The mortgage strategy is launching Next Gen’s groundbreaking initiative to uncover, develop and promote new stars in the industry.
MS Next Gen is a 12-month development journey that combines mentoring and skills-based learning to help shape the next generation of market influencers, innovators and leaders.
Supported by the Lloyds Banking Group (Pepper Money) and MT Finance’s proud Mortgage Advisory Bureau (MAB), MS Next Gen is open to individuals aged 30 or working in all areas of the industry – from consultants, underwriters and compliance experts to marketers, product designers and technicians.
The 30 most promising contestants will be carefully selected – 15 out of the consultant space from the consultant space, lender and provider departments.
These 30 people (MS Next Gen Under 30) will benefit:
Guidance from senior figures in the industry
Leadership and Innovation Workshops to Develop Core Professional Skills
Roundtable with sponsor companies identify real-world challenges and future market trends
Media exposure and speech opportunities help improve personal profile
The ultimate innovation challenge, while presenting their solutions at the MIT Live 2026 conference.
As James Prosser, Commercial Director of Mortgage Strategy, explained: “We’re not just focusing on new stars – we’re investing.
“The next generation of mortgage leaders looks a lot different from the previous one, and the program aims to accelerate this shift – at the heart of inclusion, innovation and purpose.”
The program has attracted support from some of the most influential names in the industry.
This includes Peter Brodnicki, CEO of the Mortgage Advisory Bureau, who commented: “Supporting and growing the next generation of talent is critical to the long-term health and innovation of our industry. The MS Next Generation Under 30 Under 30 Program provides a unique platform to empower future leaders to give them the confidence to shape change and help them build a strong personal brand.”
“At MAB, we are proud to advocate for such initiatives to celebrate ambitions and push the mortgage industry forward.”
Another full support expressed is the managing director of Esther Dijkstra, an intermediary at Lloyds Banking Group.
“Developing the next generation of leaders is critical to the future of our industry. The 30th generation under Sectnal30 under 30 provides a powerful platform for young talent growth, innovation and inspiration. We are proud to support a program that helps shape the stronger and more dynamic mortgage market for years to come.”
Applications will be open soon, with the first queue announced this fall.
Watch this space for more information.
