Director - Global Risk

Location: 

King Of Prussia, PA, US, 19406

Workplace Environment:  Hybrid
Company:  UGI Corporation

Requisition Number: 26323 

UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI) is a holding company that distributes and markets energy products and services through our subsidiaries and the company’s common stock is a balanced growth and income investment. UGI Corporation has paid common dividends for more than 135 consecutive years.

 

In addition to a challenging career and competitive compensation, our employees enjoy:

 

Generous and Family-friendly Health & Welfare Benefits Including:

•    Medical, Vision, and Dental Plans 
•    Optional Health Savings Account
•    Optional Dependent Care Savings Account
•    Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
•    Work from home policy
•    Employee Assistance Program

 

Additional Benefits Include:

•    401K with a generous company match
•    Tuition Reimbursement
•    Assistance with Professional Credentialing
•    Referral Bonuses
•    Employee Discount Programs

Position Summary: The Director, Global Risk has responsibilities for day-to-day management of the Integrated Risk Management
(IRM) program working collaboratively with the Global Risk and Compliance teams and many other
stakeholders. The Director, Global Risk will be responsible for assessing organizational risks, and developing and
implementing risk management framework and strategies across multiple business units in a global
environment. This role will assist in identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial, operational, regulatory,
and strategic risk, and aligning risk management practices with corporate objectives. This position will report
to the VP Global Risk and Compliance and work closely with the business unit management teams, and external
stakeholders to safeguard UGI’s assets and reputation. This role will prepare regular risk reporting for the VP
Global Risk and Compliance, the UGI Executive Leadership Team, the Corporate Risk Committee and the Board.


Essential Functions:

Strategic Risk Governance

    • Assist the VP – Global Risk and Compliance in executing the enterprise-wide risk management strategy.
    • Help design and implement the comprehensive enterprise risk management framework, including governance
      structure, policies and procedures, and assessment methodologies

Risk Management

    • Identify, assess, and mitigate financial, operational, regulatory, and strategic risks across business units.
    • Develop integrated risk management analytical tools, conduct risk assessments, and scenario analyses to
      evaluate potential threats and opportunities.
    • Collaborate with business unit leaders to integrate risk management into decision-making processes

Risk Reporting and Communication

    • Develop and deliver comprehensive risk intelligence through executive dashboards, assessments, and mitigation
      effectiveness reporting.
    • Provide risk reporting and analysis to the VP – Global Risk and Compliance and escalate critical risks when
      necessary.
    • Promote organizational risk awareness by effectively communicating complex risk concepts and implementing
      targeted training programs.
    • Establish collaboration with subsidiary IRM leaders, key business processes and other functional grou

Crisis Management and Business Continuity

    • Support crisis management and business continuity planning efforts working with each business unit team.
    • Direct cross-functional responses to significant risk events and emerging threats to minimize business impact

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

  • Comprehensive understanding of corporate governance principles and industry-specific risks
  • Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and analytical skills with experience managing risks across multiple business
    units, risk interrelations, and interplay with emerging risks.
  • Expertise in regulatory compliance, financial risk analysis, and operational risk mitigation
  • Ability to anticipate emerging risks and translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business solutions
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with an ability to influence organizational culture
  • Project and change management expertise for complex, enterprise-wide initiatives
  • Advanced written and verbal communication skills for diverse stakeholders

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in risk management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
    (master’s degree preferred).
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in risk management, compliance, or related fields,
    preferably within the energy sector
  • CRMA, CPA, CISO, or other equivalent industry-specific risk or compliance certification
    Other: Ability to travel to business unit locations as required for business operations and industry
    engagements.

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All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

UGI Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.


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