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Ammar Ashraf

Stretford,Trafford

Summary

A seasoned professional with extensive expertise in client relations, looking to return to a Mortgage and Protection Advisory Role. 500 + completions in 6 years (2006-2012). I understand the home-buying process and am adept at navigating mortgage applications and maintaining client confidentiality. Demonstrates strong market awareness and property market knowledge, coupled with financial advisory skills and new business development capabilities. Proven track record in deal closing, with a focus on delivering exceptional service and fostering long-term client relationships. Organised and driven individual committed to exceeding revenue targets by maximising sales opportunities with new and existing clients. Demonstrates exceptional client management and negotiation skills to influence key decision-making and develop lucrative business strategies.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Business Development Manager

Study Empire
03.2025 - 09.2025
  • Setting up a new office overseas, including sourcing a new office, hiring staff, training, and implementing systems, policies, and procedures for launch.
  • Day-to-day management of the operational budget across identified work areas
  • Supporting the marketing team with tactful and innovative strategies to build a student bank
  • Ensure the website and communications information related to the projects are up to date.
  • Collate case studies, photographs, and information from projects/events for use in promotional material

Diverse Communities Manager

Lancashire Cricket Foundation
06.2022 - 03.2025
  • Engage with adults, young people, individuals and families from diverse / urban communities to create lifelong participation in cricket (playing, watching or volunteering).
  • Support diverse communities to create a more sustainable cricket offer.
  • Identify opportunities for players from deprived, diverse or hard to reach backgrounds to progress along the Player Pathway to a level that is right for them.
  • Develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders at a national and local level (ECB, LA’s / Leisure Trusts / Faith Groups etc.) to ensure the successful delivery of all activity.
  • Join up existing / planned facility initiatives (NTP’s / Urban Centres etc.) to participation projects, programmes and events in order to ensure opportunities to grow and sustain participation the game in key urban / diverse communities is maximised.
  • Establish stakeholder Advisory Groups in each of the key urban community’ locations to help support the operational planning and delivery of all projects, programmes and events.
  • Assess the current workforce in each of the key urban community locations and put in place a plan to develop and train a more diverse workforce at all levels.
  • Engage with community organisations across Lancashire that support increased participation and growth in non-traditional environments.
  • Day to day management of the operational budget across identified work areas
  • To provide regular performance, participation and impact reports for the Head of Community Growth and other members of the Senior Management Team / LCF Board as requested.
  • To provide participation, performance and financial reports, as required, to grant funders to ensure that the Lancashire Cricket Foundation meets its funding obligations.

Community Engagement Coordinator

Cricket Scotland
09.2017 - 05.2022
  • To develop and deliver a Community Engagement Development Plan for Cricket from grassroots participation and coaching through to performance pathways, with a specific focus on BAME communities, hard to reach groups and female participation.
  • To engage and consult with all relevant stakeholders and partners in the development of the Community Engagement Development Plan for Cricket to ensure ‘buy-in’ for the new approach
  • Identify and work with key national organisations to empower communities to take an active role in cricket development
  • Design and drive volunteer recruitment programme.
  • Identify and deliver some key projects annually to engage communities in cricket which include:
  • A) A flagship T20 league/competition that captures the imagination of BAME communities
  • B) Deliver 3 ‘Glasgow Wicketz Projects’ in conjunction with Lord’s Taverners, targeting 7-15-year-olds in deprived areas
  • A volunteer programme from recruitment to coach education and then successful deployment to the various projects.
  • Develop partnerships and access external funding to sustain and grow the reach and impact of the multicultural cricket development plan

Part Time - Development Officer and Junior Head Coach

East Renfrewshire Cricket Club
07.2013 - 08.2017
  • Ensuring there are more and higher quality opportunities to participate in Cricket within East Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire Cricket Club and enabling the creation of pathways from the schools and the wider community to the club.
  • Increasing the club capacity through the recruitment and support of volunteers to deliver the activity sessions within schools, after school, and in a club environment.
  • Coaching, motivating and inspiring young people to participate in Cricket.
  • Linking with key partner organisations to develop a permanent indoor and outdoor Cricket facility in East Renfrewshire.
  • Managing volunteers, coaches and support staff.
  • Building a sustainable junior and adult section by leading the delivery of a 5-year coaching program to increase participation growth using a holistic approach ensuring effective integration, planning, marketing, fundraising, and management.
  • Designing and implementing a strategy with the Local Authority, Community Sports Hub, National Governing body and Sportscotland.

Part-Time - Business Development Manager

Barrhead Community Sport Hub
01.2012 - 08.2017
  • To implement Sportscotland Community Sports Hub Strategy within Barrhead and wider East Renfrewshire.
  • Developing a business plan linked to key outcomes to create sustainability within the organisation.
  • Design and delivery programs to specific user groups intended to maximize social impact.
  • To work very closely with the sports clubs in Barrhead and help develop them and address any development needs they have.
  • To allocate resources appropriately between the clubs engaging within the CSH program and priorities investment needs.
  • To create an investment framework that Sportscotland can measure and invest against.

Mortgage & Protection Adviser

Property Zone Independent Mortgage & Life Insurance Advisers
09.2009 - 07.2012
  • Proprietor

Mortgage & Protection Adviser

KMG Financial Planning Ltd
08.2008 - 09.2009
  • Advised over 750+ clients on mortgage options, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients' financial situations to determine suitable protection plans.
  • Coordinated with lenders to facilitate smooth mortgage application processes for clients.
  • Developed tailored financial strategies to meet individual client needs and objectives.
  • Provided ongoing support and guidance to clients throughout entire mortgage and protection journey.

Mortgage & Protection Adviser

New Home Mortgages
07.2006 - 08.2008
  • Advised clients on suitable mortgage products and life insurance options tailored to individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients' financial situations to identify optimal solutions for mortgage and protection needs.
  • Collaborated with lenders and insurance providers to secure competitive rates and favourable terms for clients.
  • Developed and maintained lasting relationships with clients to ensure ongoing support and satisfaction throughout the mortgage journey.

Broker Sales Executive

DWS Investments (Member of the Deutsche Bank Group)
04.2001 - 07.2004

Education

English, Maths, Acoounts, Economics -

Woodfarm High School
Glasgow
07.1989

Skills

  • Client relations
  • Home buying process navigation
  • Mortgage applications reviewing
  • Market awareness
  • Mortgage application processing
  • Property market knowledge
  • Client confidentiality maintaining
  • Financial advisory
  • New business development capabilities
  • Deal closing
  • Underwriting expertise

Websites

References

References are available on request.

Affiliations

  • volunteering, coaching cricket, charity fund raising, spending time with my family, holidays, travelling

Accomplishments

East Renfrewshire Council - Volunteer of the Year 2014

ICC - Volunteer of the year 2016

Sportscotland - Local Hero 2016

Cricket Scotland - Biggest Change Maker award - 2016

ECB - Outstanding contribution to coach development - 2023

Lancashire Cricket Foundation - Judges' Award 2023

Certification

Financial Planning Certificate - 1, 2, & 3

CII - Level 3, Certificate in Mortgage Advice

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Study Empire
03.2025 - 09.2025

Diverse Communities Manager

Lancashire Cricket Foundation
06.2022 - 03.2025

Community Engagement Coordinator

Cricket Scotland
09.2017 - 05.2022

Part Time - Development Officer and Junior Head Coach

East Renfrewshire Cricket Club
07.2013 - 08.2017

Part-Time - Business Development Manager

Barrhead Community Sport Hub
01.2012 - 08.2017

Mortgage & Protection Adviser

Property Zone Independent Mortgage & Life Insurance Advisers
09.2009 - 07.2012

Mortgage & Protection Adviser

KMG Financial Planning Ltd
08.2008 - 09.2009

Mortgage & Protection Adviser

New Home Mortgages
07.2006 - 08.2008

Broker Sales Executive

DWS Investments (Member of the Deutsche Bank Group)
04.2001 - 07.2004

English, Maths, Acoounts, Economics -

Woodfarm High School

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