About the position
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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 groups.
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Benefits
- 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.
- 401K with a generous company match.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Assistance with Professional Credentialing.
- Referral Bonuses.
- Employee Discount Programs.
