Laurissa Potgieter

Manage a residential property portfolio, ensuring statutory compliance, operational efficiency, and asset protection. Coordinate maintenance, contractors, and property inspections while monitoring UK legislative requirements.

Managed end-to-end administration of multiple UK residential portfolios, including tenancy agreements, renewals, rent collection, and deposit registration. Led a team of five property negotiators and implemented compliance processes for Right to Rent, AML, EPC, Gas Safety, and EICR checks.

Managed compliance and administrative operations across six resort portfolios. Served as primary liaison for UK and US investors, overseeing share transfers, FICA, and due diligence processes.

Led teams to improve productivity and customer satisfaction, delivering on strategic plans and sales targets. Managed budgets for operations, maintenance, and staffing, and streamlined workflows to maximise efficiency.

Drafted and negotiated property sale agreements for residential and commercial assets. Managed transaction progression between buyers and sellers, ensuring compliance and accuracy, and oversaw marketing and site visits.

Led teams to achieve operational goals and implemented strategic plans and sales objectives. Developed policies and managed budgets for operations, maintenance, and staffing costs.

Oversaw all functions of five commercial sales teams, providing administrative support and coordinating meetings and events. Managed records and fostered effective communication among stakeholders.

Provided PA support to Leasing Division Manager and four Property Brokers, managing calendars, meetings, travel, and correspondence. Maintained office filing systems and procured supplies.

Assisted with property transfers, bond registrations, and cancellations, coordinating with major banks. Drafted bond documentation and managed Deeds Office submissions and FICA compliance.

Prepared legal documents including Wills, Letters of Executorship, and estate documentation. Drafted affidavits, notices, and legal correspondence, and managed case documentation.

Supported conveyancers with property transfers, bond registrations, and cancellations. Managed mortgage bond registration through the Deeds Office and coordinated with major banks.

Completed a certificate in UK Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Crime.

Completed a certificate in the UK Renters Rights Act.

Earned the Fidelity Fund Certificate from the Property Practitioners Regulating Authority.

Studied Computer Programming with a focus on Visual Basic.

Completed the National Senior Certificate.