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Teya supports small, local businesses with smart, seamless solutions to help them thrive. From the first sale to full-scale service, we simplify the everyday and celebrate every win. We’re here to create heart-warming moments, power communities and make sure small doesn’t mean second best. Join us to help build something that truly matters.
At Teya we believe small, local businesses are the lifeblood of our communities.
We’re here because we don’t believe there’s a level playing field that gives small businesses a fighting chance against the giants of the high street.
We’re here because we see banks and legacy service providers making things harder for them. We don’t think the best technology or the best service should be reserved for those with the biggest headquarters.
We’re here to fight for a future where small, local businesses can thrive, and to commit the same dedication they offer all of us.
Become a part of our story.
We’re looking for exceptional talent to join our mission. We offer a chance to create impact in a high-energy and connected culture, while benefiting from continuous learning opportunities, a supportive community which is proud to serve our mission, and comprehensive benefits.
Job DescriptionYour Mission
We are looking for an experienced Employment Counsel for a one-year maternity contract. The successful candidate will provide expert legal guidance on a wide range of employment law matters. This role involves advising on day-to-day workplace issues, employee relations, and compliance with employment legislation. The successful candidate will also offer strategic legal advice to business leaders on evolving employment trends, legal risks, and workforce management initiatives. This is a key advisory position requiring a strong understanding of labour laws and the ability to support business objectives through practical, solutions-focused counsel.
In this role, you will:
Lead on day-to-day employment law matters, providing timely and pragmatic legal advice on issues such as dismissals, grievances, workplace investigations, recruitment, performance management, and other employee lifecycle matters.
Manage employment disputes, including handling pre-litigation strategy, negotiating and advising on settlement agreements, and overseeing the defence of claims, including employment tribunal proceedings where applicable.
Draft and review employment-related documentation, such as employment and consultancy agreements, HR policies, internal procedures, and training materials, ensuring they are legally sound and aligned with business needs.
Advise on employment aspects of strategic business decisions, including employee transfers (TUPE), outsourcing arrangements, restructuring, and headcount reductions, working closely with HR and business leadership.
Deliver training and legal updates to the People Team and wider business on employment law developments, policy changes, and best practices to enhance legal awareness and compliance.
Manage external counsel relationships efficiently, ensuring advice is tailored, cost-effective, and aligned with internal expectations and budgets.
Take a proactive role in process improvement, helping to identify and implement initiatives that enhance legal risk mitigation, promote compliance, and support overall operational efficiency.
Provide support on legal matters outside the employment sphere, as required by evolving business needs, in coordination with the broader legal team.
Your Story
UK-Qualified Solicitor with 4-6 years’ PQE
You will be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with a solid grounding in UK employment law, ideally gained through a combination of private practice and in-house experience. Your experience should demonstrate your ability to work independently and take ownership of complex legal matters while also collaborating effectively within a team setting.
Experience Advising Fast-Paced, High-Growth Global Businesses
You should have experience advising organisations undergoing rapid growth and change, where legal advice must be delivered at pace, with commercial awareness and sensitivity to evolving business priorities. Familiarity with cross-border employment issues and working within multinational structures will be advantageous.
Proven Ability to Engage with Key Stakeholders
Demonstrated experience in building trusted relationships with key stakeholders across HR, leadership, and other business functions. You must be confident in presenting legal advice in a clear, concise, and business-friendly manner, and comfortable influencing decision-making at all levels of the organisation.
Ability to Manage a Varied and Dynamic Workload
The role demands excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. You’ll be expected to balance a broad range of tasks—from urgent employee relations queries to complex legal reviews—while maintaining a high standard of work and responsiveness.
Adaptability to Support Broader Legal Areas as Needed
While the role is focused on employment law, flexibility to provide ad hoc support on general commercial or corporate legal matters from time to time is essential. You should be a team player with a can-do attitude, ready to contribute to the wider goals of the legal function as required.Strong Skills in Drafting, Negotiation, Legal Analysis and Problem-Solving
You must possess excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills, with the ability to distil complex legal issues into clear advice. A practical and proactive problem-solver, you will help identify risks early, recommend solutions, and enable the business to move forward with confidence.
The Perks
Physical and mental health support through our partnership with GymPass giving free access to over 1,500 gyms in the UK, 1-1 therapy, meditation sessions, digital fitness and nutrition apps
Cycle-to-Work Scheme
Health and Life Insurance
Pension Scheme
25 days of Annual Leave (+ Bank Holidays)
Office snacks every day
Friendly, comfortable and informal office environment in Central London
Teya Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Private medical coverage (e.g., Bupa in the UK), supportive sick pay, and access to wellbeing platforms like Gympass/Wellhub feature prominently in the package. Feedback suggests these elements are consistently valued across key European locations.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous annual leave in UK examples and supportive sick pay provide solid time-off provisions. Feedback suggests paid time away from work is a notable strong point.
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Flexible Benefits — Hybrid working and the option to work from abroad for a limited number of days are commonly available. Feedback suggests day-to-day flexibility is a standout perk for many roles.
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What We Do
At Teya, we believe small, local businesses are the heartbeat of every community. Teya was founded to help small, local businesses thrive. We exist to make business smoother, simpler, and more rewarding for the people who keep our communities alive. That means exceptional support, intuitive solutions, and a team truly invested in our Members’ success. To us, they’re more than customers – they’re part of a community built on trust and shared ambition. That’s why we proudly say: “Member since.” It’s our way of honouring every relationship and building a stronger, more connected future together.
Why Work With Us
We’re a fast-growing European fintech helping small, local businesses thrive. We value simplicity, teamwork, and impact. At Teya, you’ll join a diverse, passionate team where ideas matter, growth is encouraged, and every action helps real people and communities succeed, every single day.
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