Legal Clinic Manager

King's College London

Oct 8

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Legal
London

Requirements

1. Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a relevant field
2. Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the English legal system, data protection requirements and professional standards applicable to legal service providers
3. Experience of managing a small team
4. Experience of working in a university environment, in particular a student law clinic, or Law Centre/CAB or other Pro Bono sector
5. Experience of project management and implementation, including gaining support, assembling teams, building relationships with internal and external stakeholders and managing delivery expectations.
6. Experience of working with students and/or legal volunteers and/or members of the public in relation to legal issues.
7. Extensive knowledge of using Microsoft packages (including Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook) and legal case management systems.
8. Excellent organisational and time management skills; ability to prioritise and meet multiple deadlines.
9. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
1. Legal or management qualification (e.g Solicitor, CILEX, CMI)
2. A genuine commitment to access to justice and social justice.

Responsibilities

The Legal Clinic Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of King’s Legal Clinic (‘the Clinic’), under the direction of the Clinic Director and Assistant Director.
The Legal Clinic Manager has line management responsibility for the Legal Clinic Coordinator and Legal Clinic Administrator.
Daily Clinic activities include; supervising students in the processing of potential client enquiries across the in-house Legal clinics; suitability and conflict checks with law firm partners; allocation of cases to student advisors and internal and external supervisors; delivery and organisation of the Clinic’s research and justice projects and training program.
The Legal Clinic Manager is responsible for ensuring the Clinic works smoothly, efficiently and is a positive learning environment and workplace for students and Clinic staff.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Legal Clinic Manager position?

The salary range for the Legal Clinic Manager position is £44,105 - £51,485 per annum/per rota, including London Weighting Allowance.

What are the working hours for this role?

The role can be full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8), with regular attendance required on campus, although some remote working is possible by prior agreement with the Clinic Director.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Applicants should be educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a relevant field, along with demonstrable knowledge of the English legal system and experience in a legal or education environment.

Who will the Legal Clinic Manager report to?

The Legal Clinic Manager will report to the Clinic Director and Assistant Director of King’s Legal Clinic.

Is prior experience in managing a team necessary for this role?

Yes, the role requires experience in managing a small team.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 28 October 2024.

How can I contact someone regarding this job?

You can contact Shaila Pal, Director of King’s Legal Clinic, at Shaila.pal@kcl.ac.uk for more information about the position.

What type of environment does the King’s Legal Clinic provide?

The clinic is a busy legal office and learning environment that works closely with law students and a range of internal and external stakeholders.

What are the essential skills required for this job?

Essential skills include excellent organizational and time management skills, communication skills, experience in project management, proficiency in Microsoft packages, and a strong understanding of legal service standards.

Is there an emphasis on access to justice in this role?

Yes, there is a genuine commitment to access to justice and social justice, which is a desirable criterion for applicants.

King's College London

Education

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Mission & Purpose

King’s College London is amongst the top 40 universities in the world and top 10 in Europe (THE World University Rankings 2024), and one of England’s oldest and most prestigious universities.  With an outstanding reputation for world-class teaching and cutting-edge research, King’s maintained its sixth position for ‘research power’ in the UK (2021 Research Excellence Framework).   King's has more than 33,000 students (including more than 12,800 postgraduates) from some 150 countries worldwide, and 8,500 staff. For nearly 200 years, King’s students and staff have used their knowledge and insight to make a positive impact on people, society and the planet. Focused on delivering positive change at home in London, across the UK and around the world, King’s is building on its history of addressing the world’s most urgent challenges head on to accelerate progress, make discoveries and pioneer innovation. Visit the website to find out more about Vision 2029, which sets out bold ambitions for the future of King’s as we look towards our 200th anniversary.