Assistant Director of Student Financial Services

Manchester University; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director of Student Financial Services to enhance financial aid operations and ensure compliance with regulations. This role requires advising students on financial aid strategies and managing federal aid programs while contributing to an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Generous time off and flexible scheduling

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Investment in faculty development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in financial aid administration.
• Strong commitment to inclusivity.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Counsel students and evaluate financial need.
• Administer federal and state financial aid programs.
• Oversee loan programs and ensure compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web-based systems

Email platforms

Job description

Position: Assistant Director of Student Financial Services

Department: Student Financial Services

Campus: North Manchester

Target Hire Date: August 2025

Manchester University seeks a dedicated and experienced financial aid professional to serve as the Assistant Director of Student Financial Services. This role is key in supporting the planning and implementation of financial aid operations while ensuring strict compliance with federal and state regulations.

What You'll Do:

• Counsel and advise students and families on financial aid and payment strategies.

• Evaluate financial need and assemble aid packages tailored to each student’s circumstances.

• Administer and reconcile federal and state financial aid programs in compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Oversee loan programs, including application processing, certifications, entrance/exit counseling, and promissory notes.

• Monitor and manage updates to financial aid regulations and ensure institutional policies remain compliant.

• Act as the primary contact for outside scholarships and external funding organizations.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in financial aid administration.

• Strong commitment to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students and staff.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and technical skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, email platforms, web-based systems, and 10-key calculator use.

Why Manchester University? At Manchester, we:

• Respect the infinite worth of every individual
• Foster a campus culture rooted in integrity, compassion, and service
• Support a healthy work-life balance with generous time off and flexible scheduling
• Offer competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Invest in faculty development and encourage scholarly engagement

For more information about the position, please review the job description attached to this posting.

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Manchester University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to respecting the infinite worth of every individual.

We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.