Commercial Legal Counsel

Hello! We're Teya.

Teya is a payment and software service provider, headquartered in London serving small, local businesses across Europe. Founded in 2019, we build easy to use, integrated tools that enable our members to accept payments and boost business performance.

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 with 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.

Your Mission

At Teya, we’re building the future of fintech for small businesses, and our Legal team is a trusted partner in enabling that growth. As Commercial Legal Counsel, you’ll play a key role in supporting the legal function across a wide range of matters – from commercial contracts and corporate governance to regulatory advice and dispute resolution. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative, high-impact team and help shape the legal foundations of a rapidly scaling business.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a collaborative, agile, solutions-driven and rapidly growing legal team.

• Work closely with stakeholders across the business, as a core part of the legal and procurement review process.

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including intra-group and third-party supplier contracts, partnership deals, and technology arrangements.

• Provide legal input on strategic initiatives, product launches, and cross-border projects, ensuring alignment with regulatory and commercial objectives.

• Collaborate with external counsel on complex or specialised matters.

• Help develop and maintain legal templates, playbooks, and internal processes to drive efficiency and scalability.

• Provide general legal support across other areas, including disputes and regulatory matters, as needed.

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales preferred) with 2-3 years PQE, ideally gained in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal team.

• Strong experience in commercial law, with the ability to manage a varied and dynamic workload.

• Fintech, payments, or broader financial services experience is highly desirable.

• Excellent communication skills with a commercial, pragmatic and solutions-oriented mindset.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with shifting priorities.

• A collaborative team player who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and get involved.

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 Wellhub 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

Teya is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or background can thrive and do their best work. We believe that a diverse team leads to better ideas, stronger outcomes, and a more supportive workplace for all.

If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process whether for interviews, assessments, or other parts of the application—we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring that every candidate has a fair and accessible experience with us.

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