Group Investigations Lead (Australia)

Group Investigations Lead (Australia)

21 Oct
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Woolworths Group
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Australia

21 Oct

Woolworths Group

Australia

We Are Woolworths Group We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

About the Role
As our Group Investigator, you will lead complex internal and external fraud, bribery, corruption, and insider threat investigations to safeguard the business and deliver key risk outcomes across Woolworths Group. Operating within our Group Investigations & Enforcement Response (GIER) team, you will turn critical evidence and data into actionable insights, identify emerging risks, and directly partner with law enforcement and regulatory agencies. This is a high-impact opportunity for a seasoned investigative skilled to influence risk management, mentor team members, and strengthen organizational resilience across a large-scale enterprise.

What you'll do
• Lead and manage end-to-end complex investigations into internal and external fraud, bribery, corruption, and insider threats across Woolworths Group.
• Conduct case administration, interviews, e-Discovery, data acquisition, and analysis to formulate evidence-based findings and prepare detailed reports.
• Handle sensitive and confidential matters,



including 'Protected Disclosures', ensuring full compliance with relevant legislation and whistleblower protections.
• Identify root causes and control failures, providing strategic recommendations to uplift policies, mitigate systemic risk, and enhance business resilience.
• Build and maintain strong networks with internal business units, as well as State and Federal law enforcement and regulatory agencies.
• Respond to formal Requests for Information, judicial notices, and prepare briefs of evidence or affidavits for criminal and civil proceedings when required.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering skill development and raising investigation standards across the Group. What you'll bring:
• 10+ years of criminal, corporate, or administrative investigation experience covering fraud, bribery, corruption, and financial crime.
• Demonstrated experience handling large, complex data sets and utilizing e-Discovery software and analytical tools to drive investigative outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of relevant State and Commonwealth legislation, intelligence processes, whistleblower frameworks, and legal briefs of evidence.
• Proven track record in managing high-stakes caseloads, critical incident responses, and emerging security threats in complex corporate or public environments.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to conduct formal interviews and present clear, insightful reports to senior stakeholders.




• Exceptional stakeholder management capability to collaborate effectively with diverse internal teams, law enforcement, and regulatory bodies.
• Formal tertiary or vocational qualifications in investigations or leadership (e.g., Detective designation, Cert IV Investigations, CFE, or equivalent) are highly desirable. What you’ll experience A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network Access to Sonder. Sonder provides free confidential 24/7 personalised financial, medical safety, psychological or physical support for team members and their families A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work Opportunity to Salary Sacrifice, enabling team members to purchase selected eligible items or services from pre-tax salary. Can be used for novated leases, superannuation contributions, Qantas Club membership, computing devices etc. Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential. Req ID 112950 Date posted 21-Oct-2026 Brand Woolworths Group Team Risk Employment type Full-time Location New South Wales, 2153

📌 Group Investigations Lead (Australia)
🏢 Woolworths Group
📍 Australia

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