Please note, this vacancy is open to current University of Glasgow employees and recent University of Glasgow Graduates only.

Job Purpose

To assist in the administration and preparation of materials for the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice (“Diploma”) session 2025/26 and to provide support to the Diploma team within the specified timescale.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. To draw on own initiative and judgement in assisting Senior Tutors with the update of course materials and assessments.

2. To take responsibility for proofreading Diploma course materials and for updating and uploading materials on Moodle.

3. To liaise with the Diploma team and take responsibility for creating and maintaining an active social media presence on behalf of the Diploma.

4. Assist the Diploma team with organising events such as Introduction to Professional Practice Week and the Diploma Award Ceremony.

5. To take responsibility for determining short-term priorities and prioritising work within a predetermined plan or schedule to meet project deadlines and appropriate standards, and to assist the Diploma team in planning for the academic session 2024/25.

6. Any other tasks set by the Director or Deputy Director.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge /Qualifications

Essential

A1 SCQF Level 7 (Advanced Higher/ SVQ Level 3/ HNC) or equivalent

A2 Comprehensive and up to date knowledge of the Law Society of Scotland’s requirements for PEAT 1 / the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice

A3 A good understanding of the effective operation of social media for the purposes of promotion and engagement

Desirable

B1 Good first degree in Law

B2 Diploma in Professional Legal Practice

Skills

Essential

C1 Excellent interpersonal skills, an open and friendly manner and the ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy

C2 Excellent written and verbal communication skills

C3 Excellent attention to detail

C4 Good IT skills including a good grasp of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Moodle2

C5 Well-developed analytical and problem solving capability, and proven planning, organising and prioritising

C6 Highly developed research skills

C7 An ability to maintain accurate records relating to project data and project progress

C8 Familiarity with use of social media e.g. Twitter, Forums and blog-writing

C9 Ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines

C10 Ability to handle sensitive and confidential material with discretion

Experience

Essential

E1 Evidence of progression and development gained through relevant work experience. Work experience could include part-time or full-time work, internships and work placements, and extra-curricular activities such as volunteering and formal clubs and society roles

E2 Proven track record managing and planning own day-to-day projects and tasks according to clear verbal and written instructions and guidelines from internship supervisor and within reasonable time constraints

E3 Proven track record of involvement in the creation of written material and/or proofreading

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 5, £26,338 - £30,805 per annum.

This post is full time (35 hours per week) and fixed term for up to 1 year from start date.

Please Note: The University would consider a secondment opportunity for this post. Applicants should seek clearance for release for secondment from their employers / line manager before making a formal application.

Closing Date: 1 May 2025 at 23:45