Head of Law (Professor of Law)

It’s never been a better time to join us. We are currently expanding our portfolio and establishing Loughborough Law within the School of Social Sciences and Humanities.

We are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as the Head of Law, driving this exciting new venture forward.

In this pivotal role, you’ll provide leadership in developing and implementing the new School and University’s plans and operations.

• You’ll work closely with the Dean and be an integral part of the School Leadership Team.
• You will be responsible for implementing School plans at the Department level and will have significant responsibility for staff line management, including workload management and all aspects of staff development.
• Your collaboration with the Associate Deans (Education & Student Experience and Research & Innovation) and key staff across the University will be crucial in implementing the School’s Research & Innovation, and Education & Student Experience strategies in the Department.

It is expected that the successful candidate will be appointed as a Professor and accordingly, should you able to:

• demonstrate a substantial track record of high-quality teaching and research,
• sustained and continuing record of excellence which has contributed to the furtherance of knowledge in the Law and is recognised in a well-established and high-profile international reputation.
• evidence of significant academic leadership and a PhD or equivalent research experience are also essential.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and drive this new pathway and work with other senior academic staff to contribute to the University’s broader Strategy of "Creating Better Futures. Together."

If you feel you have the expertise, experience and skills to help drive our strategy forward, we look forward to hearing from you.

For more information or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Liz Peel, Dean (Acting) of School of Social Sciences and Humanities on e.peel@lboro.ac.uk

To apply, please send your CV and Covering Letter to Kreena Hemraj, Recruitment and Resourcing Team Leader, on k.hemraj@lboro.ac.uk 

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification

Our Benefits

We offer a great place to work, with friendly co-workers and a generous employment package including:  

• Up to* 44 days leave per year (including Bank Holidays and University Closure days). 

• Hybrid working 

• Generous pension scheme 

• Employee Assistance Programme 

• BUPA Cash Plan (100 Scheme) 

• Incremental pay structure 

• A range of childcare support initiatives and benefits 

• Season ticket loan scheme 

• Investment in your personal and professional development 

Closing date: Monday 7^th October 2024

Interview/assessment date – To be confirmed