Compliance and Ethics

Job Description

As a valued contributor to our team, you will be responsible for conducting complex investigations into alleged employee misconduct and unethical business practices violating laws, regulations, or Fannie Mae’s Code of Conduct and corporate policies involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation, fraud, and other types of corporate misconduct.

THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE

The Compliance and Ethics - Internal Investigation - Advisor role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive investigations including assessing the initial complaint, scoping and developing investigative plans, interviewing witnesses, reviewing documentary evidence, and analyzing whether any laws, regulations, policies or the Code of Conduct have been violated.
• Draft concise and objective fact-based Investigation Reports and maintain well-organized and accurate case files.
• Provide updates and written work product to the Ethics & Investigations VP, Chief Compliance & Ethics Officer, and other senior business leaders on investigative activities and results as required.
• Advise the Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer on the appropriate after-investigation action.
• Prioritize among multiple investigative tasks and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining case cycle times and business needs. 
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with Legal, HR, internal audit, investigative partners, impacted business units, FHFA, and law enforcement.
• Identify potential process or control gaps that may require remediation or indicate systemic breakdowns, trends, or emerging risks.
• Serve as Fannie Mae’s expert witness in legal proceedings involving matters related to internal investigations.      

Qualifications

THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Minimum Required Experiences

• At least 6 years of experience conducting internal investigations, with a focus on employment investigations
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations
• Strong analytical capabilities and organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting an ethical culture and strong corporate values, professional discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive matters

Desired Experiences

• Experience with and knowledge of the financial services regulatory environment