Senior Lecturer in Law

University of Hertfordshire; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK seeks a Senior Lecturer in Law to deliver teaching across LLM BAR modules and contribute to the research community. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and commitment to student care. Candidates should possess advanced degrees and relevant teaching experience, coupled with strong communication skills and the ability to enhance learning through technology. The appointment includes additional benefits such as generous annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible location opportunities

Discounted Sports Village memberships

Free Active Staff sessions

Personal and professional development

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching LLM BAR modules: Professional Ethics, Trial Advocacy, Criminal Litigation.
• Ideally possess practical legal experience.
• Commitment towards teaching and learning development.

Responsibilities

• Teach on various LLM BAR modules and assist other Module Leaders.
• Develop the School’s teaching initiatives.
• Provide pastoral care to students.

Skills

Teaching experience at postgraduate level

Proficiency in English language

Strong self-management

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to use technology in teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law

Master’s degree in Law

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Post Title: Senior Lecturer in Law; SBU/Department: Hertfordshire Law School; FTE: 1.0fte working 37 hours per week; Duration of Contract: Permanent; Salary: UH8 £46,049 - £58,225 per annum by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience; Annual Leave: 30 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year; Location: De Havilland Campus, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield.

Main duties and responsibilities

Teaching and Programme Development

• Teach on our LLM BAR modules: Professional Ethics, Trial Advocacy, and Criminal Litigation, Evidence, and Sentencing; assist and support other Module Leaders on the LLM Bar Programme; potentially lead a module yourself.
• Work co-operatively and supportively as part of the School's teaching team, including off-campus student outreach and recruitment activities such as open days where required.
• Work closely with the Associate Deans, Head of Department, and Programme Leaders to develop the School’s teaching and learning initiatives and ensure the currency and innovative nature of the curriculum.

Research

• Contribute to the ongoing development of the School’s research community and pursue a programme of research to a standard appropriate for consideration under the Research Excellence Framework (REF), including the ability to secure external funding opportunities.

Pastoral Support

• Contribute to the School’s academic and pastoral care of students and to their learning, personal development and achievement, particularly through acting as a Personal Tutor.

Skills and experience required

• Teaching experience at postgraduate level in teaching the LLM BAR modules: Professional Ethics, Trial Advocacy, and Criminal Litigation, Evidence, and Sentencing; experience of designing or contributing to the design of engaging and intellectually stimulating modules with professional or industry relevance.
• Ideally experience of teaching an additional foundation of legal knowledge subject; may have practical, legal, or other professional experience.
• Ability to use technology to enhance delivery quality and flexibility; promote the activities of the School’s students; proficiency in English language; strong self-management and time management; excellent written and oral communication skills.
• A committed approach towards work within a business-facing University and a commitment to the ongoing development of teaching and learning skills, including growing use of technology in blended learning activities.

Qualifications required

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and Master’s degree in Law or equivalent level professional qualification.
• PhD or progress toward/consideration of research, professional experience, teaching qualification and/or Fellowship of Advance HE would be highly advantageous.

How to apply

Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification. Internal applicants – please ensure you apply via your employee self-service portal.

An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.

Contact and timelines

Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: Dr Thomas Dunk (Head of Department of Law and Professional Legal Education) [e-mail]

Closing Date: 04 January 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Reference Number: REQ000192

Date advert placed: 04 December 2025

Our vision is to transform lives: UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics, and recognise there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts