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Staff Profiles

Helen Somauroo

Director

Helen loves property & people … after an award-winning 23 year career within corporate estate agency Helen boasts a talent for multi-tasking and superb people skills. Through effort and determination, she has become widely known for her enthusiasm and effervescence. Obsessed with customer service she describes herself as a workaholic. Married for 25 years, Helen and her husband share an interest in property renovation. Somehow Helen still finds time to take her darling dog for a scamper on the beach.

Dan Collier

Director

With 20 years of experience, Dan has worked as a director for a national organisation and as Head of Agency for a London based independent. A self-confessed legislation and technology geek, he also loves attending a good viewing appointment; but you might get caught in a chat about economic factors and the market! Once married, Dan and his wife wanted to return to the South Coast to enjoy its natural beauty and quality of life. They have now lived in South Devon for 5 years with their Dachshund, Bonnie.

Victor Carbonell

Senior Negotiator

Victor joined DC Lane with a background in sales and has quickly excelled in both sales and lettings. Originally from sunny Spain, he’s been in the UK for over a decade and brings energy, honesty, and a keen eye for design to his work.

Victor helps clients through every step of the process with clear communication, creative solutions, and a focus on getting deals done. Outside of work, he enjoys lifting weights, running, swimming, surfing, and exploring art and architecture—often with his red fox Labrador, Bella.

Oscar Pollard

Negotiator

Introducing Oscar Pollard – a one off, energetic young soul with heaps personality and wicked sense of humour!

Oscar is regularly praised for his approach on viewings and with client’s on the phone, adding a touch of his own special je-ne-sais-quoi to every situation. He’s also a rather good impressionist, just ask him to sell a house in the style of Mr Trump.

Born and bred in Plymouth, he knows all the shortcuts in town and is a mine of info on the best places to call home.

Jaymie Anderson

office co-ordinator

Experienced from previous roles, Jaymie has been with the business since October 2020. As the backbone of our lettings team she can be found progressing just about anything given the chance. Jaymie’s not from round here, having started life in lovely West Sussex; but says the West Country is much nicer of course. Jaymie loves food quite a lot and really enjoys sampling the great local eateries in Plymouth. She is the only member of the team who doesn’t own a dog – but watch out, there is a plan afoot.

Sophie Fear

property ops manager

Sophie joined the team in Summer 2021 after 3 years of working within the lettings and property management industry in Plymouth. As Property Operations Manager, Sophie’s role is to ensure our management service is always second to none. With a wicked memory and an organised approach to life, she loves problem solving at work. Sophie is a born and bred Plympton girl and loves taking Diesel the Bulldog for a long walk around Plymbridge woods or the lovely Saltram Gardens.

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