Senior Investigator

This position is needed to lead complex employee and compliance investigations.

We are looking for an individual with a strong People investigations background with a focus on bullying, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and Code of Conduct cases for Legal in the NAMER region. The main responsibilities include conducting prompt, thorough, and fair investigations consisting of background research, investigative interviews, and debrief meetings in partnership with Employment Legal, People, ER, and the business.

The successful candidate should exhibit strong competency to articulate complex issues to the business and also ensure all such matters are dealt with in line with policy, best practice and legislative requirements to mitigate any risk.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll:

• Develop and optimize robust investigation standards and disciplinary matrix to ensure transparency, objectivity and consistency throughout the team;
• Maintain oversight and accountability for investigation case management system, keep improving efficiency and effectiveness;
• Conduct confidential, fair, thorough and timely internal investigations into allegations of violations of internal policies, including but not limited to bullying, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and Code of Conduct, and produce comprehensive and clear investigation reports and/or outcomes;
• Assist with the investigation and resolution of other workplace concerns to determine the appropriate approach and to ensure fair and consistent treatment of all employees;
• Drive the disciplinary procedure in line with the investigation findings, and align with key stakeholders to get to consensus;
• Monitor and implement corrective action plans to enhance controls and processes;
• Identify ethics, compliance, and employee relations matters that require improvement, working with our ER leader & various internal groups to amend policies and drive the training and awareness approach accordingly;
• Participate in the identification and delivery of continuous improvement initiatives to improve the policy framework, increase knowledge within the company;
• Proactively identify trends and themes to develop strategies that will mitigate risks.

Qualifications 

Not all applicants will have skills that match a job description exactly. Twilio values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. If your career is just starting or hasn’t followed a traditional path, don’t let that stop you from considering Twilio. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table!

Required:

• 10+ years of Employee Relations / Investigations experience gained as a Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) role, Employee Relations advisory role, or equivalent experience as an employment attorney practicing employment law;
• Significant experience working with employment law principles and conducting and advising on investigations;
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and writing skills;
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage various stakeholders/programs concurrently;
• Demonstrated ability to navigate successfully within ambiguity and with multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment;

Desired:

• Data-driven mindset with an eye toward innovation;
• Working experience in multiple AMER jurisdictions;
• Experience conducting global investigations outside AMER;
• Knowledge in employment and labor law;
• Familiarity with a case management system;
• Experience with analyzing investigation data;

We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, approximately 15% travel is anticipated to help you connect in-person in a meaningful way.