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University of Hertfordshire - Hertfordshire Law School

Principal Lecturer in Law LLM BAR Criminal Law Lead

LocationHatfield
LevelSenior
Posted1w ago
Education & Training

Quick answer

University of Hertfordshire is hiring a full-time Principal Lecturer in Law LLM BAR Criminal Law Lead (Hatfield) paying £58,225 to £69,488 to lead criminal law teaching and academic leadership.

Role
Principal Lecturer in Law LLM BAR Criminal Law Lead
Organization
University of Hertfordshire - Hertfordshire Law School
Location
Hatfield
Level
Senior
Compensation
£58,225 to £69,488 annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Category
Education & Training

The role

The University of Hertfordshire is seeking a Principal Lecturer in Law to lead criminal law teaching and contribute to academic leadership and employability initiatives.

What you'll do

  • Teach, assess and lead modules primarily on the Bar Practice programmes, including the LLM BAR
  • Design, set and mark formative and summative assessments in accordance with Bar Standards Board requirements
  • Develop engaging, research-informed teaching materials
  • Provide academic leadership through module leadership and other School responsibilities
  • Supervise and support colleagues where appropriate
  • Develop professional opportunities for students and build relationships with chambers, the judiciary, local courts, the legal profession and other employers

What it takes

  • Professional legal practice experience in England and Wales
  • Significant experience of teaching law at postgraduate level, particularly on an LLM BAR course or equivalent programme
  • Designed curricula at module or programme level and worked effectively with students and other internal and external partners
  • Experience teaching at least one of drafting, conferencing, opinion writing or legal research
  • Sound knowledge of the route to qualification as a barrister in England and Wales
  • Experience helping students meet the standards of centralised assessments

What you'll bring

Professional legal practice experience in England and WalesSignificant experience of teaching law at postgraduate levelExperience teaching at least one of draftingconferencingopinion writing or legal researchSound knowledge of the route to qualification as a barrister in England and Wales

How we treat you

35 days annual leave plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Hatfield, UK.

What is the compensation package?

The compensation package is £58,225 to £69,488 annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include professional legal practice experience in England and Wales, significant experience of teaching law at postgraduate level, and experience teaching at least one of drafting, conferencing, opinion writing or legal research.

How do I apply?

To apply, please click on the 'Apply' button above.

Is the job remote?

The job is based in Hatfield, UK, and is not remote.

How to apply

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