Senior Lecturer in Law – Clinical Education & Law Clinic

Solent University; Southampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Southampton is seeking a highly motivated Senior Lecturer in Law to lead Clinical Legal Education initiatives and contribute to the Solent Law Clinic. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or legal qualification, extensive legal practice experience, and a passion for student development. Responsibilities include curriculum design, student support, and collaboration with legal entities. Flexible teaching across levels is essential. Applications close on 9 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in legal practice or leadership in a law clinic.
• Flexibility in teaching across various educational levels.
• Commitment to applied legal learning.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to Clinical Legal Education (CLE) activities and Solent Law Clinic.
• Designing innovative and practice-led curriculum.
• Supporting students through pro bono work and assessments.
• Module leadership and pastoral support.
• Collaborating to enhance the legal education offer.
• Building civic and professional partnerships in law.

Skills

Experience in legal practice

Teaching experience

Knowledge of Property Law

Understanding of Regulation, Compliance and AI

Experience with FinTech and Cyber Law

Pro bono work experience

Education

PhD or relevant professional legal qualification

Job description

A higher education institution in Southampton is seeking a highly motivated Senior Lecturer in Law to lead Clinical Legal Education initiatives and contribute to the Solent Law Clinic. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or legal qualification, extensive legal practice experience, and a passion for student development. Responsibilities include curriculum design, student support, and collaboration with legal entities. Flexible teaching across levels is essential. Applications close on 9 January 2026.