Academy

Empowering Sporting Professionals for a New Career in Mortgage, Commercial, Property Development and Business Finance

Your next chapter starts here

Transitioning out of professional sport can be a challenge. At Windsor Hill Academy, we provide a structured, rewarding, and flexible pathway into the world of mortgage and commercial finance, helping you build a successful career while leveraging your existing skills and network.

Why join the Windsor Hill Academy?

Our academy is designed specifically for professional sportspeople, allowing you to learn and gain experience while continuing your sporting career. With the right training and support, you can establish a future-proof profession and financial security. We offer a unique opportunity to enter the financial industry with hands-on experience, expert guidance, and earning potential from day one.

Here's what sets us apart:

Flexible Learning

Train while continuing your sporting career.

Hands-On Experience

Work on real cases and gain practical knowledge.

Earning Potential

Commission-based structure, allowing you to earn as you learn.

Dedicated Support

Work alongside experienced advisors and paraplanners.

Career Progression

Expand into residential and buy-to-let mortgages post- graduation.

Academy Structure

Initial Training

An introductory phase providing an overview of core finance products and industry knowledge.

Shadowing & Case Management

6-12 months of real-time learning, working on live deals under the mentorship of an experienced advisor. You'll introduce cases to the company, gaining first-hand experience while adding value.

Earnings

Paid commission on completed cases you introduce during the academy period. Upon graduation, transition to standard contractor rates of up to 60% commission, maximising your earnings.

Referral Commission

Additional commission on referrals, including insurance, residential, and buy-to-let mortgages.

Optional Qualifications & Additional Training

Opportunity to complete CeMAP (Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice), enabling you to advise on residential and buy-to-let mortgages: Access to external training (6 days, flexible scheduling) with our network, allowing you to submit unregulated applications independently.

Ongoing Support

A dedicated Paraplanner will assist with case management, liaising with lenders, and ensuring smooth application processes.

Ready to take control of your future?

1. Contact us via academy@windsorhillmortgages.co.uk to register your interest

2. Attend an introduction session to learn more about the Academy and its structure

3. Begin your training and shadowing

START YOUR JOURNEY NOW

Meet the Team

Oliver Cotterell

Managing Director

Investment Strategy | Complex Income Structures

Academy

Your next chapter starts here

Here's what sets us apart:

Flexible Learning

Hands-On Experience

Earning Potential

Dedicated Support

Career Progression

Academy Structure

Initial Training

Shadowing & Case Management

Earnings

Referral Commission

Optional Qualifications & Additional Training

Ongoing Support

Ready to take control of your future?

Meet the Team

Oliver Cotterell

Managing Director

Elliot Cotterell

Co-Founding Director

JAMIE COPE

Head of Operations

Daniel Jones

Mortgage and Protection Specialist

MIKE OLIVIERI

Mortgage & Protection Specialist

Steve Horn

Protection Specialist

DREW GIBSON

MORTGAGE EXPERT

RACHEL ASHWORTH

MORTGAGE & PROTECTION EXPERT

LOTTIE BROWN

Relationship Manager

MARSINTA PASAI

Marketing Manager

Nurry Lee

BRAND AMBASSADOR

NICHOLAS SNAILUM

Head of Admin

MAYA CHALLONER

Senior Mortgage Administrator

JAMES ASHWORTH-DONN

Mortgage Administrator

Channy Lee

LEGAL COUNSEL

RUTH COTTERELL

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

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