Returning to his alma mater, he was tutor in law (1965–1976) and a fellow (1965–1984) of Keble College, Oxford. In 1984, he was elected Principal of Jesus College, Oxford.
Returning to his academic institution, he held the role of law instructor (1965–1976) and was a member (1965–1984) of Keble College, Oxford. Subsequently, in 1984, he became the principal of Jesus College, Oxford.