Director – School of Law

Position OverviewThe Director – School of Law will serve as the academic and administrative head of the Law School, responsible for academic excellence, faculty leadership, institutional reputation, and student enrollment growth. The role demands a visionary academic leader who can elevate the School of Law’s standing while driving student admissions through high-quality education, innovative programs, and strong stakeholder engagement.Key ResponsibilitiesAcademic Leadership & Quality Enhancement- Provide strategic direction to ensure excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and academic governance. - Lead accreditation, regulatory compliance, and continuous quality improvement initiatives. - Promote research culture, publications, moot courts, legal clinics, and academic collaborations.Admissions Growth & Institutional Branding- Develop and execute strategies to increase student admissions through program innovation, outreach initiatives, and academic reputation building. - Actively engage with schools, colleges, coaching institutes, and professional bodies to strengthen the admissions pipeline. - Represent the School of Law at education fairs, conferences, and public forums.Faculty & Staff Leadership- Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty members to build a high-performing academic team. - Foster a collaborative culture of professional development and academic innovation. - Ensure optimal faculty deployment and workload planning.Student Development & Outcomes- Oversee student engagement initiatives including internships, placements, legal aid clinics, and industry partnerships. - Strengthen alumni relations and employer connections to enhance graduate outcomes.Governance & Compliance- Ensure compliance with BCI, UGC, and other statutory regulations. - Prepare academic budgets, performance reports, and strategic proposals for university leadership.Qualifications & Experience- Ph.D. in Law is highly preferred; minimum LLM from a recognized university / institution of national importance like NLU, NLSIU, NALSAR, WBNUJS etc. - Minimum 15+ years of academic experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role (Dean / Director). - Demonstrated success in academic administration, accreditation, and admissions growth. - Strong understanding of Indian legal education frameworks and regulatory environment.Key Competencies- Visionary leadership & academic governance - Strategic planning & admissions growth - Stakeholder engagement & brand building - Faculty development & team leadership - Strong communication & representation skills

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