Clinical Law Tutor & Live-Client Supervisor

University of Sunderland; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 49 days’ holiday

Award-winning staff networks

Lifestyle benefits

Health and well-being support

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A prestigious UK university seeks an Academic Tutor (Supervising Solicitor) to enhance clinical legal education at its Student Law Clinic. The role involves supervising students engaged in live client casework, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while providing legal advice. Candidates should be qualified solicitors or barristers with strong mentoring skills. The position offers flexible hours of up to 8 per week and numerous benefits, including generous holiday allowances and health support.

Qualifications

• Must have a current practising certificate.
• Recent legal practice experience required.
• Experience in mentoring and supervising legal work.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support students in the Law Clinic.
• Review and approve student work before advice is given.
• Provide legal advice to clients in a clinical setting.

Skills

Legal practice supervision

Mentoring and training

Clinical legal education

Regulatory compliance

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister

Job description

A prestigious UK university seeks an Academic Tutor (Supervising Solicitor) to enhance clinical legal education at its Student Law Clinic. The role involves supervising students engaged in live client casework, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while providing legal advice. Candidates should be qualified solicitors or barristers with strong mentoring skills. The position offers flexible hours of up to 8 per week and numerous benefits, including generous holiday allowances and health support.