Sqe1 Subject Head

**We are looking for a SQE1 Subject Head (Business Law and Practice and Financial Services) to join our SQE team on a part-time basis.**

This is an excellent opportunity for a for someone who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader.

A detailed job description can be viewed here

This role will be 22.5 hours per week (3 days per week)

**About You**

Essential:

- Professional qualification as a solicitor of England and Wales
- The ability to use legal research databases proficiently
- The ability to operate within a team and to work efficiently and sensitively with both academic and support staff
- The ability to build a strong and productive relationship with a team of freelance writers
- The ability to understand assessment methodology including its statistical aspects
- The ability to think both originally and analytically
- Strong administrative skills including organisational, time and document management skills and attention to detail
- Strong presentation skills

Desirable:

- Experience of writing, marking and editing professional legal assessments
- Experience of teaching and/or examining law
- Experience of working in a professional environment with a variety of stakeholders

**What we do**

We are part of the Kaplan group, one of the world’s largest and most diverse education and assessment providers. We operate in over 30 countries and maintain relationships and partnerships with more than 1,000 school districts, colleges and universities, professional bodies and over 10,000 businesses. Our vast breadth and scope in terms of both capabilities and assets sets us apart.

**What we believe in**

Kaplan is a global organisation whose mission is rooted in providing equal access to education and opportunities for advancement to people of all backgrounds. We believe diversity, equity and inclusion - of culture, experiences, perspectives - are paramount to creating success and opportunity in an ever-changing world. As an educator, partner and employer, Kaplan is committed to promoting an equitable world in which diverse talent can develop, advance and thrive.

This includes making sure people with disabilities are given the opportunity to bring their best. So, if you require any adjustments, or additional support within the recruitment process, please contact us directly and we’ll do our best to help.

**Our values**

We live, breathe and celebrate our values - they drive what we believe in, how we behave and guide us in creating a culture of success.
- Act with integrity
- Empower and support
- Create opportunity
- Grow knowledge
- Drive results together

**What we offer**

As well as a competitive salary, transparent pay structures, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

- 28 days annual leave + option to purchase more
- Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
- Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family
- Private medical, income protection, and life insurance
- 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services
- Company pension contributions
- Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels

**How to apply**

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to attend one online interview as part of the recruitment process. You will also be asked to prepare a task, details of which will be included in interview invite.

Kaplan is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and recruitment checks will be undertaken for successful applicants in accordance with our background checking policy.

£65,000 - £72,599 per annum (pro-rata)