Legal Counsel

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London, Greater London, England
1-3 Years Experience
Fintech • Payments • Financial Services
The Role
The Junior Legal Counsel will provide legal advice primarily in commercial and employment law, draft and negotiate agreements, assist with employment matters, liaise with local counsel, and support process improvements within the legal team. The role requires a hands-on and pragmatic approach to legal issues in a growing fintech environment.
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Company Description

Teya exists to make sure that every small and growing business in Europe has the opportunity to thrive. We want to become Europe’s go-to software solution for these businesses, simplifying their every day and helping them reconnect with the joy of running their business. Teya was born in 2019 and is home to over 1,000 employees in 15+ countries. We've built a fast-paced, energetic, and innovative environment that is dedicated to bringing the best solutions to customers.

Job Description

We require a junior Legal Counsel to work across Teya Legal team, but with experience in commercial and employment legal work. Responsibilities would include:

  • Working with senior members of the legal team to provide day-to-day advice to the Teya business on a broad range of issues, but with a particular focus on employment, commercial and corporate law matters.
  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements to support the wider business.
  • Assisting with a variety of employment matters, including implementation and administration of the Company's employee incentive schemes, recruitment, disciplinary and grievance matters, and employment tribunal proceedings.
  • Liaising with local counsel and local teams within the Teya network.
  • Supporting with building and improving processes in the team and how it works with the business.
  • Assisting with training stakeholders and leaders in respect of legal issues and best practice.

As Teya continues its rapid growth trajectory, we are faced with new demands on a daily basis. This is especially true in the legal sphere, where the team constantly deals with interesting challenges. The successful candidate will be joining a dynamic team and be given the flexibility to work on all aspects of legal and regulatory matters.

Qualifications

  • Qualified solicitor (0-1 PQE) in England and Wales
  • Fluency in English
  • An interest in the in-house legal world and the fintech industry
  • Hands-on attitude and ability to take initiative
  • Pragmatic and commercial approach to legal issues; ability to problem solve and think strategically in helping Teya achieve its goals
  • Solutions-oriented approach to legal and commercial risk
  • Effective communication skills and an ability to work effectively with the wider business

Additional Information

The Perks

  • We trust you, so we offer flexible working hours, as long it suits both you and your team; 
  • 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; 
  • Our company offers extended and improved maternity and paternity leave choices, giving employees more flexibility and support; 
  • 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. 
The Company
London
848 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2019

What We Do

Born in 2019, we are a pan-European company with a global presence. We've built a fast-paced, energetic, and innovative environment, always aiming to put our customers first. We build tools to unlock hassle-free payments, better business management, new and returning customers, all on fair terms. Our all-in-one offering is designed to simplify the everyday and unlock growth potential, to free them from the stuff that takes the joy out of doing business. Join us in building the technology solution that businesses deserve

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