About Nayara Energy
Nayara Energy is a new-age downstream energy and petrochemicals company with a formidable presence spanning across the entire hydrocarbon value chain, from Refining to Retail. Nayara Energy operates in India for India driven by a relentless commitment to fuel the nation's energy aspirations. At the heart of our operations lies the Vadinar refinery, India's second-largest single-site refinery with a capacity of 20MMTPA.With over 6,300 Retail Outlets, we cater to the need for reliable and safe mobility across the length and breadth of the country. We have adopted a phase wise asset development strategy to enter the petrochemicals sector which will be a significant step in our crude to chemicals journey. Through sustainable development projects in Health and Nutrition, Education and Skill Development, and Sustainable Livelihoods, Nayara Energy enhances the quality of life in the communities it operates in. Delivering value for all our stakeholders is at the very core of our beliefs and we are committed to providing the energy that fuels the dreams of our employees, customers, partners and communities.
Job Purpose
The candidate will be primarily responsible for directing and overseeing the timely and thorough completion of all corporate ethics-related investigations, including those involving unethical, malicious, fraudulent, corrupt, or bribery-related incidents involving employees and third parties/counterparties across company operations.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Investigations & Ethical Governance
- Lead and manage all types of investigations related to unethical, malicious, fraudulent, corrupt, or bribery-related incidents involving employees and third parties/counterparties across company operations.
- Review incoming cases in detail, including system analysis, to determine appropriate investigation action plans.
- Initiate internal reviews, engage with complainants and relevant personnel to gather supplementary information.
- Independently conduct covert and overt investigations into unethical behaviour, cybersecurity incidents, and policy violations, ensuring alignment with recognized best practices.
- Perform thorough data and information analysis related to misconduct, policy breaches, and integrity concerns.
- Conduct interviews with involved individuals and document outcomes with precision and confidentiality.
- Execute digital forensic analysis on mobile devices, laptops, desktops, servers, and network infrastructure to support investigative findings.
- Perform root-cause analysis post-investigation to extract learnings and drive preventive measures.
- Analyse investigation outcomes, including financial impact, and identify gaps in internal controls, training, or processes; recommend corrective actions.
- Prepare detailed investigation reports with logical conclusions and provide timely updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Operate autonomously or in collaboration with subject matter experts to meet investigation SLAs and ensure resolution quality.
- Initiate recovery procedures for any financial losses incurred by the company due to employee misconduct.
- Maintain surveillance on employees, third parties, or counterparties exhibiting questionable integrity.
Implement and Monitor Vigil Mechanism at Refinery
- Plan and execute the vigil mechanism at the refinery site in close coordination with the Chief Security Officer (CSO) and Head Security Risk and TPDD.
- Collaborate with the Head Security and Head Refinery to ensure seamless deployment and operationalization of the vigil framework.
- Monitor inbound procurement materials and outbound scrap movements to detect and prevent irregularities or potential misconduct.
Stakeholder Coordination & Cross-Functional Engagement
- Partner with Legal, Compliance, HR, Finance, Security, Internal Audit, and external vendors to facilitate investigations and ensure compliance objectives are met.
- Manage outsourced vendors and coordinate with internal teams to drive resolution and continuous improvement.
Strategic Planning & Budget Oversight
- Develop and manage the annual business plan and budget for the investigations function; provide periodic updates to Audit and Management Committees.
Capability Building & Mentorship
- Deliver training programs on investigative methodologies and cyber forensics to build internal capability and ensure knowledge transfer.
- Mentor junior team members to uphold investigative standards and ethical conduct.
Security Audits & Special Assignments
- Conduct audits of refinery security systems and support ad-hoc assignments from senior compliance leadership.
- Carry out assignments / works assigned by Head Security Risk and TPDD / Chief Security Officer time to time.
Qualifications
Knowledge
Qualifications
- CA/CPA/LLB / MBA / CFA or similar qualifications.
- Certified Fraud Examiner and/or Former law enforcement officials will have added advantage.
- Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint, as well as Internet research tools.
Experience
- Total exp 12- 15 years of professional experience involving internal audit, forensic accounting, risk management and corporate compliance.
- Proven experience in conducting Corporate Ethics/FCPA/UKBA/Regulatory investigations and conducting witness and suspect interviews including Senior Management Personnel.
Skills
Functional Skills:
- Strong Analytical, Forensic accounting and Investigative skills.
- Managing Complex Investigations into allegations of Bribery, Corrupt behaviour, Misconduct, Policy Breaches or Reputational Issues, including conducting Witness and Suspect Interviews.
- Excellent Strategic Thinking Skills.
- Process Improvement Skills.
- Excellent articulation & Presentation Skills.
- Report writing proficiency.
Behavioural Skills:
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Demonstrated ability to think with a forensic bent of mind.
- Relationship building skills.
- Leadership / Command skills and a passion for maintaining an ethical culture.
