Associate Director – Special Investigations

Eli Lilly and Company

. Lead investigations into fraud, knockoff products, and other civil and criminal violations .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $132,000 - $213,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading complex investigations related to fraud, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance, while effectively collaborating with law enforcement and legal entities. Proven ability to synthesize investigative information and present clear recommendations to support criminal prosecutions and civil actions.

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Investigative ExperienceLeadership in Law EnforcementFraud InvestigationRegulatory ComplianceInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Investigative TechniquesCase ManagementData AnalysisReport WritingCriminal Prosecution SupportIntellectual Property InvestigationsCyber Crime InvestigationsFinancial Crime InvestigationsTransnational InvestigationsFood, Drug, and Cosmetic Act Violations

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationRelationship BuildingIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Forensic TechnologyCase Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s or Professional Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

FraudKnockoff ProductsCivil ViolationsCriminal ViolationsLaw EnforcementRegulatory AuthoritiesHealthcare FraudConfidential InformationCivil LitigationProsecutorial Agencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead investigations into fraud, knockoff products, and other civil and criminal violations
Create strategies to combat fraud and illicit distribution of knockoff drugs and promote brand protection
Triage incoming reports and coordinate matters from intake through disposition
Drive change and process improvement with cross-functional stakeholders
Collaborate with lawyers, investigators, intelligence analysts, business partners, forensic laboratory analysts, and data experts
Identify new investigative avenues using forensic technology and software
Monitor channels for new violations
Build relationships with law enforcement and regulatory authorities worldwide
Develop cases for referral and support resulting criminal prosecutions and civil actions
Document reports and case information in internal case management systems
Maintain confidential information, use discretion in sensitive investigations, comply with applicable laws, and preserve privileges
Support internal partners, regulators, and law enforcement
Work outside normal daytime hours as business needs require
Travel domestically and internationally periodically

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
10 years of investigative or supervisory experience in a federal or state law enforcement agency
Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport and travel internationally as required
Experience conducting complex transnational, cyber, intellectual property, drug, and/or financial crime investigations
Ability to develop investigative information through multiple sources, synthesize information into well-founded conclusions, and present clear recommendations
Experience leading investigations of violations of the federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and/or federal healthcare fraud investigations
Ability to establish positive relationships and confer effectively with colleagues, law enforcement, regulatory, and prosecutorial agencies
Experience in leadership of a large law enforcement agency
Outstanding interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Ability to perform duties independently with minimal supervision
Experience working directly with attorneys on investigation-related actions, including civil litigation and criminal prosecutions, depositions, discovery, and testifying in court
Master’s or professional degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company bonus depending in part on company and individual performance
Company-sponsored 401(k)
Pension
Vacation benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
Healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts
Life insurance and death benefits
Time off and leave of absence benefits
Employee assistance program
Fitness benefits
Employee clubs and activities