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Laeqah Kannemeyer

Laeqah Kannemeyer

Placement Agent
Cape Town

Summary

Motivated, enthusiastic, and goal-oriented undergraduate student ready to assist with tasks in the travel, tourism, and cultural industries. I apply a multidisciplinary foundation in geography, tourism, and communication. I am seeking a role that will allow me to gain experience across various career disciplines while developing the skills needed to pursue a future in tourism research, destination marketing, and language-driven community engagement.

Professional with comprehensive experience and readiness for role. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adaptable and reliable, supporting colleagues effectively and responding to changing needs. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and client relations. Recognized for integrity, determination, and results-driven approach.

Developed strong client management and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environment. Skilled in effective communication and strategic planning, looking to transition into new field. Seeking to leverage transferrable skills to drive success and growth in new role.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Placement Agent

SweepSouth
05.2025 - Current
  • - Help clients find permanent workers (housekeepers, nannies, carers).
  • - Use the internal database to match suitable candidates to clients.
  • - Generate payment links and process placement fee transactions.
  • - Communicate with both clients and Sweepstars to set up trial bookings.
  • - Ensure client satisfaction by identifying individuals who align with their household needs.
  • - Calculate and communicate estimated weekly/monthly salaries to clients.

Seasonal Supply Assistant

SweepSouth
11.2024 - 03.2025
  • - Onboarded new and potential cleaners (Sweepstars).
  • - Captured Sweepstars’ details and uploaded documents to the database.
  • - Contacted references.
  • - Assisted the support team by communicating with Sweepstars.
  • - Assigned Sweepstars to bookings.
  • - Worked with customer service software (Zendesk).
  • (left in Jan, returned in March)

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Language and Communication Studies, Geography and Environmental Studies, Tourism

The University of The Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2022 - Current

National Senior Certificate - English Home Language, Afrikaans First Additional Language, Mathematical Literacy, Life Orientation, Tourism, Business Studies, Consumer Studies

J.G. Meiring High School
01.2017 - 01.2021

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Works well under pressure
  • Adaptive and willing to learn
  • Critical thinker and problem-solver

  • Reliable, dedicated, and people-oriented
  • Problem-solving

    Positive attitude

    Customer service and care

    Clear communication

    Problem-solving skills

    Critical thinking

    Customer needs determination

References

Available on request

Timeline

Placement Agent

SweepSouth
05.2025 - Current

Seasonal Supply Assistant

SweepSouth
11.2024 - 03.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Language and Communication Studies, Geography and Environmental Studies, Tourism

The University of The Western Cape
01.2022 - Current

National Senior Certificate - English Home Language, Afrikaans First Additional Language, Mathematical Literacy, Life Orientation, Tourism, Business Studies, Consumer Studies

J.G. Meiring High School
01.2017 - 01.2021
Laeqah KannemeyerPlacement Agent