Lecturer in Law (Education)

SOAS University of London; London; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

SOAS University of London is seeking a Lecturer in Law (Education) for a permanent position in Bloomsbury, London. The successful candidate will teach core law modules, supervise dissertations and enhance the clinical programme. SOAS offers a competitive salary and rich benefits including generous holiday entitlement, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Flexible Working Arrangements

Generous occupational pension scheme

Learning and Development opportunities

Health and Well-being Initiatives

Enhanced Family Leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching law modules such as Criminal Law, Contract Law, Public Law.
• Interest in legal practices related to Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
• Collaborative and collegial in working with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Teach compulsory modules and conduct team-taught modules across the School of Law.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations.
• Strengthen clinical programme bridging curriculum with legal practice.

Skills

Pedagogic scholarship

Education

Fellow of the HEA/Advance HE

Job description

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Base pay range

Job title: Lecturer in Law (Education)

Department: Law

Contract Type: Permanent

Grade: 8

Salary: £51,248.57 - £60,268.57 per annum, Inclusive of London Allowance

Location: Bloomsbury, London (successful candidates must be based in the UK)

Hours: 35 hours

SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the School which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges.

[ About the Role]

We are looking for Law Lecturer (Academic and Education Route) for this 1.0 FTE permanent position. The role holder will be expected to convene modules and contribute to our portfolio of law teaching. In particular, the role holder will teach across one or two compulsory modules (comprised of Criminal Law, Contract Law, Public Law, Property Law, Tort Law, and European Union Law). The role holder will also co-convene and teach on various clinical and vocationally-oriented modules. The role holder, working alongside our current Director of Clinics and Careers, will help strengthen our clinical programme, bridging our curriculum with legal practice and strengthening our partnerships with stakeholders beyond the university sector. It is desirable for the role holder to have practiced English law and have interest or expertise in legal practice or scholarship mandate regions (Africa, Asia, and the Middle East) or their diasporas. The role holder will also be expected to contribute to team-taught modules across the School of Law, to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations, and to work in a collegial and collaborative manner with staff across the Department. Since this is an education-focused position, there is no expectation for the role holder to engage in research, although pedagogic scholarship in support of teaching is desirable.

Please note: It would be desirable for the role holder to be a Fellow of the HEA/ Advance HE but, if not, SOAS will support them in applying to Advance HE.

[About the Department]

The School of Law at SOAS is a world-leading, research-led department, ranked 1st in the UK 2021 Research Excellence Framework for Research Outputs and 6th Overall.

The School of Law is the only one of its kind in the UK–dedicated to legal systems and legal challenges of the developing world, with complementary strengths in human rights, international law and institutions, environmental law and international trade and commerce. We have unrivalled expertise and produce world-leading research in comparative law (China, Africa, South/South-East Asia, the Middle East), complemented by specialists in international and transnational law, human rights, transnational commercial law, environmental law and socio-legal method. The intellectual community at SOAS is vibrant and globally oriented. The School of Law is home to a range of specialist law centres, which put on events regularly throughout the year. Additionally, the student Law Society is active and hosts career and social events. All of our students are taught by academic thought leaders, practicing lawyers, and other experts from across a range of disciplines

[About you]

You can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities, which can be found on the SOAS website

What We Offer

We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your well-being and work-life balance:

• Generous Holiday Entitlement: Benefit from 44 days of holiday (30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and 6 closure days over Christmas and Easter) to ensure ample time for rest and relaxation.
• Flexible Working Arrangements: We recognise the importance of flexibility and offer options to help you manage your professional and personal commitments effectively.
• Generous occupational pension scheme: To provide financial security for your future
• Learning and Development: We are dedicated to your professional growth and development and offer diverse learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Health and Well-being Initiatives: Take advantage of our cycle to work scheme, eye tests, and season ticket loan to support your health and mobility.
• Enhanced Family Leave: We offer enhanced maternity, paternity & partner leave, and shared parental leave to support you during significant life events.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access our confidential EAP for advice and support whenever needed.
• Discounted Gym Membership: Maintain your fitness with our discounted gym membership.
  
  

How To Apply

Please complete the online application form and upload your CV publications, and a supporting statement

Closing date: 11th July 2025

Interviews to be held: Beginning week of 21st July

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Further information

Successful candidates will need to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK or have limited leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with SOAS, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

We are able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.

If you have any questions or require any assistance with regard to the application process, please contact us via the HR Contact Form | SOAS

For information on how and why SOAS processes personal data about its job applicants, please read our Job Applicant Notice.

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