Lecturer in Law

University of Salford; Salford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Salford Business School is seeking an experienced Lecturer in Law for a 2-year fixed-term role. Contribute to the development of innovative undergraduate and postgraduate programmes while engaging in research and external activities. The position offers flexible working options, a competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave – 32 days plus bank holidays and Christmas break

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing support including counselling and fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Experienced in higher education teaching, especially in Equity and Trusts or Family Law.
• Willingness to teach foundational legal subjects.

Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering modules, including assessment setting and marking.
• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations.
• Applying scholarship to teaching, research, and external activities.

Skills

Higher education teaching experience

Equity and Trusts

Family Law

Job description

Salford Business School is seeking an experienced Lecturer in Law to join our growing Law Subject Group on a 2-year fixed-term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a school investing significantly in its growth and development of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The ideal candidate will have higher education teaching experience, preferably with a focus on Equity and Trusts and/or Family Law, and a willingness to teach other foundational legal subjects. Key responsibilities include:

1. Designing and delivering modules, including assessment setting and marking;
2. Supervising student projects, including undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations;
3. Applying scholarship to teaching, research, and external activities.

About Salford Business School

Our mission is to empower our diverse community by inspiring curiosity, building confidence, and nurturing resilience to support personal and professional growth. We connect education, enterprise, and research with industry, the region, and global partners.

Law at Salford Business School is known for rigorous legal education with a focus on employability. Our staff are supportive and engaged, with a shared vision for excellence and a hands-on approach to teaching. We are evolving our offerings to include Law Tech and automation impacts on legal services. Our pro bono initiatives, including SILKS and the Salford Law Clinic, are expanding community outreach activities.

What’s in it for you?

Our benefits package, available via MySalford, can be tailored to your lifestyle. The role is based at Peel Park campus, with flexible working options to support work/life balance. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and excellent pension scheme
• Generous annual leave – 32 days plus bank holidays, Christmas break, and options to buy more
• Professional development – comprehensive training and growth opportunities
• Wellbeing support – services and facilities for mental and physical health, including Employee Assistance Programme, counselling, sports, fitness facilities, and discounted gym memberships