Manager - Mismanagement Authority Abuse & Waste Investigation

OVERVIEW                                                                                                    

NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.

As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.

As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.

Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!

ROLE OVERVIEW

This critical role is responsible for leading and managing investigations into allegations of mismanagement, abuse of authority, waste of resources, and other related misconduct across the organization. The successful candidate will drive accountability, ensure transparency, and contribute to an ethical organizational culture.

REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY

• 7+ years of experience in investigations, compliance, internal audit, or a related field
• Proven experience handling cases of mismanagement, authority abuse, or waste
• Strong investigative and analytical skills
• Excellent report writing and documentation abilities
• High ethical standards and discretion
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with investigative techniques, ethics and compliance frameworks, and relevant regulations
• Understanding of whistleblower protections and misconduct reporting systems

ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES

The Manager - Mismanagement Authority Abuse & Waste Investigation's responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Lead Investigations

• Plan, manage, and conduct complex and sensitive investigations into allegations of mismanagement, abuse of authority, and resource waste.

Evidence Collection & Analysis

• Collect, review, and analyze documentation, conduct interviews, and synthesize findings to establish facts.

Reporting

• Prepare comprehensive, factual, and impartial investigation reports with clear findings and recommendations.

Case Management

• Maintain accurate records of all case activities and ensure investigations are completed in a timely and effective manner.

Collaboration

• Work closely with Legal, HR, Compliance, and other departments to ensure appropriate actions are taken following investigations.

Policy Improvement

• Identify systemic issues and provide recommendations to strengthen policies, controls, and procedures to mitigate future risks.

Training & Awareness

• Support awareness and training initiatives related to ethics, reporting misconduct, and preventing abuse of authority and waste.

Culture and Values

• Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values https://www.neom.com/en-us/about
• Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.
• Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• 7+ years of experience in investigations, compliance, internal audit, or a related field
• Proven experience handling complex misconduct investigations involving authority abuse, mismanagement, and/or waste.
• Strong knowledge of investigative techniques, ethics frameworks, and relevant regulatory standards.
• Exceptional report writing, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field
• Master’s degree is preferred.