Lecturer in Law for Accounting (Teaching Focused)

University of Leicester - Accounting and Finance

Placed On: 19th February 2026

Closes: 31st March 2026

Job Ref: 12567

Vacancy terms: Full-time or job share, permanent

Salary details: Grade 8 - £46,049 to £56,535 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week: 37.5

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Lecturer in Law for Accounting. In this teaching-focused role, you will contribute to the delivery and development of our undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum, both in person and via distance learning. You will play a key part in maintaining the School’s reputation for excellence by engaging in high-quality teaching, scholarship, and administrative duties.

You will be responsible for teaching the Law modules for accounting and business, supervising dissertations, and supporting curriculum development. The role also involves contributing to the School’s teaching quality assurance standards and engaging in professional development activities.

About you

You will have recognised expertise in law for accounting, with recent experience of delivering modules in these areas. A PhD in a relevant area or a Law degree such as LLB or equivalent and/or membership of a relevant professional body such as ICAEW, ICAS, ACCA, or CIMA is essential. You will demonstrate a commitment to excellence and innovation in teaching, alongside strong communication skills and the ability to motivate and mentor students.

Desirable attributes include experience in postgraduate dissertation supervision, familiarity with distance learning provision, and practical experience in the accounting profession.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and can be made to Dr Hilary Coyle on hc366@le.ac.uk.

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Advert closes midnight on: 31 March 2026