Cardiff School of Management is located in a state-of-the-art facility close to the heart of the capital city, the University offers a diverse portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Law sits within the School and plays a central role in delivering the ambitions of the University’s Strategic Plan (Strategy 2030).

CSM is an ambitious, accredited provider of Business and Management education. State-of-the-art facilities on the Llandaff Campus provide an encouraging and creative learning environment, showcasing the School as a leading centre in the UK for Accounting, Economics and Finance; Business, Management and Law; Marketing and Strategy; and Tourism, Hospitality and Events Management. Staff are rightly proud of their significant contribution to regional regeneration and economic growth through teaching, enterprise work and applied research.

In 2024, the School became the first University in Wales and just the third in the UK to receive the Business School Impact System (BSIS) label from the European Foundation for Management Development for the positive economic impact the School has on the Cardiff Capital Region.

The School is proud of the role it plays in delivering programmes around the world. With around 10,000 students studying management programmes at our international TNE partners, the School makes a positive difference to the life chances of students and communities around the globe.

Cardiff School of Management’s Department of Business, Management and Law is seeking to appoint a Senior Lecturer in Law with a strong criminology profile and a clear socio-legal and doctrinal focus. This is a strategically important appointment that will strengthen the Department’s growing provision at the intersection of law, criminology, justice and public policy.

The Department delivers a range of highly successful law programmes, including the LLB (Hons), BA (Hons) Law and Criminology, BA (Hons) Business Law and Management, and a Foundation in Legal Studies pathway. In 2024, the Department launched the CSM Entrepreneurial Law Clinic, providing students with supervised opportunities to deliver legal advice and assistance in a real-world setting. Teaching across the Department prioritises employability, professional skills and personal development, while situating law firmly within its broader social, political and criminological contexts. This approach enables students to critically engage with law’s role in shaping justice, inequality and social outcomes.

The successful candidate will be a criminology-informed legal scholar, able to contribute to undergraduate teaching across law and criminology programmes, with particular strength in areas that explore crime, justice and regulation from a legal perspective. They will be expected to support curriculum development, contribute to research and scholarship, and enhance the Department’s applied and socially engaged teaching ethos.

The role holder will contribute to teaching across a range of undergraduate modules, with teaching and research interests aligned to one or more of the following areas:

• Punishment and Justice
• Access to Justice
• Criminal Justice and Legal Responses to Crime
• Family Law and Social Justice
• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Legal and Professional Skills
• Terrorism, Radicalisation and Violence
• International and Comparative Law and Systems
• Supervision of final year dissertations or projects.

This post offers an exciting opportunity for a criminology specialist with a strong legal foundation to shape an innovative, practice-focused curriculum and to contribute meaningfully to debates around law, crime and justice in society.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

You will be required to make a significant contribution to the delivery of our taught portfolio contributing to a range of undergraduate and postgraduate modules in our Law provision and other areas of our core curriculum depending on your areas of expertise and experience. Enthusiastic about student-centred pedagogy, you will contribute to education delivery, including programme management as required, across the range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You will also make a significant contribution to employability, and professional engagement with relevant internal and external organisations, at a regional, national and international level. 

You will be expected to contribute to the research profile of the department and to meet the qualitative and quantitative requirements for submission to the next Research Excellence Framework.

Applications are particularly welcome from outstanding candidates with teaching and research experience.  There will be opportunities to contribute to PG research supervision.

What we are looking for 

• A Masters (LLM/MA/MRes) or equivalent qualification in Law or Criminology/Criminal Justice or a related discipline.
• An in-depth knowledge of subject and professional area of Law, Criminology /Criminal Justice or a related discipline.
• Successful experience of HE Law teaching/professional practice or equivalent and demonstrated competence to teach principles of legal professional conduct on related programmes.
• A good honours degree.
• An in-depth understanding of pedagogy.
• An in-depth understanding of research/enterprise and scholarly activity.
• Ability to design, develop and deliver a range of programmes at various levels.
• Ability to review programme design on a regular basis to ensure compliance with quality standards and academic regulations and to make alterations where appropriate.
• Ability to contribute to the achievement of the School Development Plan and the institutions strategic planning processes.
• Ability to develop research objectives, prepare proposals, carry out independent research, referee and contribute to peer assessment.
• Ability to identify opportunities for strategic development/improvement e.g. research projects, new courses, consultancy.
• Ability to identify (through the analysis of appropriate management information) areas requiring improved performance e.g. student numbers, student satisfaction.
• Experience of providing academic leadership and first line support/mentoring for other colleagues.
• Experience of engaging in pedagogic and practitioner research.
• Ability to achieve Fellow Status as part of the Higher Education Academy’s Professional Recognition scheme, within agreed timescales (as soon as is practicably possible and definitely within three years of commencement of employment).

Contact Us
If you would like to talk with us about this opportunity please contact Angela Joseph, Head of Department, at ajoseph@cardiffmet.ac.uk for further information about working with us at our University please visit our recruitment website.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 29 Apr 2026

School/Unit: Academic

Salary: £53,301 to £61,759 per annum
Permanent

You’ll coordinate by: 

• Utilising asset-based community development methods to engage the least active and identify the strengths within an area.
• Draw on relevant data, insights and build trusted relationships to influence key stakeholders to better meet the needs of those who face the greatest inequalities.
• Capture learning and impacts of change within the system and across the place via learning logs, collection of stories and data.
• Identify and complete funding applications to support the development and long-term sustainability of activities.
• Identifying gaps and create opportunities to enable local communities to move more. 

What you’ll bring

As a place-based coordinator, you’ll be able to engage and inspire a wide range of people to come together to collaborate and connect, inspiring and influencing across the system.   With superb written communication skills and experience of community engagement, you’ll be able to create insightful reports for a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Additionally you’ll: 

• Embrace Met Sports continuous learning approach.
• Be self-disciplined and able to work independently, manage own workload and use own initiative without close supervision.
• Experience of administrative, budget and project planning.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 years’ service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us

For more information about the role please contact Jamie Grundy on JAGrundy@Cardiffmet.ac.uk or feel free to contact Cerys Purdon, Recruitment Manager on cpurdon@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 20 Apr 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £29,588 to £34,610 per annum
Fixed term for 2 years

You’ll support the conversion of prospects and pre‑applicants through tailored communications that reflect our values. At Cardiff Met, we’re always looking for better, more meaningful ways to connect, and your work will help us shape messages that feel personal, purposeful and timely.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Producing engaging communications that resonate with prospective students and guardians, influencing decisions and driving actions. 
• Collaborating with colleagues across marketing and student recruitment teams to develop timely and relevant communication campaigns.
• Designing on brand touchpoints - from lead generation to onboarding and enrolment.
• Utilising your CRM knowledge and experience to tailor customer journeys based on relational triggers. 

What you’ll bring 

You’ll bring a strong blend of CRM expertise, analytical thinking and creativity. You’ll be confident working with data, building segmented journeys and designing impactful communications that support prospective students at every stage of their decision making. You’ll also be skilled in using CRM programmes, designing forms and email templates, with excellent copywriting skills and an eye for detail.  

In addition, you’ll bring:

• A positive and collaborative approach;
• The ability to work to tight deadlines, with a track record of delivering projects in an organised fashion.
• The ability to measure success, solve problems and identify opportunities for improvement. 
• A good understanding of data protection legislation including GDPR.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 years’ service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us 

For more information about the role please contact Ceri Harry, CRM Marketing Communications Manager on charry@cardiffmet.ac.uk or feel free to contact Cerys Purdon, Recruitment Manager on cpurdon@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 19 Apr 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £35,608 to £38,784 per annum
Permanent

The role involves leading sessions, supporting assessments, maintaining safe practice, and contributing to an environment where every swimmer can progress confidently.

What you’ll do: 

• Plan and deliver engaging, safe and progressive swimming lessons across all programmes.
• Review and evaluate sessions to support continuous improvement.
• Lead lessons using clear teaching plans aligned to the programme framework.
• Assess swimmers, record progress, and communicate updates to parents or guardians.
• Support behaviour management to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Mentor assistant teachers and volunteers.
• Prepare, set up, check and safely store equipment before and after sessions.
• Follow safeguarding, child protection and health and safety requirements always.

Working Pattern

You will deliver up to 7.5 hours of teaching per week across the following sessions:

• Tuesday: 16:00 to 18:00
• Thursday: 17:00 to 20:00
• Saturday: 09:00 to 12:00

The remaining time, up to a total of 8 contracted hours per week, is for planning and administration tasks linked to the role.

What you’ll bring

You bring strong communication skills, a commitment to high‑quality teaching, and the ability to support participants at different stages of development. You work well in a team, contribute to a stable and reliable workforce, and help us deliver consistent lessons that support learner progress and overall programme quality.

• A Level 2 Swimming Teaching qualification (ASA, SEQ, or STA Certificate). 
• Understanding of safeguarding, child protection and participant wellbeing.
• Knowledge of customer care and positive service delivery.
• Experience planning and leading swimming lessons in a club, school or leisure setting.
• Ability to monitor, assess and record swimmer progress.
• Confident communication with children, parents and colleagues.
• Ability to manage equipment safely and support lesson logistics. 

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 years’ service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us

For more information about the role please contact Ryan David, Aquatics Development Manager on rdavid@Cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 26 Apr 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £29,588 to £34,610 per annum pro rata
Fixed term 2 years

You’ll support:  

• The student lifecycle, ensuring a high level of administrative support is provided at every stage of the students’ journey;
• Academic and administrative colleagues across a range of departments to ensure that University policies and procedures are implemented effectively and efficiently.

The post-holder will be required to work their contracted hours on campus.

What you’ll bring:

With superb communication skills and experience in the Higher Education Sector, you will be able to support students at every stage of their journey. Your expertise in Microsoft Office applications will enable you to produce high quality documentation efficiently and track each stage of the student journey, reporting and supporting as necessary.  

Additionally, you will:  

• Prepare and manage all relevant information for all examination boards, including pre-boards, ensuring that all data has been reconciled before the boards commence.
• Provide administrative support for all Programme and Departmental meetings, ensuring that all relevant papers are available via Sharepoint.
• Continually review and update procedures and systems within area of responsibility and share best practice with other administrators across the School.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 years’ service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership and cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us

For more information about the role please contact Steph Whitfield on swhitfield@cardiffmet.ac.uk or feel free to contact Aleks Janusiewicz the Recruitment Advisor supporting this vacancy on ajanusiewicz2@cardiffmet.ac.uk.   

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 08 Apr 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £28,031 to £28,778 per annum
Fixed term until 30/11/2026

You’ll play a key role in:

Strategic Alignment and Reporting

• Ensure that all core aspects of the Men’s Performance Rugby programme including; rugby preparation, player development, talent identification, recruitment, staffing, performance standards, cultural expectations and athlete welfare - are planned, aligned and agreed in collaboration with the Head of Performance Rugby. With progress, outcomes and key issues reported through rugby department line management and performance review systems.

Performance Programme Leadership

• Lead the day-to-day planning and delivery of the Men’s Performance Rugby performance programme, ensuring training, competition and player preparation align with BUCS demands, Cardiff Met performance standards and contemporary coaching practice.

Player Recruitment

• Lead the recruitment of student-athletes capable of contributing to the performance programme, while meeting academic entry requirements, working closely with admissions, marketing and performance staff. Work with a variety of staff to plan and deliver a coordinated programme of rugby recruitment activity, including experience days, reviewing footage, attending recruitment events and visiting clubs/academies, individual player meetings and supporting general university recruitment approaches.

What you’ll bring 

• Strong understanding of rugby union performance principles, game models and tactical frameworks.
• Proven ability to prepare teams for competitive performance at a BUCS Super Rugby, Academy or professional level.
• Demonstrable track record of coaching and developing rugby players within a performance environment appropriate to university, academy or senior competitive rugby.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 years’ service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us 

For more information about the role please contact Dai Young, Head of Performance Rugby on dyoung@cardiffmet.ac.uk , or feel free to contact Cerys Purdon, Recruitment Manager supporting this vacancy on cpurdon@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 06 Apr 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £35,608 to £38,784 per annum
Permanent

You’ll play a key role in:

• Acting as a primary medical liaison with the Head of Performance Rugby, Men’s Head Coach, Premier Head Coach and Head of Performance Services to understand and meet the needs of the relevant programmes.
• The planning and administration of a robust physio provision for the Cardiff Met Men’s performance programme.
• Leading the delivery of a detailed physiotherapy provision for the Men’s performance teams, utilising the wider MDT, academic staff, and the student workforce to supplement the delivery of services.

What you’ll bring

• Experience of working as a physiotherapist within a rugby environment.
• Experience of pitch side physio support, particularly in a rugby setting.
• Experience of assessing and treating musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 years’ service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us

For more information about the role please contact Dai Young, Head of Performance Rugby on dyoung@cardiffmet.ac.uk, or feel free to contact Cerys Purdon, Recruitment Manager on cpurdon@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 06 Apr 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £35,608 to £38,784 per annum
Permanent

You’ll play a key role in: 

• Forwards Unit Leadership - Lead the technical and tactical development of the forwards unit, including set piece (scrum, lineout), maul, breakdown, and contact areas. Integrate these technical components within the team’s overall game model to ensure clarity of role, decision-making, and contribution to team strategy.
• Training session delivery.
• Match preparation and support.
• Talent identification and recruitment support.

What you’ll bring 

• Expert technical understanding of forwards play including enhancing attacking and defensive backfield performance.
• Strong track record in planning and delivering structured, periodised training sessions.
• Ability to translate tactical concepts into practical coaching that improves performance.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 years’ service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us

For more information about the role please contact Dai Young, Head of Performance Rugby on dyoung@cardiffmet.ac.uk, or feel free to Cerys Purdon, Recruitment Manager on cpurdon@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 06 Apr 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £29,588 to £34,610 per annum
Permanent

You’ll play a key role in: 

• Backs Unit Leadership - Lead the technical and tactical development of the backs unit, including passing, handling, decision-making, kicking, counter-attack, defensive systems, and backfield organisation. Integrate these technical components within the team's overall game model to ensure clarity of role, decision-making, and contribution to team strategy.
• Training session delivery.
• Match preparation and support.
• Talent identification and recruitment support.

What you’ll bring 

• Expert technical understanding of backs play including enhancing attacking and defensive backfield performance.
• Strong track record in planning and delivering structured, periodised training sessions.
• Ability to translate tactical concepts into practical coaching that improves performance.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 years’ service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us

For more information about the role please contact David Young, Head of Performance Rugby on dyoung@cardiffmet.ac.uk, or feel free to contact Cerys Purdon, Recruitment Manager on cpurdon@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 06 Apr 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £29,588 to £34,610 per annum
Permanent