Corporate Investigations Counsel in bei Accenture

Help us shape a future rooted in transparency and fairness by supporting our strong commitment to the highest ethical standards in all our business practices.

Your mission

As a Corporate Investigations Counsel, your primary responsibility will be conducting and overseeing investigations into allegations of misconduct. You will provide critical advice to business leaders in assessing risk and determining appropriate responses. Your efforts will focus on effectively resolving accusations and refining compliance-related processes. Your expertise and leadership will be instrumental in fostering and maintaining a culture of integrity and ethical behavior at Accenture.

At Accenture, you create an environment for you to flourish in — employing methods that align seamlessly with what you want to achieve in your career. You remain flexible as part of a team full of unique people who make a difference together.

Your daily work

• Lead corporate investigations.
  You carry out and support inquiries into claims of misconduct reported through Accenture’s channels. This includes defining the scope of the investigation, developing investigative plans, reviewing documentation, conducting interviews, writing reports, and recommending remedial measures.

• Develop internal strategies for protecting organizational integrity.
  Providing guidance and advice to senior management about risks associated with misconduct allegations is a key part of your role. Additionally, you are tasked with training and supporting attorneys and other investigative personnel in conducting investigations into misconduct.

• Stay informed on legal developments.
  You stay up to date on legal developments affecting investigations, reporting individuals’ rights, accused individuals’ rights, and compliance-related standards.

Who you are

• With a law degree complemented by two years in workplace investigations, you have a solid legal foundation.
• You have three years of experience in employment law, gaining a deep understanding of its nuances and complexities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, strategic business acumen, and confidence in handling sensitive, ethical conduct, compliance, and personnel-related matters are among your key strengths.
• Balancing a team-focused attitude with the ability to work autonomously, you are adept at navigating multi-national and diverse cultural environments.
• You express yourself clearly and confidently in German and English.

What we offer

• Work where you’re needed — at one of Accenture’s locations or remotely
• Tailored working time model with flexible working hours
• Exciting employee events
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• A diverse and inclusive work culture

Life at Accenture

In this role, you’ll be part of Accenture Corporate Functions. We oversee all core operations, maintaining a well-connected network which includes finance and administration, human resources, and legal affairs. This proactive strategy ensures seamless operations, enabling our colleagues to dedicate their full attention to client projects and enabling optimal efficiency throughout the company.

The Accenture culture: Here, YOU are the catalyst for change

Your unique combination of skills, personality, and aspirations sets you apart. When distinct talents, strengths, and perspectives merge, the result is nothing short of extraordinary: ideas that propel the world forward. This is we champion diversity and personal development at Accenture. Create a working environment where you truly thrive; with responsibilities that resonate deeply; with a workload that is perfectly aligned with your capabilities; and methods that are tailored to your objectives. How you wish to connect, further your development, and personally evolve rests in your hands. This is your career. We are mere facilitators, helping you shape it exactly as you envision.

Contact us

Any questions? Contact us at recruiting_germany@accenture.com.

We look forward to meeting you!