Student Funding Administrator

Job Category: Education
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: England
Company Name: University of Oxford

Join the World’s Leading University

The University of Oxford is seeking a Student Funding Administrator to join our Student Fees and Funding team. In this important role, you’ll help manage funding and financial assistance schemes for over 25,000 students, ensuring those in financial difficulty receive the support they need.

Working in a collaborative and inclusive environment, you will assess applications, administer scholarships and bursaries, maintain financial records, and ensure accurate and accessible information is available for students, staff, and parents.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer central student financial assistance schemes

  • Process applications and assess financial need

  • Prepare cases and recommendations for the University Financial Assistance Committee

  • Disburse grant and loan awards, ensuring compliance with regulations

  • Monitor fund balances and maintain detailed records

  • Update and manage student funding information on the University website

  • Respond to enquiries from students, families, and staff

  • Support students navigating funding and financial aid systems

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

  • Proven administrative and organisational skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities

  • A good level of numeracy and attention to detail

  • Excellent IT skills

  • Empathy and understanding towards students needing assistance

  • A genuine interest in student funding and higher education policy

What We Offer

Working at Oxford brings exclusive benefits, including:
 38 days of annual leave (including public holidays), plus the option to buy more
 Generous family leave policies (up to 26 weeks full-pay maternity/adoption leave)
 Flexible and hybrid working options
 Excellent contributory pension scheme
 Sustainable commuting schemes: cycle loans, discounted bus and season tickets
 Access to social, cultural, and sports clubs

How to Apply

Please submit:

  • A covering letter/supporting statement

  • Your CV

  • Contact details of two referees

Apply via the University of Oxford job portal by 12 noon, Monday 29 July 2025.


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