London South Bank University
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
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 London South Bank University is delighted to be recruiting a Legal Officer to join its in-house legal team within the People, Culture and Legal Directorate. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer to develop a broad and varied in-house practice within a supportive and collaborative environment. You will work as part of a small, high-performing legal team, providing high-quality, pragmatic advice across a wide range of legal matters to a broad range of stakeholders across the LSBU Group. The role offers diverse and intellectually engaging work, supporting an organisation with a strong social mission to reduce inequality through education. Full details of the role and responsibilities can be found in the candidate pack. What you will bring The ideal candidate will: Be a qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales with at least 3 years' post-qualification experience Have strong experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts Be able to communicate legal and commercial issues clearly and effectively to non-legal stakeholders Demonstrate a collaborative, proactive and solutions-focused approach Be highly organised, with the ability to deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines Exercise sound judgement and handle sensitive matters with discretion Show a willingness to learn and work across a broad range of legal areas Desirable experience includes litigation, commercial property, contract lifecycle management systems or legal technology. Benefits and How to Apply: As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 26.5 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working. Full details on the range of benefits we offer can be found here. 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 below. The closing date for applications is Sun day 10 th May 2026 at 23.59pm Interview/assessment - week commencing 18 th May 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 We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.
