Birmingham City University
Director of Law Clinic
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Department: School of Law and Social Sciences
Location: Birmingham City University
Salary: £70,564 to £79,840 per annum
Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: Monday 21 September 2026
Reference: LSOS26012
About Birmingham City University
At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.
Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.
Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.
By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.
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Role Summary
We are seeking a Director of Law Clinic to join the BCU Law Clinic, providing strategic, academic, professional and operational leadership for this flagship civic-engagement activity.
In this role, you will lead the continued growth, development and innovation of the Law Clinic, ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal services alongside outstanding clinical legal education and student employability opportunities. You will oversee legal practice, governance, risk management and regulatory compliance, while developing strong partnerships with law firms, chambers, courts, tribunals, charities, local authorities and other key stakeholders to enhance the Clinic’s impact and reputation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership for the Law Clinic, driving its development as a recognised centre of excellence and supporting School priorities and community engagement.
- Lead the development and delivery of clinical legal education, contributing to curriculum design, teaching, assessment, supervision and scholarship.
- Oversee legal advice and casework, ensuring effective governance, case management, safeguarding, complaints procedures, regulatory compliance and risk management.
- Develop external partnerships and represent the University, promoting the Law Clinic’s profile and impact at local, regional and national level.
- Lead and develop Clinic staff, managing budgets, resources and operational performance to ensure sustainable and effective service delivery.
- Promote innovation and continuous improvement, monitoring performance and ensuring positive outcomes for students, clients, partners and the wider community.
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Essential Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or Barrister, or hold an equivalent professional legal qualification.
- Significant leadership and management experience within legal practice or a related environment.
- Demonstrable experience of managing legal services, legal risk and regulatory compliance.
- Evidence of successful strategic planning, service development and delivery.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience of building effective external partnerships.
- Experience of leading, developing and managing multidisciplinary teams and resources.
Desirable Requirements
- A doctorate or equivalent higher degree.
- Experience of leadership within a Higher Education environment.
- An established national professional profile within the legal sector.
- Experience of securing external funding and/or income generation.
Further Information
If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of the BCU Law Clinic, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Liz Smart at liz.smart@bcu.ac.uk.
Interviews for this role are scheduled to take place on 6 October 2026.
Why Work for Us
- Work-life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent).
- Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.
- Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits.
- Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs.
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