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.

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.

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

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
Press Release

Riverside living in London is floating the boats of a new generation

Camilla Dell, Managing Partner at Black Brick, was asked to share her thoughts with Paul Carey for The National News on riverside living in…

The National — 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
July 2026 Market update

July 2026

Off market sales were once a rarified subsector of London’s prime market, favoured by high profile owners who didn’t want the world and his…

June 2026 — 15 min read
Buying Agent Fees Explained: Why the Right Buying Agent Can Save You Far More Than They Cost Buyer's Guides

Buying Agent Fees Explained: Why the Right Buying Agent Can Save You Far More Than They Cost

This guide explains how buying agent fees work, what you receive in return and why paying for expert representation can often be a very…

July 2026 — 17 min read
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
Press Release

Five steps to sell your home in a very crowded market

The UK property market is facing its most challenging selling conditions in years.

The Telegraph — July 2026
Prime London 25 Report

Prime London 25

The Evolution of London’s Prime Property Market

July 2025
June 2026 Market update

June 2026

The American politician Jacob Lew was White House chief of staff for Barack Obama and later the US’s ambassador to Israel.

June 2026 — 9 min read
Relocating from U.S. to London: Everything you need to know Area Guides

Relocating from U.S. to London: Everything you need to know

Americans love London for its history and culture, for our shared language, and the British capital’s comparative safety. And they see it as a…

July 2026 — 10 min read

Frequently asked

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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