"Lecturer in Law"

The University of Greater Manchester is a “Teaching Intensive, Research Informed” higher education institution whose distinctive high quality, student-focused, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes attract students from all over the world.

Our staff are at the heart of everything we do. They are highly qualified and experienced in their fields, supporting their teaching practice by carrying out quality research and engaging in continuous professional development. Staff pride themselves on being outstanding professionals that provide excellent learning, teaching and applied research and support in the provision of custom-designed, industry-led courses in numerous subject areas.

The key duties of the post holder will be to contribute to the teaching and delivery of the Law undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes, including the academic and personal support of students. In addition, you will be expected to contribute to the student recruitment and admissions of our taught programmes.

We are particularly interested in candidates with the ability to contribute to core areas of the LLB curriculum, including The English Legal System, Legal Research Skills, Advocacy and Dispute Resolution, Perspectives in Criminal Justice and Social Policy. We also welcome applications from individuals with contemporary expertise in Family Law and Legal Practices in the Work Environment and Law-related subjects. A commitment to complete a PhD and to gain membership of the Higher Education Academy is an essential requirement of the role.

The successful candidate should demonstrate a practical awareness of current developments in Legal Education as well as being able to facilitate the creation and maintenance of a range of links between courses and the wider Legal Community.

Successful applicants will be required to prove their right to work in the UK prior to the commencement of their employment.

Whilst the University of Greater Manchester is a licensed sponsor, under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) not all roles are eligible for visa sponsorship.

This position may not meet the criteria for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

Eligibility will be assessed in line with the Home Office requirements at the time of making the offer.

For further information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job