Assistant Professor in Law Visa Sponsorship Uk

Job Description

Location: Brighton, UK
Hours: Full-time up to 1.0 FTE (37.5 hours/week). Flexible working options considered based on business needs.
Salary: Grade 7.4, £42,254 – £46,049 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
Contract Type: Fixed Term (until 31 August 2026)

About the Role

Sussex Law School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated early-career academic to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to teach and assess both undergraduate (LLB) and, where applicable, postgraduate (MA/LLM) students while contributing to the wider life of the School.

This position follows the Education and Scholarship pathway, with responsibilities divided approximately as:

• 60% Teaching – delivering high-quality, inclusive learning experiences
• 20% Scholarship – developing your own research and pedagogic expertise
• 20% Administration and Citizenship – contributing to School initiatives

As a Lecturer A (Grade 7), you will benefit from:

• Reduced teaching load during probation
• Remission to complete a recognised HE teaching qualification if not already held
• Mentoring and research support to develop your academic profile

We are looking for candidates with a strong passion for teaching, commitment to the student experience, and potential to grow as scholars within their sub-discipline.

About You

We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate:

• A PhD in Law and a strong dedication to teaching excellence in higher education
• Ability to engage and inspire students across LLB and postgraduate programmes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support students, colleagues, and stakeholders
• Capability to manage teaching and administrative workloads efficiently while contributing collaboratively to School activities
• Commitment to inclusive teaching practices, responsiveness to student needs, and enhancing the student experience
• Interest in developing scholarship in legal education or your chosen field, with mentoring and support available

About Sussex Law School

Sussex Law School is a research-led, internationally recognised department within the School of Law, Politics and Sociology. We are home to 65 academic staff teaching over 1,500 undergraduate and 250+ postgraduate students, supported by a vibrant PGR community of domestic and international students.

Our areas of expertise include:

• Environmental Law
• Trade Law
• Human Rights & Social Justice
• Crime and Criminology
• Law and Technology

We are proud of our research achievements: in REF 2021, over 78% of our publications were ranked 3* or 4*, and in the 2024 NSS, Sussex Law School ranked in the top quartile for student support.

Our academic environment is collaborative, inclusive, and supportive, fostering both staff and student success.

Why Work Here

Located next to the South Downs, our 150-acre campus provides a beautiful, accessible setting with:

• Falmer train station within five minutes’ walk
• Several on-campus bus stops
• Dedicated cycling paths and a cycle-to-work scheme

As a research-led, internationally accredited university, Sussex thrives because of our people, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for all staff and students.

Find out more about our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion initiatives

Additional Information

• Informal Enquiries: Contact Amir Paz-Fuchs at a.paz-fuchs@sussex.ac.uk
• A telephone call can be arranged upon request.
• Visa Sponsorship: This role meets the criteria for Skilled Worker Sponsorship if full-time and appointed at Grade 7.5. Candidates must meet the tradeable points requirements (option C or E). See our Skilled Worker Visa guidance for more details.
• Work Location: All work must be performed in the UK.

Expected Start Date: By 01 October 2025
Expected Interview Date: To Be Confirmed