Workplace Investigator

The Opportunity :

Join Hitachi Energy's Office of Special Investigations (OSI), an independent function entrusted with safeguarding workplace integrity and organizational reputation. As a Workplace Investigator you will lead complex, high-impact investigations across the MEA region, partnering with senior leaders across Legal, Integrity, and HR. This role offers the opportunity to influence critical employment decisions, strengthen investigative capabilities, and drive a culture of fairness, accountability, and compliance within a global organization.

Your responsibilities

• Conduct workplace and labor-related investigations under the direction of the Head of OSI, independently or in collaboration with fellow Special Investigations Officers, Legal & Integrity, and HR teams.
• Manage end-to-end investigation activities, including data collection, data review, forensic analysis, witness and subject interviews, fact-finding, and report preparation.
• Interview whistleblowers, witnesses, victims, and subjects while maintaining objectivity, confidentiality, and procedural fairness.
• Present findings and communicate investigation outcomes to disciplinary committees and relevant decision-making bodies across the organization.
• Support investigations across the MEA region and contribute to global investigations as required.
• Travel up to 10% to support investigation activities and stakeholder engagement.
• Deliver training and capability-building programs for Legal & Integrity and HR teams to strengthen investigation practices.
• Provide ongoing guidance and support to HR stakeholders on workplace investigation matters.
• Identify lessons learned and contribute to the enhancement of internal controls, policies, and processes.
• Support the continued development and maturity of the Office of Special Investigations function through best practices, process improvements, and knowledge sharing.
• You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• Minimum 8 years of experience in corporate, workplace, employee relations, ethics, compliance, or misconduct investigations.
• Educational background in Law, Audit, Compliance, Human Resources, or a related discipline preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct objective, independent, and thorough investigations while exercising sound judgment and discretion.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to protecting organizational integrity, assets, and reputation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear investigation reports and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with eDiscovery and investigation platforms, such as Relativity or ZyLAB, is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate sensitive matters, and deliver high-quality outcomes within established timelines.
• Strong organizational and stakeholder management capabilities; experience handling complex or cross-functional investigations is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural environments while maintaining fairness, objectivity, and integrity.
• Comfortable collaborating with Legal, Integrity, HR, and business stakeholders across regional and global teams.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

More about us

At Hitachi Energy, you will be part of a global organization that is committed to fostering an inclusive, ethical, and high-performing workplace. We offer a dynamic and international environment where employees are empowered to take ownership, broaden their expertise, and contribute to meaningful business outcomes.

We are committed to professional development and continuous learning, offering opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career. In return, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package aligned with your experience, expertise, and contributions.