General Counsel Risk and Compliance LeadHead Office - Caerphilly / TamworthWe''re looking for a General Counsel to join us here at phs Group (a Bidvest Company), the leading hygiene services provider in the UK, Spain, and Ireland. It''s a fantastic opportunity for a qualified solicitor with a current practicing certificate to join a market-leading business.The General Counsel serves as the chief legal advisor to the organisation, overseeing all legal, regulatory, and compliance matters. In addition, this role leads the enterprise risk management strategy, ensuring the organisation operates within legal frameworks and proactively mitigates risks. The role is pivotal in safeguarding the company''s reputation, ensuring ethical governance, and supporting strategic decision-making. The role also includes serving as a Pension Trustee, safeguarding the interests of pension scheme members and ensuring the scheme is managed in accordance with legal and fiduciary duties. It also includes managing the annual insurance renewal process and supporting Bidvest with various legal, CSR and ESG requirementsKey Responsibilities Legal Leadership Provide expert legal advice to the executive team and board on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters.Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.Represent the company in legal proceedings and manage external counsel relationships.Lead the legal department, setting objectives and managing performance.Risk ManagementDev