Professor in Law (Teaching & Professional Practice)
Overview
Queen Mary University of London is hiring a Professor in Law focusing on Teaching and Professional Practice within the Centre for Commercial Law Studies and School of Law. This permanent, full-time appointment is based at the Lincoln’s Inn Fields Campus in London, with an expected start date of January 2027 or soon after. The role centers on developing practitioner-focused legal education, executive learning programs, professional practice streams, the new Academy for Professional Legal Education, and the Solicitor Apprenticeship program slated to begin in September 2027.
Who can apply
Candidates are required to have a significant academic background, accompanied by a relevant postgraduate degree and or relevant professional qualification. Applicants must possess substantial experience in designing professional legal qualifications alongside essential experience in undergraduate and ideally postgraduate teaching and course creation, including graduate professional programs such as the Legal Practice Course or Solicitors Qualifying Examination courses. Strong organizational and communication skills are required, as is the ability to build positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
What you get
The position offers a competitive salary determined by experience and inclusive of London Allowance, alongside access to a generous pension scheme. Employees receive 30 days of annual leave per year, a season ticket loan scheme, and access to various personal and professional development opportunities. The university also provides inclusive employment policies, family-friendly and work-life balance options, campus facilities, and flexible working arrangements, with reasonable adjustments available during recruitment for candidates with disabilities.
How to apply
Informal inquiries regarding the position should be directed to Professor Ioannis Kokkoris via email at i.kokkoris@qmul.ac.uk.
Key dates
The closing date for applications is 2026-12-06. The expected start date for the role is January 2027 or soon after, with the Solicitor Apprenticeship program scheduled to begin in September 2027.
About Queen Mary University of London
Queen Mary University of London is a public research university and a member institution of the federal University of London. Its main campus is in Mile End, East London, with further sites in Whitechapel, Charterhouse Square and central London. Its origins include East London College, founded in 1887, and several medical colleges. It is a member of the Russell Group and is organised into faculties covering humanities and social sciences, science and engineering, and medicine and dentistry.
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