Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

• Join Aotearoa New Zealand’s highest‑ranked Law School, consistently placed in the QS global top 100.
• Be part of a large, diverse academic community with strong international connections and leading legal research centres.
• Live in a vibrant, international city that provides easy access to all that New Zealand has to offer.

The University of Auckland creates globally transformative impacts through our distinctive strengths in world leading research, scholarship, teaching and collaborative partnerships, inspired by our unique position in Aotearoa New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific. 

The Faculty of Law

Te Wāhanga Ture | The Auckland Law School  is ranked in 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject as the best place to study law in New Zealand based on academic reputation, employer reputation and research impact; and again in the top 100 Law Schools internationally (QS 59=).  It is the largest law school in New Zealand and has an international reputation for academic excellence.

The Law School currently comprises over 50 full-time academic staff, including 20 professors, with expertise across a broad range of subject areas.  It has high entry standards for its LLB and LLB (Honours) degrees and has an outstanding postgraduate programme.

The Law School enjoys excellent international links and a strong relationship nationally with the legal profession, policymakers, and the judiciary.  It is supported by the staff and resources of the Davis Law Library, New Zealand’s leading legal research library.  Leading scholars from top overseas universities often visit the Law School and teach courses for the LLM programme.

The Law School hosts several legal centres including:

• The Aotearoa New Zealand Centre for Indigenous Peoples and the Law;
• The  New Zealand Centre for Legal and Political Theory;
• The  New Zealand Centre for Environmental Law;
• The  New Zealand Centre for Human Rights Law Policy and Practice;
• The  New Zealand Centre for Intellectual Property;
• The  Centre for Advancing Law and Technology Responsibly; and
• The  New Zealand Centre for Taxation.

The Law School also enjoys a close relationship with the Legal Research Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation of legal practitioners and academics that promotes legal research and law reform. The New Zealand Law Review, one of New Zealand’s leading law journals, is published by the Legal Research Foundation and edited by members of the Law School.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We invite applications for a Lecturer position within Te Wāhanga Ture | The Auckland Law School. Applications are welcome from all areas of law.

Lecturers in the Law School are expected to deliver high‑quality, research‑informed teaching across our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including at least one core law course.  They are also expected to maintain an active research programme, produce high‑quality scholarly work, supervise research students, and contribute to service and leadership activities that support the Law School and the wider University.

This is a full time, 40 hours per week, permanent employment contract. The salary range for this role is Lecturer Step 1 NZ$99,788 – Lecturer Step 7 NZ$119,204 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this position description.

He kōrero mōu | About you

We are seeking an energetic, can‑do academic who will contribute to the Law School through high‑quality research, teaching, supervision, and engagement.  Strong communication skills, a collaborative ethos, and a collegial approach are essential.

You will bring:

• An LLB or equivalent and postgraduate qualifications in Law (a PhD in Law or a related discipline is highly desirable);
• Demonstrated potential to produce high‑quality legal research and publications; and
• Ability to teach effectively across undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including those in core curriculum areas, is desirable.  

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

As New Zealand’s leading university, the University of Auckland offers an exceptional city-campus experience with access to cutting-edge research, opportunities to collaborate across faculties in research and teaching, as well as a world-class library and recreational facilities.  Located in one of the world’s most liveable cities, it provides an outstanding environment for work and research.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment and supporting your academic career through:

Academic and Professional Support

• Access to outstanding research, teaching, and campus facilities.
• Generous Research and Study Leave provisions
• Comprehensive research development and leadership programmes
• A wide range of staff benefits across the University

Employment Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements, including work‑from‑home options and flexible hours
• Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution
• Competitive salary and five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, staff enjoy career development opportunities, discounted parking, generous parental leave, childcare support, and a variety of discounts on internal and external services.

For more details, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 17th of April 2026(NZST) to be considered. As part of your application please include the following documents:

• A cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Recent writing sample
• Teaching record and summarised teaching evaluations (if applicable)
• List of research grants (if applicable)

Please also provide the names of three referees (who will not be contacted without your permission).

For a confidential conversation reach out to our Head of School, Professor Jaime King ([email protected]). Please note that while we are happy to answer your questions, we do not accept applications by email.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz