Corporate Governance Director

Corporate Governance Director

Location: Hybrid within service area states of DE, PA, MD, OH, VA, NC, GA or FL with periodic travel as needed

What makes us great...

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

Your role in our success:

This position plays a pivotal role responsible for managing the Company's day-to-day governance activities. This role involves working closely with the Company's senior management team on corporate governance matters, public company disclosure requirements, subsidiary compliance, and transactional governance matters.

What you'll be working on:

• Leads and manages day-to-day corporate governance activities, including oversight of entity
  management, vendor relationships, disclosure obligations, and coordination of special projects.
• Represents the organization in external governance forums and industry events, maintaining awareness
  of emerging trends, regulatory developments, and best practices.
• Directs governance-related data responses to external auditors, regulatory bodies, and financial
  institutions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with internal controls.
• Supports Board and Committee activities, including meeting preparation, documentation, and
  coordination across a wide range of governance-related processes.
• Provides strategic governance support to business units, contributing to growth initiatives,
  transformation efforts, and cross-functional projects.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders on best practices and strategies that integrate
  corporate governance into business strategy and operations.
• Provides creative thinking to identify and implement cutting-edge mechanisms in carrying out the
  assigned responsibilities.
• Oversees the development and tracking of metrics and governance analytics, and performs external
  benchmarking to ensure top performance.
• Assists with compliance of SEC and stock exchange regulations, which includes preparing the proxy
  statement and other reports.

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Admin, Finance, Economics, Law or similar
• 10 years of relevant business experience in a public company.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Influential leadership skills and strong ability to cross-collaborate.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and ability to adapt to new technology platforms.
• Strong strategic thinking and operational awareness are necessary to align governance with business
  objectives.
• Strong organization and project management skills.
• Ability to process vast amounts of information, monitor an ever-changing environment, and align processes and systems to maintain integrity and controls.
• Regular Driver's License
• Paralegal credential is a plus.

What's in it for you...

• Flexible work arrangement
• Competitive base salary based on successful candidate's background as it relates to the job requirements as well as internal equity considerations
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com