Associate Director, Special Investigations

Eli Lilly and Company

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

Posted 9/17/2026full-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. Proficient in synthesizing investigative information and presenting 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 WritingForensic TechnologyCriminal Prosecution SupportCivil LitigationIntellectual Property InvestigationsFinancial Crime InvestigationsCyber Crime Investigations

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationRelationship BuildingIndependent Work

Industry Keywords

Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic ActHealthcare FraudLaw EnforcementRegulatory AuthoritiesTransnational Investigations

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 avenues for investigations using forensic technology and software
Monitor channels for new violations
Build and sustain 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
Protect confidential company information, use discretion in sensitive investigations, comply with national and local laws, and preserve applicable privileges
Report to the Associate Vice President, Assistant General Counsel – Special Investigations
Work outside normal daytime hours when business needs require
Travel periodically domestically and internationally

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
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 recommendations clearly and concisely
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
Master’s or professional degree (preferred/Additional Skills/Preferences)

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
Well-being benefits, including employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities
International and domestic travel opportunities as required by the role