Lecturer in Law

Birkbeck University of London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - GBP 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in London is seeking two full-time Lecturers in Law to join their respected Law School starting in Autumn 2026. Candidates should have relevant teaching experience and research capabilities. The role includes responsibilities like teaching, developing research, and contributing to academic leadership. This permanent position offers a competitive salary ranging from £44,247 to £60,858 per annum, with additional benefits such as flexible working arrangements and 31 days of paid leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

31 days paid leave

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Must have teaching experience in Legal Knowledge.
• Track record of research work and funding acquisition.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach across the Foundations of Legal Knowledge.
• Develop research objectives and proposals.
• Lead academic activities within the School.
• Innovate teaching methods to support student learning.

Skills

Student support leadership

Developing and delivering CILEX modules

Commercial law

Education

PhD in Law or relevant field

Job description

Overview

Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking two Lecturer positions in Law to join our internationally respected Law School - known for its tradition of Critical Legal scholarship - beginning Autumn 2026. Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking two, full-time Lecturer positions in Law to join our internationally respected Law School - known for its tradition of Critical Legal scholarship - beginning Autumn 2026. Birkbeck Law School within the Faculty of Business & Law is looking for two exceptional Lecturers. The School has particular needs for experience and expertise in 1) Student support leadership, 2) Developing and delivering CILEX modules, 3) Commercial law. While one or a combination of these areas of expertise is desirable, it is not essential and all applications that meet the essential criteria will be considered wholistically. Please refer to JD and Person Specification for full details.

Each post is offered on a permanent contract at Birkbeck, full time 35 hours per week, with a salary of £44,247 rising to £60,858 per year. Teaching hours will vary from 6pm - 9pm, Monday to Friday.

Further to the Job Description, as a Lecturer in Law, your responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities

• Teaching across any of the 7 Foundations of Legal Knowledge, as well as contributing the curriculum more broadly based on School need and individual expertise.
• Developing research objectives, projects and proposals (with the assistance of a mentor if required) whilst on academic probation; writing up research work for publication; and identifying sources of funding and contribute to the process of securing funds.
• Contribute to the leadership and management of the School’s academic activities, as appropriate to your level of seniority (in roles such as admissions tutor; programme director, careers lead, etc.).
• Employing innovations in teaching and learning, to meet the learning needs of students, through the development of teaching materials, forms of pedagogy, or appropriate teaching collaborations.

This is your chance to join a world-class centre of excellence, situated in the heart of Bloomsbury, Euston, London - apply now and take the next step in your academic career at Birkbeck, University of London.

Remuneration

£44,247 rising to £60,858 per annum. The salary is Grade LLEC on the College's London Pay Scale which includes a consolidated Weighting/Allowance which applies only to staff whose normal contractual place of work is in the London area.

Benefits

Benefits of working at Birkbeck: a competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements, generous benefits in the HE sector, and being located in Euston, London.

Terms and Conditions

Permanent contract, full-time (35 hours per week, with more intense teaching related duties during term time and marking periods), start date 31 August 2026. Please submit an application form and statement for consideration. Closing date: Friday 27 February 2026, Interview date: Friday 13 March 2026. Each post is open for Visa sponsorship.

Enquiries

If you would like to know more about the roles, please contact Victoria Ridler, Head of Birkbeck Law School, at or 020 3926 1581. If you have difficulty using the recruitment portal, please contact [e-mail] providing your name and the job reference number of the position. While we are happy to respond to all informal enquiries, only formal applications through the online system will be considered.

We welcome applicants from all sections of the community and backgrounds. The College is committed to improving the gender and ethnic diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.