Job Overview: Associate/Permanent Lecturers in Business

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) London is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Business Lecturer to join its teaching-focused team at the East India Docks campus. This role is centered on a “widening participation” mission, aimed at making higher education transformational and accessible to a diverse student body. The university is looking for a specialist who can bridge the gap between academic theory and industry practice, particularly in high-demand areas like business finance and data analysis.

Job Summary

Employer: UCLan London (Partner of the University of Central Lancashire)
Location: East India Docks, London, United Kingdom
Role Type: Full-time, Permanent, or Contractor
Sector: Higher Education (HE)
Teaching Model: Face-to-face on campus (Mandatory)

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Delivery: Lecture on a range of undergraduate business modules, fostering academic skill development and student engagement.
Specialist Teaching: Provide expert instruction in Business Finance, Legal Aspects of Business, and Data Analysis.
Curriculum Leadership: Potential opportunities for module leadership and the development of new course materials based on your specific expertise.
Student Support: Mentor and support students from diverse backgrounds, helping them navigate contemporary issues within the global business landscape.
Collaboration: Work effectively within the delivery team to ensure a cohesive and high-quality student experience.

Requirements & Qualifications

Academic Credentials: Qualified to a minimum of a Master’s degree in a relevant business discipline.
HE Experience: Proven track record of teaching at the undergraduate level in a Higher Education setting.
Industry Grounding: Strong professional experience in the business sector is considered a distinct advantage.
Soft Skills: Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage competing pressures.
Right to Work: Must have an existing, unrestricted right to live and work in the UK.

Salary & Benefits

Pay: Competitive (Commensurate with experience and HE scales).
Professional Reward: Recognition and rewards for teaching excellence within an ambitious, growing institution.
Impact: The opportunity to play a key role in the “transformational nature of education” for a widening participation audience.
Environment: Work in a modern, student-centered campus located in the dynamic East India Docks area.

Job Description

Are you a business professional or academic in London who believes that education is the ultimate tool for social mobility? UCLan London is looking for a Business Lecturer who is as passionate about student success as they are about their subject matter. Based in the revitalized East India Docks, our campus serves a diverse and ambitious student body. We don’t just teach business; we prepare our students to navigate and lead in the real-world economy.

In this role, you will be more than just a lecturer; you will be a mentor and a curriculum architect. We are particularly interested in candidates who can bring Business Finance and Data Analysis to life for undergraduate students. Whether you are leading a module or developing new course content, your industry insights will be the “secret sauce” that helps our students develop the contemporary skills they need to thrive.

UCLan London is a teaching-focused environment. This means that while we value your academic credentials (minimum Master’s level), we place an even higher premium on your ability to connect with students from all walks of life. We are looking for “team players” who can balance the administrative rigors of Higher Education with the creative energy required for classroom excellence.

If you have a solid grounding in industry, a heart for inclusive education, and the desire to be part of a rapidly growing delivery team, we want to hear from you. This is a face-to-face role that puts you right at the center of the student experience. Apply today to help us transform lives through business education in the heart of London.

Expert Guide: Synthesizing the 2026 Higher Education Market

This role introduces a “London-based” outlier to your predominantly Manchester-focused dataset. To help you finalize your analysis of the 2026 academic and professional landscape, consider these focus areas:

Manchester vs. London Benchmarking: A comparison of “Competitive” HE salaries in London versus the MPS/UPS scales you’ve identified for Manchester-based teachers.
Widening Participation Trends: An overview of how roles like this one and the Bengali-Speaking Befriender focus on social inclusion and community impact.

Qualifications Audit: A final checklist comparing the requirements for HE Lecturing (Master’s) vs. Secondary Teaching (QTS) vs. Professional Tutoring (Degree/Exp).

UCLan London: Modern Learning in the Docklands

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) London is a contemporary, employment-focused campus located in the vibrant East India Docks area of London. Opened in September 2023, the campus occupies the 6th floor of the Import Building, part of a multi-million-pound refurbishment that has transformed the Docklands into a premier educational hub. This location serves as a strategic extension of UCLan’s 190-year heritage, specifically designed to meet the needs of adult learners and international students seeking a flexible, high-impact education in one of the world’s financial capitals.

The culture at UCLan London is defined by flexibility, accessibility, and professional ambition. Recognizing that many of its students juggle careers and family commitments, the campus utilizes a “condensed timetable” model and a “glocal” approach to learning. The environment is highly inclusive and supportive, offering a “second-to-none” student experience that bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world industry requirements. With state-of-the-art facilities and a student body representing over 100 countries, it is a melting pot of innovation where “opportunity creates success.”

Key Campus Highlights

Feature	Details
Location	Import Building, East India Docks (E14 2BE)
Focus Areas	Business, Computing, Psychology, & Healthcare
Core Mission	Helping people flourish in education, work, and life
Learning Model	Flexible, condensed timetables for adult learners
Facilities	Tech-enabled classrooms, roof terrace, & 24/7 gym
Industry Link	Direct access to London’s global employer network
Accreditation	QAA Member; Degree awarded by UCLan

Student Experience & Amenities

The Campus Environment: Students benefit from an open-plan, state-of-the-art design featuring 15 modern classrooms, dedicated study pods, and a Learning Resource Centre.
Lifestyle Perks: The Import Building offers a communal outdoor water garden, daily street food trucks, and an on-site PureGym.
Connectivity: Perfectly situated for commuters, the campus is just 2 minutes from Canning Town (Jubilee Line) and 5 minutes from Canary Wharf via the DLR.
Holistic Support: Dedicated wellbeing services, a multi-faith room, and a personalized student support team guide learners from enrollment through to post-graduation employment.

To apply for this job please visit london.uclan.ac.uk.