Head of Law Clinic, 0.6FTE

Job description

Faculty of Business and Law

Part time, 0.6FTE (3 days per week)

Closing date: 18 November 2026

Interview date: 9th December 2026 (In Person)

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Job Description

Job Description

Job title: Head of Law Clinic - Part-time 0.6 FTE (3 days per week)

Reports to: Deputy Dean of Faculty of Business and Law/Head of Law School

School: Faculty of Business and Law

Grade: RU10

Main purpose of the job: The Head of Law Clinic will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management and strategic

development of the University of Roehampton Law School Law Clinic. Working with the Head of Law School

and with clinic supervising academic staff, the post holder will hold a relevant professional legal qualification

and bring practical experience of legal practice management.

The Head of Law Clinic will be the public face of the Clinic for clients, student volunteers, partner

organisations and referring bodies. They will manage client intake and case management, supervise the legal

team, ensure regulatory compliance, and work collaboratively with academic and professional services

colleagues across the University to deliver an outstanding, student-enriching, and client-centred service. The

focus of the postholder is to support students and ensure that free legal advice is provided to those that need

it most.

The post holder will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to access to

justice and pro bono work, and a proven ability to lead and manage in a fast-paced, legal professional

environment.

Main duties and responsibilities: Operational Management and Service Delivery

• Lead on the day-to-day management of the Law Clinic, ensuring efficient, high-quality delivery of legal

advice and services to members of the public.

• Oversee the provision of legal advice and casework activity, ensuring appropriate governance, regulatory

compliance and risk management

• Oversee all operational plans for the Law Clinic, reviewing, revising and creating policies, protocols and

procedures as appropriate.

• Manage and maintain the Clinic's case management system, IT infrastructure and administrative

processes, ensuring accurate and efficient data handling at all times.

• Ensure robust client intake, referral and case allocation processes, including management of

the Refernet platform and the Clinic's web presence.

• Safeguard a positive client journey and experience, managing client expectations professionally and in

accordance with the Clinic's values.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory frameworks, including requirements set by

the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), LawWorks, Refernet and the University.

• Compile and present regular reports on Law Clinic activities, performance, trends and impact for internal

and external stakeholders.

Staff and Student Volunteer Management

• Manage the work of the legal team within the Clinic, including solicitors, paralegals and legal assistants,

ensuring high professional standards are maintained.

• Train, manage and appraise Paralegal staff in line with University HR policies and procedures.

• Manage the full application, selection, onboarding, training and ongoing management of student

volunteers, providing regular support and feedback.

• Liaise with Law School academic colleagues on the timetabling of supervising solicitors and student

volunteer sessions to ensure effective integration with teaching and learning activities.

Strategic Development and Partnerships

• Lead external engagement activity, acting as the primary point of contact for external partners, referring

organisations and stakeholders, building and maintaining productive, long-term relationships.

• Undertake business development activity to extend the Clinic's reach, identifying and pursuing new

partnership, collaboration and funding opportunities.

• Identify and create opportunities to expand the Clinic's provision of legal advice and support to new and

emerging client groups, community organisations and underserved populations.

• Develop and maintain a strong presence in the pro bono and professional networks locally and

nationally, ensuring the University of Roehampton is well represented in the sector.

• Develop opportunities for cross-institutional and cross-organisational working with other HE

institutions, NGOs and pro bono organisations.

• Pursue appropriate funding opportunities for the Law Clinic, including from external sources and

donors, preparing applications and ensuring all funding criteria and reporting obligations are met.

Strategy, Planning and Reporting

• Provide relevant research, market analysis and sector intelligence to inform the strategic direction and

positioning of the Law Clinic.

• Contribute to strategic planning discussions with the Head of the Law School, offering expert operational

insight.

• Implement and manage new projects and developments within the Clinic, including assessing

operational impact, developing project plans and undertaking risk assessments.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in the pro bono and legal practice sectors, higher

education policy and relevant funding streams.

Communications and Liaison

• Draft papers, briefings, reports and other communications for the Law School, University committees

and external bodies as required.

• Build and maintain a network of contacts across the University's departments and professional service

divisions to facilitate information sharing and collaborative working.

• Participate in Law School, Faculty and University committees, working groups and sector fora

as required.

• Represent the Law Clinic at external events, conferences and platforms, raising the profile of the Clinic

and the University's pro bono work.

Professional Standards and Development

• Maintain an in-depth technical knowledge of developments in legal practice and the pro bono

sector, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional development.

• Undertake all work in accordance with the standards and codes of conduct set out by the relevant

professional bodies, including the SRA.

• Uphold the confidentiality of all client, student and staff data in accordance with the Data Protection Act

2018 and the UK GDPR.

• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the seniority and nature of the post, as directed by line

management.

Person Specification The Person Specification focuses on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications required to undertake the role effectively. Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria.

Requirements E/D Criteria

Education and Qualifications

Essential • Educated to degree level or equivalent • Qualified solicitor, barrister or legal executive (or equivalent

professional legal qualification)

Desirable • Postgraduate legal qualification • Evidence of continuing professional development in legal practice

or clinic management

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Demonstrable understanding of the statutory and regulatory requirements applicable to a university law clinic, including SRA, LawWorks and Refernet frameworks

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage data accurately, efficiently and confidentially

• Empathy with clients, staff and students and an understanding of issues affecting access to justice and legal practice

• Ability to establish and maintain successful partnerships and inter- organisational relationships

• Experience of effective decision-making and execution of managerial responsibilities

• Excellent IT skills, including MS Office and case management or bespoke legal software

Desirable

• Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements relating to legal practice in England and Wales

• Knowledge of the UK higher education landscape, including student experience considerations

• Experience of building working relationships with institutional and community networks

• Project planning and project management skills

Work experience Essential

• Minimum two years' recent relevant work experience in a legal or administrative environment

• Proven experience of supervising and/or supporting legal staff, volunteers or students

• Experience of creating and producing reports to fulfil organisational reporting obligations

• Experience of working collaboratively with colleagues across multiple teams and seniority levels

• Ability to organise own workload, work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines

Desirable

• Experience of working within a university or higher education environment

• Experience of records and data management, handling returns and compliance reporting

• Experience of delivering or assisting with training programmes

Communication skills

Essential

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in challenging circumstances

• Ability to ensure confidentiality at all times with students, clients and their data, in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR

• Ability to manage new administrative systems and take a proactive approach to new projects

Desirable

• Experience of producing market-ready content, including online and public-facing information

• Ability to represent the Law School and contribute effectively to internal and external meetings

Other requirements Essential

• Ability to cope well with competing demands and prioritise own work effectively

• Uses initiative, works independently both remotely and on campus, and is a proactive self-starter

• Commitment to continuing professional development and training • A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and to the

principles of access to justice

Desirable • Ability to communicate problems and potential solutions clearly to

line management and senior stakeholders

Additional Information • The appointment is offered on a permanent basis immediately, subject to references • The appointment is usually made at the bottom of the range. Where a candidate's current total

remuneration already exceeds the bottom point, consideration will be given to the level of skills, experience and profile that the candidate is bringing to the role. The total remuneration of other staff doing the same or similar work within the department who have similar skills, experience and profile should also be taken into account.

• The University operates service-led hybrid working arrangements. This post requires a minimum of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home although peak times might require flexibility and any hybrid arrangement will be determined by the service and in agreement with the line manager.

• This appointment will not require a DBS check • The annual leave entitlement is 30 days p.a., (pro rata for part-time posts) additionally there are 3 - 4

days for the University's operational efficiency initiatives at Christmas • Your agreed working hours will be agreed as part of your contract and include a lunch break of one hour

each day, with a full professional commitment expected entailing working flexibly beyond core hours if required

• The University of Roehampton is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion • Set in a beautiful 54-acre parkland campus, the University has an attractive range of benefits, and you

can find out more about them here. • In addition, Professional Services/Support staff on grades up to RU7, may access the Local Government

Pension Scheme; and on grades RU7 and above may access The University's Defined Contribution Retirement Savings Group Personal Pension Plan, provided by Royal London.

Job description prepared by: Deputy Dean of Faculty of Business and Law/Head of Law School Date: September 2026