Director, Business Ethics & Investigations, Barcelona Realia, Spain
The Director, Business Ethics & Investigations plays a pivotal role in strengthening the organization's culture of integrity, accountability, and transparency. The role is accountable for the integral dsm‐firmenich whistleblowing and investigations framework, ensuring concerns are raised safely, investigated fairly, and resolved consistently—without retaliation.
Key Responsibilities
Whistleblowing (Speak Up) & Ethics FrameworkOwn and continuously improve the global whistleblowing and non‐retaliation framework, ensuring trusted reporting, legal compliance, and consistent governance.
Investigations LeadershipLead and oversee complex, high‐risk, and cross‐border investigations to ensure objective, fair, and timely outcomes.
Fraud & Forensic InvestigationsProvide senior oversight and expertise for fraud, financial misconduct, corruption, and data‐related investigations, including use of forensic capabilities.
Learning, Insights & Continuous ImprovementLeverage investigation and fraud case data to identify trends and root causes, and translate insights into targeted training, capability building, and preventive actions that strengthen ethical decision‐making and program effectiveness.
Governance, Reporting & Stakeholder EngagementProvide clear reporting and trusted advisory support to senior leadership, Ethics Committees, and auditors on ethics, investigations, and fraud matters.
Business Ethics Program & CoBE ContributionContribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of the Business Ethics program and Code of Business Ethics (CoBE) through cross‐functional collaboration.
Desired Experience & Qualifications
10+ years of experience in Ethics & Compliance within multinational organizations (B2B / B2C), including leading general programs, managing teams, and partnering closely with senior leaders on highrisk, sensitive matters.
Bachelor's degree (Master's degree strongly preferred) in law, business, compliance, finance, or related field; complemented by recognized professional certifications such as CCEP‐I, CCO, CFCS, CFE, CRCMP.
Strong knowledge of advanced investigative methodologies, effective use of emerging technologies (AI), and a commitment to continuous development.
Core Competencies & Attributes
Ethical leadership: act with integrity, discretion, and accountability, modeling behaviors that build trust.
Investigation expertise: hands‐on experience conducting and overseeing sensitive investigations with sound judgment, rigor, and fairness.
Curiosity & improvement mindset: question the status quo, seek smarter and more sustainable ways to strengthen ethics, investigations, and fraud prevention.
Insight through analysis: use data, trends, and professional judgment to identify risks, spot patterns, and translate insights into practical, enterprise‐level enhancements.
Clear, influential communication: explain complex issues and investigation outcomes clearly and calmly, even in high‐stakes situations.
Collaborative, global approach: work effectively across functions, cultures, and geographies, uniting stakeholders around shared values.
Benefits & Impact
Meaningful influence – Shape the global approach to ethics, whistleblowing, and investigations at the heart of a science‐led organization.
Purpose‐driven impact – Support innovations in health, nutrition, and beauty that reach millions of consumers, with sustainability embedded in everything we do.
Challenging, high‐impact work – Lead complex, cross‐border investigations and address emerging ethics and fraud risks that truly matter.
Growth and visibility – Operate with senior‐level exposure in a company committed to developing expertise and ethical leadership.
A culture that values voice and courage – Be part of a Speak Up culture built on trust, psychological safety, and respect.
Strong collaboration – Work with talented, diverse colleagues across functions united by integrity and shared success.
Our recruitment process is transparent and inclusive. The role is open for qualified candidates from across the globe.
Global role; country options to be based in one of our office locations: US, UK, NL, France, Spain.
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Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement
At dsm‐firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. We're proud to be an equal‐opportunity employer and are serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. If you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help – just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.
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