Senior Lecturer in Law

Overview

The University of Greenwich and the University of Kent formed the London and South-East University Group, known as LASE. Staff joining this position are employed by LASE and work within the University of Greenwich academic division. The School of Law and Criminology features over two thousand students and fifty full-time staff members, located at the historic Old Royal Naval College. The institution is currently seeking a permanent, full-time Senior Lecturer in Law to contribute to its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, research, and regional and global impact.

Who can apply

The institution welcomes applicants for this position and is committed to building a diverse workforce. It specifically encourages applications from groups currently under-represented at these levels, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic individuals, care leavers, disabled people, and LGBT+ people, as part of its equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant subject. A strong teaching profile is essential, alongside a demonstrated commitment to student experience and student wellbeing. The successful candidate must show enthusiasm and a readiness to take on a full and active role within the life of the school. Specific expertise is sought in leading and developing modules within employment law, immigration law, wills and probate law, digital law or legal technology, and maritime or shipping law. This role meets the criteria for sponsorship under the UK Government Points Based System Skilled Worker Route application.

What you get

The position offers a salary ranging from forty-six thousand nine hundred and seventy pounds to fifty-seven thousand six hundred and sixty-six pounds per annum, plus an additional four thousand three hundred and thirteen pounds for London weighting per annum.

How to apply

Interested candidates must visit the designated vacancies page to complete all details, including supporting statements. Attached curriculum vitae and personal statements are not reviewed by the recruitment panel during the initial application stage.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is November 10, 2026.