Company Description CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

　　Job Description The Opportunity: 

　　Mattel’s Compliance team is seeking an Associate Manager, Investigations to conduct HR Compliance investigations across the U.S.  We are looking for an experienced investigator who can ensure that all matters are investigated timely, thoroughly, objectively, and that we are operating consistently across the organization.  This individual will partner with Human Resources Business Partners, Employment Law, Security, IT, and other cross-functional stakeholders.  This role is based in El Segundo, California, but flexible working arrangements may be considered.

　　What Your Impact Will Be: 

　　Conduct thorough, timely and objective investigations in response to employee concerns, including harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other violations of rules, regulations, and Mattel policy, adhering to Compliance best practices.Partner with HR Business Partners, business leaders, legal counsel, and other cross-functional stakeholders as necessary to reach an effective resolution to employee matters.Use sound judgement to produce clear, concise, and fact-based investigation notes, memos, and reports.Lead formal reviews and report outs on investigations, presenting findings and proposed resolutions.Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced, dynamic environment with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.In partnership with HR Business Partners, objectively coach employees and management through complex, difficult, and emotional issues.Ensure that all matters are entered and updated in Mattel’s centralized case management system.Partner with Compliance colleagues to identify and drive improvements within the investigative process and proactively identify opportunities for additional risk controls, education and/or refined guidelines.Partner with Sr. Director, Global Investigations & Employee Relations and local HR Business Partners on regional investigations as requested. Qualifications What We’re Looking For: 

　　Bachelor’s degree preferred, must have a minimum of 5-7 years’ experience conducting end to end investigations into complex employee matters.Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks, and work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.Experience managing difficult conversations, interactions, and interviews.Ability to quickly establish relationships and interact with employees at all levels.Ability to establish and maintain strong partnerships with cross-functional stakeholders, operating across the organization.Strong analytical, problem solving, and collaboration skills.Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.Knowledge and practical application of federal, state, and local employment law and regulations.Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves. The annual base salary range for this position is between 92k and $130k 

　　**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience.

　　Additional Information Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

　　What It’s Like to Work Here:

　　We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

　　We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.We execute: We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results. Our Approach to Flexible Work:

　　We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

　　Who We Are:

　　Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

　　Mattel is recognized for the second year in a row as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.

　　Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

　　Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, veterans, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.