Who we are
A little about us
We are a community based credit union that provides saving accounts and loans to the people of South Manchester. We continuously look to support people’s finances and make a positive difference to their lives.
We are a responsible lender
Our credit union aims to promote responsible lending and borrowing. We look at loan applications with care and support our borrowers if they get into financial difficulties. Our mission is to support our community and we see it as a privilege to do so.
Friendly
Supportive
Lifesaver
We surveyed our members to see how they would describe their credit union. The top 3 words were friendly, supportive, lifesaver. These three positive words describe us well and set a standard for us to live by.
Mana Fara
22/03/2022
Verified
They are so helpful and very polite and I’m so satisfied with them 😃
sinead duffy
22/03/2022
Verified
Very helpful, polite and professional Aimee really made me feel comfortable and answered all my questions I am very happy with the service I received☺️
Neil Martin
18/03/2022
Verified
Great service from SMCU and Harry in particular: really felt treated like a person rather than just a number on a computer screen. It feels like the sort of service you used to get in banks years ago. 10/10 would recommend and look forward to dealing with them again.
ERROL TUCKER
18/03/2022
Verified
Very satisfied with the service i received an would recommend to my friends an family 😊
claire east
14/03/2022
Verified
SMC are amazing and have helped me out so many times. They really care about their customers and I always know that they are there when times are hard. SMC are always so easy to deal with, they are fab communicators and really make you feel like your valued. Thank you for all your help over the last 6 years 🙂
Sepiso Akafekwa
08/03/2022
Verified
Needed a car loan.They were thorough with their assessments and quick and efficient. Happy with service and they processed everything ahead of the guided timeliness.
Fidelma Clerkin
08/03/2022
Verified
Amazing staff!!! Nothing is to much for them they r so helpful all the time.
Neil Highley
04/03/2022
Verified
A very efficient service.
Staff professional and friendly.
I would certainly recommend South Manchester Credit Union
Meet the team
Aimee
Believe in your future self!
Andrea
Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile
- Albert Einstein
Ed
I just want to be loved
Ginka
Everything you can imagine is real
- Pablo Picasso
Qasim
There is a difference between giving up and knowing when you’ve had enough
Raqeeb
The harder you work for something, the greater you'll feel when you achieve it
Ryan
Please like our Facebook posts - it makes me look good
Sandra
Don't doubt yourself, work hard and make it happen
Sheenagh
Don’t be afraid. Be focused. Be determined. Be hopeful. Be empowered
- Michelle Obama
Tricia
The longest journey starts with a single step
Trish
Mine's a double comfort and lemonade
Meet the board
Mike Connolly
Chair
I draw confidence from our members, staff, and volunteers. I am delighted to be involved in South Manchester Credit Union.
Jeremy Engineer
Vice Chair
Coming soon!
Jean Johnston
Secretary
We want more people to see the brilliance of credit unions, making community finance work. Spread the word.
Roland Fox
Treasurer
Coming soon!
Kay Sharkey
Director
We provide a vital service in helping people to access loans, develop saving habits, and benefit from financial support
Paul Murphy
Director
I am very proud to have played my role in development and success of South Manchester Credit Union
Martin Logan
Director
I was born in Dublin and came to Manchester in 1975 with the help of a credit union loan
Carlton Rose
Director
I want to be a part of the fight against unscrupulous lenders
Philip Jaeschke
Director
I really enjoy the sense of community spirit that comes with being a part of the credit union
Nick Money
Director
