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Marsha Pillay

Marsha Pillay

Team Leader & Senior Property Finance Consultant
Midrand

Summary

Experienced and results-driven Team Leader & Senior Property Finance Consultant with a proven record of leading high-performing sales teams and delivering exceptional client service. Recognized for exceeding sales targets in most months, achieving up to 150%, I combine strategic leadership with hands-on sales expertise. Adept at generating quality leads, maintaining high conversion rates, and building strong relationships with key stakeholders, I bring over a decade of real estate and finance experience, alongside a passion for coaching and mentoring others to success.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Leader & Senior Property Finance Consultant

SA Home Loans
10.2023 - Current
  • Lead, coach, and manage a team of Property Finance Consultants to exceed sales targets.
  • Consistently deliver personal and team results, with most months achieving 150% of target.
  • Develop and implement marketing activities for the team while supporting individuals with tailored strategies.
  • Monitor KPIs and performance trends, applying targeted coaching to close gaps and maximise results.
  • Serve as relationship manager for lead providers, attorneys, estate agents, mortgage originators, and government departments.
  • Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and recruitment processes.

Senior Property Finance Consultant

SA Home Loans
08.2021 - 10.2023
  • Executive Consultant Incentive Trip Winner for outstanding national sales performance.
  • Achieved high lead generation and top conversion rates, particularly in switching home loans from banks to SA Home Loans.
  • Managed the full client journey from first contact to grant, ensuring a smooth and professional process.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with attorneys, agents, and mortgage originators, generating repeat business and referrals.

Real Estate Agent

Seeff Properties
02.2017 - 11.2019
  • Marketed and sold residential properties from listing through to transfer.
  • Negotiated offers, managed client relationships, and ensured smooth transactions.
  • Built a strong local network of buyers, sellers, and industry stakeholders.

Real Estate Agent

Ameen’s Agencies
05.2011 - 08.2016
  • Managed end-to-end property sales, from marketing to deal closure.
  • Mentored new agents and assisted with advertising and administration.

Education

NQF Level 4 - Real Estate

National Learning Institute
01.2014

Certificate in Higher Education - Information Technology

Mega Master
01.2008

Higher Certificate - Management And Technology

Davinci
Gauteng
04.2001 -

in House Development - Educational Leadership And Management

SA Homeloans
Durban, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Sales strategy development
  • Lead generation and conversion
  • Agency and attorney relationship management
  • Performance Tracking & Coaching
  • Team and individual marketing planning
  • Recruitment & Interview Participation
  • Budgeting & Operational Planning
  • Deal Structuring & Application Management
  • Application system optimization
  • Problem-solving

    Documentation and reporting

    Analytical thinking

Accomplishments

  • Promoted to Team Leader after consistently outperforming as a Property Finance Consultant.
  • Exceeded sales targets most months at 150%, setting the pace for the team.
  • Introduced targeted performance strategies that improved team conversion rates.
  • Strengthened stakeholder relationships, significantly increasing quality lead flow.

Personal

Date of Birth -16/07/1988

Marital Status - Married 

Dependants - Two

Language - English

Drivers License -Code 08

Timeline

Team Leader & Senior Property Finance Consultant

SA Home Loans
10.2023 - Current

Senior Property Finance Consultant

SA Home Loans
08.2021 - 10.2023

Real Estate Agent

Seeff Properties
02.2017 - 11.2019

Real Estate Agent

Ameen’s Agencies
05.2011 - 08.2016

Higher Certificate - Management And Technology

Davinci
04.2001 -

in House Development - Educational Leadership And Management

SA Homeloans
04.2001 -

Certificate in Higher Education - Information Technology

Mega Master

NQF Level 4 - Real Estate

National Learning Institute
Marsha PillayTeam Leader & Senior Property Finance Consultant