Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Law

The University of Law; Leeds; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Scheme

Life Assurance

Contributory Pension Scheme

Course Sponsorship/Fee Discount

Season Ticket Loans

Student Discounts

35 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Job summary

The University of Law is seeking a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer to deliver high-quality teaching at its Leeds campus, guiding students and supporting their development. This role welcomes lawyers transitioning into academia or education enthusiasts building a career in legal education.

We offer full-time (35 hours) or part-time (minimum 0.6 FTE) roles, with responsibilities spanning assessment, feedback, content design, and pastoral support for learners.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Postgraduate qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject or willingness to work towards.
• Fellowship of Advance HE (HEA) or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and support for learning, working collaboratively with colleagues to continuously enhance teaching and student support, while assessing student work and progress through the preparation and marking of formative and summative assessments, and providing constructive feedback and feedforward.
• Identify the need for developing the content, structure, assessment within modules with colleagues and make proposals on how this should be achieved.
• Contribute to effective design and review of inclusive learning. Maintain quality standards and regulations in curricular design.
• Act as a module lecturer, academic coach and sign-post students on pastoral aspects during their learning journey.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Assessment and feedback

Student support

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent

Postgraduate qualification or equivalent

Fellowship of Advance HE (HEA) or willingness

PgCHE or equivalent

Job description

As we continue to grow, we're looking for a talented Lecturer/Senior Lecturer to join our thriving team at our centrally located Leeds campus. This is an exciting opportunity for qualified lawyers (solicitors and barristers) who are passionate about inspiring the next generation of legal professionals and delivering an exceptional student experience. At The University of Law, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of legal education, helping students develop the skills, confidence and knowledge they need to succeed in their careers. Whether you're ready to transition from legal practice into academia or looking to build a rewarding career in legal education, you'll join a collaborative and supportive team where your expertise will make a lasting impact.

We offer full-time, permanent roles working 35 hours per week and are also open to considering candidates seeking part-time hours at minimum commitment of 0.6 FTE (21 hours per week).

As a Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer At ULaw, You Will

• Deliver high-quality teaching and support for learning, working collaboratively with colleagues to continuously enhance teaching and student support, while assessing student work and progress through the preparation and marking of formative and summative assessments, and providing constructive feedback and feedforward.
• Identify the need for developing the content, structure, assessment within modules with colleagues and make proposals on how this should be achieved.
• Contribute to effective design and review of inclusive learning. Maintain quality standards and regulations in curricular design.
• Act as a module lecturer, academic coach and sign-post students on pastoral aspects during their learning journey.

Is this you?

Do you bring a strong breadth and depth of professional experience within your discipline, with the ability to design and deliver high-quality teaching programmes while providing impactful student support?

Requirements For Lecturer Positions

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant subject
• Fellowship of Advance HE (HEA) or equivalent or willingness to work towards
• Relevant teaching qualification or willingness to work towards PGCHE

Requirements For Senior Lecturer Positions

• Postgraduate qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject
• Fellowship of Advance HE (HEA)
• PgCHE or equivalent

Closing date for application is 4th October 2026. Please note: the panel for these roles will be interviewing candidates on receipt of their applications and may close the advert early due to large volumes of applications.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary of £40,500–£42,500 for Lecturers and £49,000–£54,000 for Senior Lecturers, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement of 35 days plus Bank Holidays, along with a rewards package that includes:

• Private Medical Scheme and Life Assurance
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Training and Qualifications (including Course Sponsorship/Fee Discount)
• Season Ticket Loans and Student Discounts

Our Approach

We are committed to ensuring our workforce is reflective of our diverse student population, striving to increase the representation of age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background of our employees.

We’re also committed to providing adjustments to those who may require support with the recruitment process - please contact the ULaw Talent Acquisition Team [e-mail].

Please note: For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licenced sponsor.