ICA courses to grow your career.

• Discounted Texas Rangers tickets for a proud visit to Globe Life Field.

Opportunity awaits! Invest in your professional legacy realize your path and see the direct impact you can make in a workplace that celebrates and harnesses your unique talents and perspectives to their fullest potential. At Globe Life your voice matters.

What We Do

Boasting a rich legacy spanning more than 120 years and serving as the official life insurance of the Dallas Cowboys Texas Rangers and Los Angeles Lakers Globe Life presents a unique opportunity to embark on a rewarding career. At Globe Life we're searching for passionate and talented individuals who thrive on innovation creativity and teamwork. In return we encourage a healthy balance between hard work and taking part in the positive company culture that Globe Life has to offer. Our agents and employees can be found at numerous company events and actively participating in opportunities to give back to the community. With corporate offices in McKinney and Waco Texas Syracuse New York Oklahoma City Oklahoma Cleveland OH and Los Angeles CA Globe Life offers a wide range of opportunities. Our three Agency Divisions Globe Life American Income Division / National Income Division Globe Life Family Heritage Division and Globe Life Liberty National Division also have local agency offices throughout the United States Canada and New Zealand. Starting or advancing your career with Globe Life will not only enhance your skills but also provide incredible opportunities for learning. You'll have the privilege of working alongside some of the most experienced professionals in the industry. Most importantly your work will have a profound impact protecting millions of people across the nation. We firmly believe that our agents and employees are the key to building a company culture that fosters stability honesty integrity and unlimited growth potential. Start your journey today and explore the exciting career opportunities waiting for you at Globe Life!

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