Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Law

The University of Law; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Scheme and Life

Contributory Pension Scheme

Training and Qualifications (Course S:

Season Ticket Loans and Student Discos

Job summary

The University of Law in Nottingham is seeking qualified lawyers to join as Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Law. You will deliver high-quality teaching, assess students, and contribute to inclusive curricular design while supporting learners through varied modules.

Senior Lecturers will lead educational initiatives, mentor colleagues, and shape learning experiences across the vocational team. Flexible hours and a strong practice-to-teaching pathway are offered.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Senior Lecturers will have a sustained track record of educational practice and leadership, demonstrating significant expertise in design, teaching, assessment, student support, mentoring and developing colleagues, and leading educational initiatives.

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 delivery

Assessment

Curriculum design

Student support

Module lecturer

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant subject

Fellowship of Advance HE (HEA) or equivalent or willingness to work towards

Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards PGCHE

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for qualified lawyers who are passionate about inspiring the next generation of legal professionals and delivering an exceptional student experience.

As we continue to grow, we're looking to recruit Lecturers/Senior Lecturer in Law to join our thriving Vocational team at our Nottingham campus.

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 Are Particularly Interested In Receiving Applications From Qualified Lawyers (solicitors And Barristers) With Experience In One Or More Of The Following Areas

• Wills & Inheritance Tax
• Solicitors Accounts
• Land/Property, Contract
• Tort, Civil Litigation
• Business & Commercial
• Intellectual Property

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.

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

Senior Lecturers will have a sustained track record of educational practice and leadership, demonstrating significant expertise in design, teaching, assessment, student support, mentoring and developing colleagues, and leading educational initiatives that enhance the quality of learning, teaching and the student experience.

As well as demonstrable experience you will also need to fulfil one of the various qualification paths outlined here

Our delivery model operates on a 5-over-7-day working pattern, which may include evenings and weekends, reflecting the flexible way our students learn.

Closing date for application is 15th November 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

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].

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.

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.