Dean - School of Law - International University

Description: We are hiring on behalf of one of our esteemed client in the Higher Education sector.

Role Overview:

- The Dean - School of Law will serve as the chief academic and administrative leader for the college, responsible for advancing its mission of academic excellence, impactful research, and strong community engagement.

- The Dean will guide faculty recruitment and development, ensure high-quality teaching and learning, strengthen research capacity, enhance student outcome, and position the College of Law as a leading destination for legal education in India.

- This role requires a seasoned academic leader with a strong research background, deep knowledge of legal education, and proven success in building institutional reputation and industry linkages.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Academic Leadership:

- Provide visionary leadership to establish a culture of academic excellence, integrity, and innovation.

- Develop and update curricula that reflect evolving legal landscapes, emerging fields, and industry needs.

- Foster faculty engagement in research, publications, and professional practice.

- Recruit, mentor, and retain top-tier legal scholars and practitioners.

2. Administrative Management:

- Oversee budgets, staffing, facilities, and operational efficiency of the College of Law.

- Implement policies and procedures in compliance with institutional, regulatory, and accreditation requirements (including BCI norms).

- Promote an inclusive and collaborative work environment among faculty, staff, and students.

3. Strategic Planning & Growth:

- Develop and execute a multi-year strategic plan.

- Identify growth areas in legal education, including interdisciplinary and global programs.

- Expand academic offerings in specialized domains such as technology law, corporate law, environmental law, and international arbitration.

4. Research Excellence:

- Strengthen the research profile of the College by fostering funded research projects, legal clinics, and policy initiatives.

- Encourage faculty and student participation in national and international conferences and publications.

- Build partnerships with think tanks, law firms, and global institutions for collaborative research.

5. External Relations & Community Engagement:

- Represent the College to alumni, legal associations, government bodies, and corporate legal departments.

- Develop strong employer networks for student internships and placements.

- Build partnerships with bar associations, judiciary members, and public policy institutions to enhance the Colleges visibility and influence.

6. Student Development & Placement:

- Drive initiatives to improve student placement rates and career readiness.

- Support the establishment of moot court programs, legal aid clinics, and experiential learning opportunities.

- Leverage alumni and employer relationships to expand job and internship pipelines.

7. Rankings & Accreditation:

- Develop and implement a targeted roadmap to position the College of Law among the Top 10 law schools in India within a defined timeframe.

- Lead efforts to achieve and maintain national and international accreditations along with recognitions in rankings (e.g., NAAC, NIRF, QS, THE rankings).

Qualifications & Experience:

- Education: PhD in Law (or equivalent doctoral qualification) from a recognized institution.

- Experience: Minimum 15 years in legal academia with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (Dean, Associate Dean, or equivalent).

- Demonstrated success in strategic planning, academic program development, and faculty leadership.

- Strong research credentials with publications in reputable journals and demonstrated funding success.