SQE1 Subject Head - Business Law and Practice and Financial Services
SQE1 Subject Head - Business Law and Practice and Financial Services
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SQE1 Subject Head Business Law and Practice and Financial Services
Reference number: JR245356
Location: Homebased with some travel to London required
Working pattern: Part Time 22.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Number of roles: 1
Grade: A1
Salary:per annum pro rata
We are looking for a new SQE Subject Head to join our team.
You will help us to deliver worldleading assessments by developing questions in your subject area for SQE1 multiple choice questions. You will join an existing academic team comprising the Academic Director Academic Heads and Subject Heads for SQE1 and SQE2 in various disciplines to contribute to the content and quality of the final SQE assessments.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who may be currently working as a Law Tutor or Practicing Solicitor who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader.
A detailed job description can be viewed here. If the link does not work for you please copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: https://tinyurl/3sbrf8bs.
What youll bring to the role
Professional qualification as a solicitor of England and Wales .
Up to date knowledge of law and legal practice in your subject specialism.
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.
What we do
Kaplan is a provider of worldleading professional assessments. In 2018 we were appointed as the independent assessment organisation for the new Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) which we then launched in 2021. This exam is now the sole route to qualifying as a Solicitor of England and Wales and will ultimately be taken by upwards of 13000 candidates per year.
We are part of the Kaplan group one of the worlds largest and most diverse education and assessment providers. We operate in over 30 countries and maintain relationships and partnerships with more than 1000 school districts colleges and universities professional bodies and over 10000 businesses. Our vast breadth and scope in terms of both capabilities and assets sets us apart.
What we believe in
Our goal is for Kaplan to be a great place to work where everybody can succeed so we truly live and breathe our values: act with integrity grow knowledge empower & support create opportunity drive results together.
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 everchanging world. As an educator partner and employer Kaplan is committed to promoting an equitable world in which diverse talent can develop advance and thrive.
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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
To apply for this role please submit a CV along with a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role no later than 11pm on 30th April 2025. Note we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.
Additional Application Information
A sponsorship licence is a legal requirement for employers seeking to hire individuals from outside the UK or those who require a work visa to work in the country. Unfortunately SQE does not possess this licence at this time.
Application Support
If you require support completing your application or wish to talk to someone about the role before applying please email the Recruitment Team .
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
As a Disability Confident employer we are committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role as found in the What youll bring to the role section of the job description. Details of how to request your application be considered under the Disability Confident scheme will be shared with all applicants upon submission of an application.
Furthermore all applicants invited to attend interview will be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments to attend.
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Employment Type
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