Compliance Investigations Specialist

About the job

JOIN OUR TEAM!

At Couche-Tard/Circle K, our mission is simple: to make our customer's lives a little easier everyday. You may have already stopped for coffee, refueling your car, or eating something on the go. Then, you know what Couche-Tard/Circle K is. We have grown into a successful global company with over 17,000 stores in 29 countries, serving almost 9 million customers every day.

In total, approximately 149,000 people work in our stores and offices. We make journeys easier by offering fast and friendly service. We care about our people and our communities, and we look for ways to uplift people first. Wherever your journey's going, we can help you get there.   Are you ready to grow your career? Let's grow together!

Compliance Investigation Specialist

THE ROLE

We are seeking a hands‑on Internal Investigations Specialist to support our Global Compliance function, reporting directly to the Global Compliance Director. This role is ideal for a strong investigator-such as a CFE, auditor, or compliance specialist.

The role requires a strong understanding of compliance frameworks applicable to complex, high‑risk industries-including fuel distribution, tobacco, lottery/gaming, financial transactions, anti‑corruption, and AML environments.

What You'll Do

Want to start your career with us? Here's an overview of the main responsibilities of this position:

* Internal Investigations

* Manage end‑to‑end cases: intake, evidence collection, interviews, documentation, and reporting.

* Investigate fraud, theft, misconduct, bribery/corruption, conflicts of interest, and AML concerns.

* Apply structured, objective, and consistent investigative methodologies.

* Draft clear, practical reports for leadership and cross‑functional teams.

* Maintain confidentiality, data integrity, and proper handling of evidence.

* Collaboration With Internal Stakeholders & Internal Audit

* Partner with Internal Audit to share insights, trends, and root‑cause findings.

* Work with HR on employee‑related investigations and workplace concerns.

* Collaborate with Operations, Loss Prevention, Finance, Legal, and IT Security for fact‑finding and remediation.

* Bring a team‑oriented, solution‑focused mindset to cross‑functional work.

* Support Compliance in High‑Regulation Environments

* Apply working knowledge of anti‑corruption, AML, and retail regulatory requirements.

* Understand obligations linked to fuel distribution, tobacco controls, lottery/gaming, and age‑restricted sales.

* Integrate compliance expectations into investigations and recommendations.

* Corrective Action Plans & Remediation

* Develop clear, actionable remediation plans following investigation findings, addressing root causes and control gaps.

* Work with stakeholders to assign ownership, timelines, and measurable outcomes for corrective actions.

* Track progress until full closure and escalate risks or delays appropriately.

* Support development or revision of policies, SOPs, controls, and training materials tied to investigation outcomes.

* Reporting, Audit Cycle Support & Compliance Governance

* Maintain accurate case files, dashboards, KPIs, and investigation metrics for quarterly and annual reporting.

* Support Internal Audit with data, recurrent themes, systemic vulnerabilities, and evidence needed for scheduled reviews.

* Contribute to enterprise‑level compliance reports, board/executive briefings, and compliance maturity assessments.

* Ensure documentation meets legal, regulatory, and internal quality standards.

What You'll Need

We want you to join our team! Here's what we're looking for:

Education:

* Bachelor's degree in Law, Criminal Justice, Accounting, Business, or a related field.

* Preferred certifications:

* CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)

* CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)

* CAMS (Certified Anti‑Money Laundering Specialist)

* CCEP/LPEC or similar compliance certifications

Experience:

* 5-8 years of experience in internal investigations, compliance, forensic auditing, risk management, or corporate ethics.

* Strong familiarity with regulatory expectations and investigative best practices within highly regulated environments.

* Experience with high‑volume retail, energy/fuel,…