Ford Motor Company · 3 days ago
Counsel and Investigator
Dearborn, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$113K/yr - $213K/yr
2+ years expFord Motor Company is a global leader in advanced mobility solutions, seeking a Counsel and Investigator to handle investigations into potential violations of law. The role involves conducting investigations, providing legal analysis, and collaborating with various departments to address issues of compliance and ethics.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assess allegations, properly scope and conduct investigations
Identify and assess legal issues arising out of complaints lodged through the Company’s SpeakUp channels
Provide legal analysis and legal advice to the Company on how to address any confirmed violations of the law
When necessary, work with outside counsel in addressing/assessing legal issues arising out of investigations
Align scoping and investigation procedures with SI Management to ensure proper scope and timely completion of investigations
Conduct professional and tailored investigations including systems review, investigative interviews and communication with complainants
Perform email reviews and other data analysis of collected information
Provide timely and well synthesized investigation reporting and updates to management
Manage multiple tasks and prioritize changing workloads
Routinely engage with leadership and cross functional teams. Effectively deliver difficult or unpopular messages with a diplomatic, solution-oriented approach
Support remediation both internally and externally, as needed
Provide accurate and timely updates in the case reporting system
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2+ years at a law firm, corporation, or government agency handling investigations
Experience navigating confidential and sensitive subject matter
Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Preferred
Investigative Expertise: Extensive experience investigating fraud, misconduct, bribery, and forensic accounting while evaluating compliance with laws, regulations, and corporate policies
Analysis & Project Management: Proven ability to manage complex project lifecycles and analyze data to identify trends, exceptions, and solutions that drive results
Global Collaboration: Skilled at building relationships with global teams and stakeholders at all levels, including suppliers and the broader business community
Legal Analysis: Excellent issue-spotter with the ability to analyze, interpret, and succinctly summarize large volumes of data with precision and thoroughness
Communication: Strong writer and verbal communicator capable of navigating difficult or confrontational conversations with patience and outstanding interpersonal skills
Work Ethic & Integrity: Resilient self-starter who maintains high ethical standards, professionalism, and discretion in all investigative tasks
Fluent in Spanish is an advantage
Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
Company
Ford Motor Company
We don't just make history -- we make the future.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$16.23BKey Investors
US Department of EnergySoros Fund Management
2025-07-29Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $4B
2023-06-22Debt Financing· $9.2B
Leadership Team
James Farley
Chief Executive Officer
Efrat Barit
COO
Recent News
2026-01-19
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