Overview
Senior Lecturer in Law (0284-25) – Derby, DE22 1GB
About the University
We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.
The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.
We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.
Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.
About the College/Department
At the heart of shaping future professionals and creative thinkers, the College of Health and Humanities brings together two dynamic and diverse schools:
School of Health and Social Care
Preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals and social care leaders through hands-on learning, expert teaching, and strong industry partnerships. Our courses are designed to meet the demands of real-world practice and improve the health and wellbeing of our communities.
School of Humanities, Law and Creative Arts
Celebrating creativity, critical thinking, and cultural exploration. This school nurtures writers, performers, thinkers and artists, offering opportunities to grow intellectually and creatively across subjects like English, History, Creative Writing, Fine Art, and Media.
The School brings together a wide range of subjects, including:
- Humanities
- Law
- Journalism and Media
- Policing, Criminology and Social Sciences
- Creative Arts
Whether exploring the past, shaping future policy, telling powerful stories, or creating inspiring work, our students develop the skills and confidence to contribute meaningfully to society and the creative industries.
Together, the College of Health and Humanities delivers a rich, interdisciplinary environment where students gain the skills, experience, and inspiration to make a meaningful impact in society.
About the Role
The Discipline of Law
The University of Derby’s Law discipline is proud to deliver a high-quality, practice-informed legal education that prepares students for real-world impact in the legal profession and beyond.
Our team of experienced academics and practitioners work together to create an intellectually stimulating environment that blends academic excellence with professional relevance. From undergraduate LLB degrees to postgraduate and professional courses, our law provision is grounded in the principles of justice, ethics, and critical thinking.
We are looking for a Senior Lecturer to join our Law team, to work initially on the LLM in Legal Practice (SQE), and then across all our provision such as the LLB (Hons) Law and LLM (Specialist Pathways).
The successful candidate will build on the international reputation of the University and contribute to the delivery of the course through the provision of inspiring and supporting learning opportunities, providing a stimulating and nurturing environment for both students and colleagues. The role will enhance professional, academic and research partnerships to ensure that our courses anticipate the changing needs of the legal profession.
This role is part time, 0.5 FTE (18.5 hours per week).
Anticipated interview date: Thursday 26th March 2026
About You
We are looking for a Senior Lecturer to develop and lead modules on our LLM Legal Practice (SQE). To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister, with Post Qualified Experience, specialising in litigation. You will have experience of module and programme leadership, or equivalent experience in leadership in your profession. You should have experience in teaching or training as appropriate.
You should have the willingness and potential to devise, advise on and manage research, to support our research portfolio.
An understanding, or a willingness to develop an understanding, of key quality metrics such as TEF, REF and KEF is required. You should have an understanding of quality assurance practices in higher education or equivalent in a legal environment.
An ability to work with stakeholders, such as the SRA, and local industry is also desirable.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
- Teacher’s Pension Scheme
- Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
- Discounted onsite gym
- Cycle to Work scheme
- A flexible working environment
- A commitment to personal and professional development
Key Contact
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact
Christie Eaton,
Assistant Head of Discipline/Senior Lecturer: Law via c.eaton@derby.ac.uk
For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk
Important Information
The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Please visit our website for more information.
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Closing Date: 03 Mar 2026
Area: Teaching and Research
Salary: £47,389 to £56,535 per annum pro rata
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