AULP is committed to supporting the ongoing professional development of university legal practitioners across the UK. Alongside our own events, mentoring programme, and sector‑wide initiatives, members can also benefit from a wide range of resources offered through other PHES (Professional HE Services) organisations which they are members of.
This page brings together useful links to other PHES partner organisations whose training, guidance, and e‑learning may be relevant to AULP members at all career stages.
BUFDG provides sector‑leading training, guidance, and resources for professionals working in university finance and related areas.
Why it’s useful for AULP members:
Clear, accessible briefings on financial regulations and sector funding
Insight into university financial strategy and risk management
E‑learning courses that may be relevant to legal practitioners, including modules on fraud awareness, procurement, and financial governance
Visit BUFDG: https://www.bufdg.ac.uk
CHEIA supports internal audit professionals across the HE sector and provides a wealth of materials on governance, assurance, and risk.
Why it’s useful for AULP members:
Resources on internal controls, compliance, and institutional risk
Training and events that intersect with legal practice, governance, and regulatory assurance
Useful for colleagues working closely with audit committees or risk teams
Visit CHEIA: https://www.cheia.ac.uk
UHR is the professional body for HR practitioners in higher education, offering training, guidance, and sector insights.
Why it’s useful for AULP members:
Updates on employment law and workforce policy
Training on HR processes, casework, and organisational development
Useful for legal teams supporting HR colleagues or advising on employment matters
Visit UHR: https://www.uhr.ac.uk
Engaging with PHES partner organisations can help AULP members to:
Broaden understanding of cross‑functional issues affecting legal practice
Strengthen collaboration with finance, HR, audit, and governance teams
Access specialist training and e‑learning beyond the legal domain
Stay informed about sector‑wide developments and regulatory expectations
These resources complement AULP’s own programme of events, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
If you have suggestions for additional resources or would like AULP to explore new professional development partnerships, please get in touch with the AULP team.
