Our mission is to be the support pillar for both businesses and individuals with their French administration, property and translation challenges.
Why trust Aster?
Aster was founded by Helen and Viv, two bilingual, bicultural professionals who have lived and worked extensively across both the UK and France. What began as helping friends navigate French systems has evolved into years of trusted administrative support service grounded in real, lived experience.​ We understand the stress of French admin because we have experienced it ourselves. We understand the loopholes because we have worked within the system - not around it.
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French administration can feel opaque and procedural, particularly for native English speakers. Our team was raised operating across both languages and both countries. That cultural fluency is not just linguistic. It is about understanding tone, expectation, hierarchy and process - the nuances that make the difference between delay and resolution. We don't simply translate paperwork. We interpret systems.
Meet the Team
Behind Aster is a close-knit team who work collaboratively on every case. We share knowledge, cross-check details, and approach each situation methodically to ensure nothing is missed. Clients are never passed from person to person without context - we operate as one unit, with clear communication and a calm, structured approach at every stage. Our strength lies not only in individual expertise, but in how we work together to resolve complex administrative situations efficiently and discreetly.
Vivienne Andrews
Tax Specialist
Helen Orton
Property Specialist
Sophie Adby
Bilingual French Administrator
Daphnée Vadenhende
Bilingual French Administrator
Alexandra Falkiner
Relocation Specialist
