Lorraine Germaix, Head of Partnerships & Relocation at Black Brick

Head of Partnerships & Relocation

Lorraine Germaix

Lorraine specialises in rental search and property acquisition for international clients. Originally from Paris and living in London for fifteen years, she has a natural affinity for guiding European clients through the London market.

"I am super happy about the service provided by Black Brick. Lorraine found me the perfect apartment! I would never be able to find it myself. They were patient with me during the search and understood all my requests. I definitely recommend!"

Hugo Krikorian

About Lorraine

Experience

Lorraine specialises in rental search and property acquisition for international clients. Originally from Paris and living in London for fifteen years, she has a natural affinity for guiding European clients through the London market.

Whether clients are looking to rent first or commit to a purchase from the outset, Lorraine brings sharp market judgment and an instinct for matching people to the right home.

Before moving into prime property, Lorraine spent more than a decade at leading technology companies, working across commercial analytics and client strategy. She brings that rigour and drive to her research and client relationships.

Lorraine lives in West London with her husband, two daughters and poodle Maurice.

Our track record

Recent results.

Market intelligence

Our view on the market.

Press Release

How shifting political landscapes are reshaping residential property decisions in the UK

Tax and policy changes — from the end of the UK’s non-dom regime to VAT on private school fees — are fundamentally reshaping how…

Mishcon de Reya — October 2026 — 9 min read
Press Release

‘People are deserting it’: why are London mansions struggling to sell?

In its 3 October feature, "For decades, the capital’s house prices raced ahead of the national average – but now they are falling in…

The Guardian — October 2026
Property Management and Concierge: How Black Brick Looks After London Homes Market Guides

Property Management and Concierge: How Black Brick Looks After London Homes

Keeping on top of life’s day to day can feel like a full-time job.

October 2026 — 13 min read
Property Market Update October 2026 Market update

Property Market Update October 2026

London Is Off The Critical List After five years of being considered at high risk of a property crash the latest UBS Global Real…

September 2026 — 9 min read
London Trophy Homes – Exploring the Capital’s Most Exceptional Properties Market Guides

London Trophy Homes – Exploring the Capital’s Most Exceptional Properties

Explore London's most exceptional trophy homes and discover what makes them truly special, including homes sourced by Black Brick for our clients.

September 2026 — 10 min read
Property Market Update September 2026 Market update

Property Market Update September 2026

Prime London Deal Numbers Rally As Buyers Become Hardened To Volatility London’s prime property market has endured an extraordinarily unpredictable decade, starting off with…

August 2026 — 8 min read
What Do The Wealthiest Want? Report

What Do The Wealthiest Want?

Camilla Dell was delighted to have contributed to The Luxury Property Forum's latest thought leadership paper, "The New Luxury Property Brief: What do the…

July 2026
Bloomberg Podcast: Merryn Talks Money – Making Sure You Don’t Buy the Wrong House Webinar

Bloomberg Podcast: Merryn Talks Money – Making Sure You Don’t Buy the Wrong House

Camilla Dell, Founder and Managing Partner of Black Brick, joined financial journalist Merryn Somerset Webb and Money Distilled author John Stepek, on Bloomberg’s Merryn…

July 2026
Value in Vogue Report

Value in Vogue

Every cloud has a silver lining, and while 2025 saw plenty of gloom in London's market there was also the odd bright spot to…

January 2026
Stars, Stripes and Stamp Duty: The US Buyer’s Guide to UK Real Estate Finding Perfect Property

Stars, Stripes and Stamp Duty: The US Buyer’s Guide to UK Real Estate

November 2025

Frequently asked questions

Working with Lorraine

Still unsure whether a buying agent is right for you? Speak to Lorraine for a confidential, no-obligation conversation.

A buying agent represents you – the buyer, not the seller. We help you find the right property, often before it reaches the open market, negotiating the best possible price, and managing the entire process – from lending to legals and more – right through to completion.

In the UK, estate agents represent the seller and are focused on achieving the highest price. They don’t represent the buyer – we do.

Access to off-market property is essential. Relying on property portals like Rightmove means you risk missing a large part of the market. In 2025, 73% of the properties we secured above £3 million were never publicly advertised.

Gaining access comes down to relationships, reputation and insight. We work closely with estate agents and owners, meaning our clients are often introduced to opportunities before they reach the open market. Sellers know we represent serious, qualified buyers – so we are often first in the door.

Many high-value properties are also kept off-market for privacy. Alongside our network, we use targeted search tools to identify properties that match our clients’ requirements before they are widely available.

A buying agent saves you time, reduces the risk of costly mistakes and gives you access to off-market opportunities, where more of the market now sits. We provide expert negotiation and market insight, guiding you through every stage of the buying process. We can also support relocation, helping international clients settle into the UK with ease.

Ultimately, we make sure you find the right property – and don’t buy the wrong one.

The difference is simple: estate agents represent the seller, while buying agents represent the buyer. We act entirely in your interests – from search through to negotiation and completion – ensuring you have expert representation at every stage.

We work across a wide range of property types, including apartments, family homes, penthouses and prime London properties, as well as investment and development opportunities, new build and period homes, and country houses, coastal properties and estates.

With over 100 years of combined experience, we cover the full spectrum.

While we are experts in Prime Central London, we also have a strong presence across the Home Counties, countryside and coast, along with access to sought-after international hotspots.

Wherever you’re looking, we guide you with the same level of expertise.

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