About the Role
The role requires a self-starter comfortable working autonomously, providing clear and decisive advice, and managing competing priorities in a fast-moving, international environment. This role will contribute to Teads' broader transformation agenda, including the responsible implementation of AI and digital tools within the employment context.
Responsibilities
- Officially preside over the Comité Social et Économique (CSE) meetings in France, acting as the primary representative of the company and management.
- Independently define, draft, and set the agenda (ordre du jour) for all CSE sessions in compliance with French labor law timelines.
- Take full, ultimate responsibility for creating, reviewing, and managing all official documentation, legal notices, and mandatory reports required for the CSE.
- Lead discussions and negotiations with employee representatives and trade unions, ensuring a constructive social climate while protecting company interests.
- Partner closely with local HR teams who will support operationally by preparing draft responses to employee questions, while maintaining final oversight and ownership of the collective relationship and its documentation.
- Monitor global legal developments and advise on cross-jurisdictional compliance.
- Standardize and update global employment contract templates and separation agreements.
- Develop and maintain compliant employment policies and internal training materials.
- Provide pragmatic legal advice on employee grievances, investigations, and daily P&C queries.
- Manage regional litigation, terminations, and claims, coordinating with external counsel as needed.
- Research global employment law trends and provide actionable summaries to key stakeholders.
- Track regulations regarding AI, workplace tech, and data practices across EMEA.
- Support the legal implementation of AI, automation, and digital HR initiatives.
- Collaborate with privacy and product teams on AI governance and employment data protection.
- Advise on legal implications of AI-driven HR tools and workforce monitoring programs.
Requirements
- Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with EMEA experience, specifically in France.
- Professional fluency in French and English for daily legal drafting and communication.
- 4–6 years of dedicated employment law experience, including French labor law.
- Experience supporting global businesses across multiple jurisdictions.
- Self-starter capable of working autonomously and providing commercial, risk-aware advice.
- Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear guidance for all stakeholders.
- Submit CV in English.
Skills
- French Labor Relations
- CSE Governance
- Legal Drafting
- Employment Law
- French Labor Law
- Cross-jurisdictional Compliance
- AI and Technology Legal Implementation
- Privacy Law
- Data Protection
- Litigation Management
Location
- London, UK
Work Type
- Full-time
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 4-6 years
Education Level
- Qualified solicitor (or equivalent)
About the Company
- Teads is a leading omnichannel advertising platform focused on driving outcomes for brand and performance advertisers across screens.
- Leverages predictive AI technology to connect quality media, beautiful brand creative, and context-driven addressability and measurement.
- Directly partnered with more than 10,000 publishers and 20,000 advertisers globally.
- Headquartered in New York, New York with a global team of around 1,700 people in 30+ countries.
- Teads has merged two open internet category leaders—Outbrain and Teads—to create a unified omnichannel platform that drives results from branding to performance across all screens, including CTV, mobile, and web.
- Offers a collaborative and forward-thinking environment that fosters innovation, creative problem-solving, and continuous learning.
- Committed to employee success, offering support, tools, and development opportunities.
- Company culture is welcoming, dynamic, diverse, global, and built on top performance.
- Team is made up of individuals who are approachable, resourceful, passionate, and proactive.
- Fosters a sense of belonging through Employee Resource Groups.
Equal Opportunity
- Teads is an equal employment opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion at all stages of recruitment and employment.
