City University of Hong Kong is a dynamic, fast-growing university that is pursuing excellence in research and professional education. As a publicly funded institution, the University is committed to nurturing and developing students talents and creating applicable knowledge to support social and economic advancement.

The School of Law has three goals: becoming a world renowned centre for research and teaching of law equipping students with global knowledge, skills and perspectives and establishing a trusted relationship with local and international legal establishments. These goals are reflected in the composition of the faculty, the curriculum and enrichment activities. The School has also developed special programmes for judges from Mainland China, including LLM and JSD programmes. It has recruited excellent talents at all levels in recent years and these appointments are part of a strategy to enhance the School's research performance and represent a determined effort to increase the size of faculty by recruiting high calibre staff.

It is the School's goal to provide quality legal education for students and to broaden their horizons. The School offers a broad range of degree programmes: LLB, JD, LLMArbDR, LLM and PCLL.

Duties

We seek suitable candidates to teach core subjects (e.g. Contract Law, Criminal Law, Land Law, Equity & Trusts, Company Law, Evidence and Hong Kong Legal System) and elective subjects (e.g. Maritime Law). Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed to explore the subject's suitability and range of interest.

Requirements

An LLB degree (or equivalent). Experience as a barrister/solicitor valued. Interest in interacting with young people essential. Teaching experience at tertiary level is an advantage.

Appointment to a lecturing position requires at least eight years of post-qualification experience, while a tutoring role requires a minimum of four years.

Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in February/March 2027.

Salary and Conditions of Service

Salary offered will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Information and Application

Further information on the posts and the University is available at , or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email : /Fax : 2788 1154 or 3442 0311].

To apply, please submit an online application. Review of applications will start from 9October2026, and will continue until the postsare filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The University's privacy policy is available on the homepage.

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