Lecturer in Law

About this role

As a Lecturer in the School of Law, Business and Psychology the post holder will contribute to teaching, quality assurance compliance, partnership working, research and income generation in the Law Department, with a focus on the delivery and development of legal practice-based learning.

The working year will be divided between teaching, teaching-related administration, assessment, research and income generation activities in such proportions as may be decided by the Head of School after appropriate consultation, in accordance with the guidelines in the academic contract.

The role will include developing content to shape the delivery of the Law programmes, and the opportunity to teach across both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

About you

The successful candidate will have a sound understanding of law and the ability to teach across a range of modules / legal subjects, which could include, but not limited to; Dispute Resolution, Professional Legal Practice and SQE Preparation. We are particularly interested in candidates with the experience and ability to teach on the SQE.

Your teaching will be informed by a combination of professional practice and/or research, to support the delivery of high-quality learning and teaching. You will have experience using Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs), and using technologies to enhance the learning, assessment of, and feedback to our students.

About the team

You will join a dedicated academic team focused on enhancing the University’s distinctive student experience. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, personalised, and accessible learning opportunities that inspire students to achieve their ambitions. Collaboration, inclusion, and innovation are central to our approach, and we work closely together to create engaging, student-centred learning environments that support success for our diverse student community.

We offer an excellent staff experience and in addition to your salary we offer a competitive reward package with a range of staff benefits and discounts which include:

• A flexible defined contribution pension scheme via Aviva Master Trust (FlexHE).
• A paid closure period over the Christmas break is in addition to our generous holiday allowance of 35 days pro rata with bank holidays too and an occupational sickness scheme.
• On-site gym at our Chichester campus.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support our staff.
• Extensive personal / professional training opportunities throughout the year.
• Cycle to work, Season Ticket Loan and Electric Vehicle schemes.
• Bus travel for staff between our Bognor Regis and Chichester campuses and Chichester town centre.

Enquiries are welcomed by Amy Elkington, Academic Lead – Head of Law Programmes via email at A.Elkington@chi.ac.uk.

• Closing Date: 01 November 2026
• Interview Date: w/c 9 November 2026            

Prior to submitting your job application kindly ensure you can demonstrate or obtain the necessary right to work in the UK.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion at every level because we believe a diverse workforce benefits us all.

If you require any support with completing your application, please contact the recruitment team; staffrecruitment@chi.ac.uk

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