Director, Ethics & Compliance

UGI Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home

Health benefits

HSA option

Dependent care savings

Paid leave

EAP

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Credentialing support

Referral bonuses

Discount programs

Job summary

UGI Corporation is seeking a Director, Ethics & Compliance to lead the global ethics and compliance program across the U.S. enterprise and international operations.

This high-visibility role reports to the Vice President & Deputy General Counsel and shapes policy, training, and due diligence. You will oversee sanctions and trade compliance (OFAC, EU, UK), develop risk assessments, and partner with business units, Legal, HR, Internal Audit, and the Board’s Audit Committee to drive improvements

Qualifications

• 12–15+ years of ethics and compliance experience, including senior leadership roles.
• Experience in regulated, multi-jurisdictional environments (energy/utility/industrial a plus).
• Deep knowledge of DOJ guidance, FCPA, OFAC, EU/UK compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own global compliance program framework, risk assessment, and policy governance.
• Lead sanctions/trade compliance across OFAC, BIS, EU, UK and interface with European operations.
• Oversee anti-corruption programs (FCPA, UK Bribery Act, Sapin II) and third‑party due diligence.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Global investigations

Policy governance

Sanctions/compliance

Board communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

J.D./MBA preferred

Tools

NAVEX Global

Job description

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

Job Summary:

As Director, Ethics & Compliance, you will serve as UGI's senior compliance leader, responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously strengthening our ethics and compliance program across the U.S. enterprise and globally — spanning Corporate headquarters, all business units and future market expansions.

This is a high-visibility role that requires the ability to operate confidently across diverse regulatory frameworks and cultures. Reporting to the Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, you will provide strategic leadership and day-to-day operational management of the full compliance lifecycle with regular interaction with key stakeholders, including Business Unit Presidents, Function Heads and the Board's Audit Committee.

Responsibilities:

• Own the global compliance program framework, risk assessment, and policy governance, including the Code of Business Conduct.
• Oversee sanctions/trade compliance (OFAC, BIS, EU, UK), including screening processes and the interface with UGI's European trading and commercial operations.
• Lead UGI's global anti-corruption program (FCPA, UK Bribery Act, French Sapin II) and a risk-based third-party due diligence program for distributors, agents, and high-risk vendors.
• Design and deliver enterprise-wide compliance training and foster a speak‑up culture.
• Provide guidance on ethics investigations from intake through resolution.
• Partner with key stakeholders, including Business Unit Presidents, Legal, HR, Internal Audit, Risk, and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors on compliance strategy and reporting.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor's degree required; J.D., M.B.A., or other advanced degree preferred.
• 12–15+ years of progressive ethics and compliance experience, including at least 5 years in a senior compliance leadership role within a regulated, complex, multi-jurisdictional enterprise (energy, utilities, or industrial sector experience a plus).
• Demonstrated expertise in global investigations, multi-jurisdictional policy governance, enterprise risk assessment, and sanctions/anti-corruption compliance.
• Deep working knowledge of DOJ Corporate Compliance Guidance, FCPA, OFAC regulations, and the U.S. Federal Sentencing Guidelines, as well as European compliance requirements (EU Whistleblower Directive, Sapin II, UK Bribery Act, GDPR).
• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority, and to communicate complex compliance matters with clarity to Board-level and business audiences.
• Sound judgment, the highest personal integrity, and the discretion and courage to navigate sensitive matters independently.

Preferred

• Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or equivalent certification.
• Experience with publicly traded, complex U.S. and global operating structures.
• Familiarity with compliance management technology platforms (e.g., NAVEX Global, EthicsPoint, third-party due diligence and e-learning systems).
• Experience working within a European Works Council environment and EU employee consultation requirements.
• Energy or utilities sector regulatory experience (FERC, CFTC, state PUC compliance, pipeline safety).

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.