What is TEP?

Tenon Employer Protect is an accessible and affordable solution to the employment law and HR challenges faced by all UK employers – regardless of size. It has been developed together with our strategic HR partner, The Employment Services Partnership (ESP) who is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. We have both been frustrated for years that getting expert legal support on employment related matters was slow, expensive and steeped in jargon. Typically businesses used law firms on a per-case or retained basis – and paid dearly for the privilege. Now, Tenon Employer Protect lets you purchase legal consultancy in a better way. It is fast, affordable and easy to understand – without compromising the need for the highest quality of service and a truly personal approach. After all, why shouldn’t legal services be easy to buy – and to use?

At the heart of our service is a 24-hour advice centre staffed only by qualified, practising solicitors independently regulated by The Law Society. You can call them every day as many times as you need. They will provide practical advice on how to minimise employment problems and protect your interests at every step. And they use everyday business language – rather than confusing legal jargon.

"We have a personal team of advisors who get to know our business and our preferred method of operating. This makes a huge difference and is the main reason we selected Tenon Employer Protect over their competitors in the market."

We make life easier for you. We provide a plug-and-go, self-service HR solution with a wealth of online resources to save you time and money. Simply login and access more than 250 legally-drafted and compliant templates; best practice guides, fact-sheets, our on-line reference library, monthly case precedents and newsletters. These legal documents are simple to understand, easy to customise and updated daily. They save you a small fortune too. Many legal firms would charge you thousands of pounds for drafting or updating documentation. But with Tenon Employer Protect, these documents are continuously updated and available for you to access and/or adapt at any time.

"The website is 'second to none'. The content is fantastic and it is so easy and intuitive to use. Unlike other systems, you can find what you need immediately."

You’re covered – if the worst happens. Our online resources and telephone advice will prevent many cases from going any further. But if your case goes to court or tribunal, we'll stay at your side. An experienced barrister or solicitor will represent you and manage your defence, from start to finish. But our service is also backed by employment indemnity insurance that covers the costs of any award, settlement and legal fees incurred (including our barristers'/solicitors' fees).

"The litigation unit is first class. They have represented us on a number of occasions and the service has been excellent. They pay out under the insurance too – which is a real benefit, as the costs escalate through these proceedings with alarming pace!"

It’s all included – at an affordable price. Tenon Employer Protect offers you all the expertise and quality service of a leading City-based legal and HR consultancy practice – for a low-cost, fixed monthly price. The service is personal to you and available 24/7, providing exceptional peace of mind.