About us
It’s an exciting time to join London South Bank University (LSBU) Group. With the launch of our new LSBU Group Strategy, Connecting, we’re shaping the future of tertiary education for a global, technology-driven economy – rooted in London.
Professional and technical education has been central to LSBU Group’s mission since our founding in 1892. Today, as London’s first integrated tertiary education group, we continue to lead the way on learner-centred, skills-focused education.
Comprising London South Bank University, South Bank Colleges and South Bank Academies, connectivity lies at the heart of all we do.
Since 2019, LSBU Group has grown beyond its three founding institutions to form a powerful network of learners, staff, alumni, employers and policymakers – united in our mission: to challenge social and economic inequalities through applied education, insight and partnership.
We are a powerhouse for inclusive education, enterprise and economic growth, connecting potential to opportunity and enabling people to thrive. Our Group network enables us to create learning pathways and connect people and organisations. This ensures learners are supported through the education system to achieve their full potential and can contribute their skills and energies locally and to wider society.
Our new strategy, Connecting, sets out a bold, ambitious vision for LSBU Group and it’s developed in collaboration with colleagues, student groups, partners and stakeholders.
Focused on delivering good jobs for all our learners, we are proud to be employer and skills led, delivering excellent professional and technical teaching which supports future talent and careers to deliver impact for London and beyond.
Working for us
Turning passion into purpose
Our ambition is to create educational pathways that empower people of all backgrounds and talents to realise their aspirations, add to the knowledge base, and contribute their skills and drive to wider society.
To realise our ambition, we need people with energy, courage and imagination, who are enthused by our vision and recognise our values as theirs; people who bring ideas to enrich our approach to learning, research and innovation; collaborative people who love creating and spreading knowledge; brilliant people who seek growth and yearn to make a positive, personal difference.
At LSBU Group, you will get to contribute to a vibrant and dynamic culture, which is fuelled by purpose, built around people, and is genuinely diverse. You will be trusted and recognised for your unique contribution.
You will be part of a great team, turning your passion into purpose.
The role
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive and ambitious Law School where excellent teaching, impactful research, and student success are at the heart of what we do. You'll have the opportunity to shape curriculum development, contribute to a vibrant academic community, and help prepare the next generation of legal professionals.
We are seeking talented and ambitious legal scholars and educators to join our growing academic community. We welcome applications from candidates with the expertise and enthusiasm to contribute across our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
While we are particularly interested in strengthening our provision in Land Law, Commercial/Company Law we are equally keen to hear from applicants who bring a broad and complementary range of legal knowledge, professional experience, and academic interests.
We are especially interested in colleagues who are passionate about innovative, inclusive, and student-centred approaches to legal education, and who are excited by the opportunity to shape the future of legal learning in a modern university environment.
What you will bring
We are looking for an individual who can:
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Design and deliver outstanding learning experiences that inspire students and contribute to excellent outcomes and a positive student experience.
- Demonstrate an emerging national profile within their discipline through high-quality outputs, successful collaborations, external engagement, funding activity, and other indicators of academic esteem.
- Contribute effectively to the administration, development, and ongoing success of our Law programmes.
- Embrace innovative teaching methods and inclusive practices that support diverse learners to achieve their potential.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance teaching, scholarship, and the student experience.
This post is offered on a full-time permanent basis to candidates who meet the Research Excellence Framework (REF) criteria at the time of appointment. Applicants who do not currently meet the REF criteria, may be offered a fixed-term appointment.
We welcome applications from candidates whose research demonstrates societal impact, and where there is evidence of knowledge exchange, business or community engagement, and national and international collaboration. Experience of doctoral level supervision would also be an advantage.
Benefits and How to Apply:
As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 35 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working.
The person specification for this role alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within the candidate pack attached. Applications must be submitted via the "Apply Online" button
For an informal conversation ahead of applying please feel free to contact the hiring manager for this position, Deputy Head of School, Alan Birbeck
[email protected].
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 19th July 23.59 pm
Interview/assessment - week commencing 3rd August 2026
We are happy to talk flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU’s staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work.
Depending on your circumstances, this role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route, more details on this can be found within the candidate pack.
If you have any questions related to your application, please email the recruitment team
[email protected]
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.
