General Manager – Student Loans

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. Own the full P&L for student lending, set revenue and profitability targets, forecast growth, allocate resources, and report results to the Executive Leadership Team .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesEntry Level💰 $156,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing P&L for student lending, driving borrower acquisition through SEO and paid media, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve strategic growth objectives. Proficient in financial modeling, data analysis, and cultivating partnerships to enhance marketplace performance.

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P&L ManagementBorrower Acquisition StrategiesPartnership DevelopmentCross-Functional LeadershipFinancial Modeling

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Hard Skills

P&L ManagementRevenue ForecastingBudgetingData AnalysisFinancial ModelingSEO StrategiesPaid Media CampaignsUnit Economics EvaluationBusiness Unit OwnershipMarket Analysis

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationNegotiationCollaborationInfluencing

Tools & Technologies

ExcelGoogle SheetsTableauLookerPowerBI

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in BusinessMBA or Advanced Degree

Industry Keywords

FintechMarketplaceConsumer LendingGrowth StrategiesDistribution Partnerships

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Tableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the full P&L for student lending, set revenue and profitability targets, forecast growth, allocate resources, and report results to the Executive Leadership Team
Drive borrower acquisition and growth across SEO, partnerships, and paid media channels
Cultivate, negotiate, and scale lender and marketing partnerships
Partner with Product and Engineering to improve borrower conversion, partner integrations, and marketplace performance
Lead cross-functional growth initiatives, distribution opportunities, and campaigns
Monitor performance metrics and unit economics to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and guide data-driven decisions
Lead the Student Lending team and align it with company-wide OKRs
Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Operations on efficiency, compliance, and strategic alignment
Provide weekly, monthly, and quarterly updates to the CRO and/or Executive Leadership Team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or related field required
MBA or advanced degree is a plus
10+ years in fintech, marketplace, or consumer lending roles with proven success in scaling acquisition
Demonstrated experience owning a business unit P&L, including revenue forecasting, budgeting, and resource allocation
Track record in scaling growth strategies and paid media
Deep experience structuring and growing distribution partnerships
Strong leadership experience in high-growth environments
Success leading cross-functional teams and influencing product roadmaps
Excellent communication skills; comfortable negotiating externally and presenting to ELT
Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis using Excel/Google Sheets
Ability to evaluate unit economics, budget, and complete ad hoc industry analysis
Skilled in leveraging data, BI tools (Tableau, Looker, PowerBI), and analytics to optimize performance
Ability to balance immediate execution with long-term strategy in dynamic, fast-paced environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents