Karen French
Head of Business Development for the Middle East
Biography
Karen is the Head of Business Development for the Middle East at Greymore, where she works closely with a team of lawyers and tax accountants to assist clients with their wealth management needs, including legal and tax advice.
She also served as a bridge between the MENA region and the UK, supporting HNW and UHNW clients, including the Kuwaiti royal family and ministers, Saudi royal family in purchasing property in the UK, managing their vacant properties, and coordinating UK tax advisers for inheritance tax planning, trust formation, and other legal and financial planning. She leverages a network of UK professionals who deliver these services to provide comprehensive support.
Karen has previous experience running three property maintenance and renovation companies, as well as two estate agencies.
Area of Expertise
Wealth Management & Legal Advisory: Karen works with lawyers and tax accountants to provide HNW and UHNW clients with tailored legal and tax advice, ensuring comprehensive wealth management solutions.
Middle East & UK Market Integration: She acts as a key liaison between the MENA region and the UK, assisting clients—including the Kuwaiti royal family and ministers—with property acquisitions, inheritance tax planning, and trust formation.
Property Acquisition & Management: With extensive experience in real estate, Karen supports clients in purchasing and managing UK properties. Her background in estate agencies and property management enhances her ability to oversee transactions and renovations.
Strategic Network & Client Relations: Karen leverages a strong UK professional network to coordinate seamless legal, financial, and tax advisory services for her clients.
Education
Karen’s academic achievements include:
Certificate of Achievement Legionella & Legionella Awareness
Certificate of Accreditation Alcumus
Certification of Achievement Inventory Course
ICO Data Protection Certificate of Competency
Regulation 7 of The Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations