71-75 Shelton Street
Covent Garden, London,
WC2H 9JQ
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Merit Based Selection
Every hiring decision at Teylu is based on demonstrable skills and relevant experience. We assess what candidates can do, not who they know or where they studied. This approach ensures we build teams of genuinely capable professionals who earn their place through proven ability.
Structured Evaluation
All candidates progress through identical assessment stages for any given role. This consistency eliminates subjective bias and ensures fair comparison. Our hiring managers follow documented criteria, scoring candidates against the same benchmarks regardless of personal impression or rapport.
Transparency
Candidates are informed of our process at the outset and receive clear feedback at each stage. We believe transparency builds trust and allows candidates to present their best work. There are no hidden criteria or undisclosed evaluation factors.
We evaluate candidates against four primary criteria, each weighted according to the specific requirements of the role being filled.
Expertise
We assess depth of knowledge and practical skill in the candidate's professional discipline. This includes technical competence, industry understanding, and the ability to apply expertise to solve real problems. We look for evidence of continuous learning and professional development.
Relevance to Role
Experience must be relevant to the position. We evaluate how directly a candidate's background aligns with the challenges they will face at Teylu. This includes sector experience, client type familiarity, and understanding of the specific demands the role entails.
Professional References
We contact references provided by candidates to verify claims and gather insight into working style, reliability, and professional conduct. References are evaluated for relevance and recency, with priority given to those who have directly managed or collaborated with the candidate.
Task Performance
All candidates complete a practical task relevant to the role they are applying for. These tasks are designed to simulate actual work they would undertake at Teylu, providing objective evidence of capability. Tasks are assessed against predetermined criteria by multiple reviewers to ensure consistency and fairness.
Stage One: Application Review
Applications are reviewed against role requirements. We assess relevant experience and demonstrated expertise from submitted materials. Candidates who meet the threshold criteria progress to the next stage.
Stage Two: Initial Conversation
A structured conversation explores the candidate's experience, motivations, and understanding of the role. This is an opportunity for mutual assessment. Candidates learn about Teylu and we learn about their approach to work.
Stage Three: Practical Task
Candidates complete a task designed to reflect genuine work challenges. Tasks are compensated for senior roles and time expectations are clearly communicated. This stage provides the clearest evidence of capability and working style.
Stage Four: Team Conversation
Candidates meet with potential colleagues to discuss the task, explore collaboration style, and assess mutual fit. This conversation focuses on how the candidate approaches problems, communicates ideas, and responds to feedback.
Stage Five: Reference Verification
We contact provided references to verify experience claims and gather additional perspective on the candidate's professional conduct and capabilities.
Stage Six: Offer
Successful candidates receive a formal offer outlining role, compensation, and terms. We provide reasonable time for consideration and welcome questions.
Agency fit at Teylu is not about personality or cultural conformity. It is about shared professional standards: commitment to quality, respect for colleagues, accountability for outcomes, and genuine care for client success.
We assess fit through observation of how candidates approach their practical task, how they communicate during conversations, and how they respond to challenge and feedback. We value diverse perspectives and working styles, recognising that different approaches strengthen our collective capability.
Every candidate who engages with our hiring process will be treated with respect and professionalism. We commit to timely communication, constructive feedback where possible, and fair treatment regardless of outcome.
This policy applies to all hiring across Teylu and Partners, without exception. Hiring managers are trained in these processes and held accountable for consistent application.
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