What You'll Do Do you have experience leading complex internal investigations in a corporate environment? Join Principal is hiring for a Lead Special Investigator to join our Corporate Special Investigations team! You will independently lead internal investigations applying your subject matter expertise to collect evidence and data, conduct internal and external interviews, determine facts, and assess legal implications in support of human resources, ethics, contracts, whistleblower, misconduct, fraud, and financial crimes investigations. You will partner with human resources, IT, global security, attorneys, compliance, claims, and law enforcement when required. What you'll do Support CSIU leadership in complex projects/initiatives for promoting the company's anti-fraud programs, Navex reporting, and monthly/daily reporting to BU partners. Partner with non-senior CSIU investigators to provide investigative expertise and mentorship as needed. Perform acting SIU manager duties when required or directed. Deliver and present investigative case findings to leadership and other collaborators; present evidence to regulatory or other investigative organizations/agencies. Exercise good judgment and ensure that case strategy, findings, and actionable results are discussed with relevant levels of leadership. These may include: the Enterprise Head of Financial Crimes Compliance and Investigations, Supervisory leadership within the CSIU, the Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer, Internal legal counsel up to and including the General Counsel, the Audit Committee, and at the appropriate time, relevant business leadership. Assist CSIU leadership with the enterprise fraud risk assessment (FRA) process, including the risk and control self-assessment process and communications pertaining to business areas. Build and implement awareness training. Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years! Who You Are Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience 10+ years of criminal, financial or internal investigation experience, with knowledge of investigative processes and procedures Current CFE or CIFI designation or the ability to acquire within 12 months. Advanced analytical, interpersonal, decision-making, and organizational skills. Strong verbal and written communication as well informal leadership skills to build and maintain relationships and facilitate collaboration. Able to independently manage priority projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and meeting target dates. Must maintain confidentiality and use judgment related to sensitive matters. Proficiency with conducting Internet searches and using databases for conducting investigative research. High-level computer skills including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word. What will make you stand out: Experience conducting internal employee investigations Experience working in financial services or the insurance industry Travel: This position will involve domestic travel as needed to support investigations. Pay range: $123,000 to $167,000 Salary Range Information Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly) $123000 - $167000 / year Time Off Program Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don’t accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided. Pension Eligible Yes Additional Information Work Authorization/Sponsorship At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links. Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants Investment Code of Ethics For Principal Asset Management positions, you’ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization. Experience Principal At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits. Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Posting Window We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline. Original Posting Date 2/6/2025 Most Recently Posted Date 2/6/2025 LinkedIn Remote Hashtag #LI-Remote