Mergers and Acquisitions

Our approach is consultative, not prescriptive. We listen, we learn, we challenge, we discuss and together we identify the right approach and tactics, whether you are a first-time buyer or serial acquirer.

We are guided throughout by your needs, resources and time constraints. That means you get only what you need – a full evaluation of benefit liabilities, a cultural fit assessment, a key talent retention programme, a pair of hands for project management or full end-to-end support – only when you need it. And that holds true regardless of whether you’re embarking on a small, domestic acquisition or spin-off or considering a merger with a competitor of roughly equivalent size – or any combination in between.

Our recommendations are grounded in research. We have ongoing studies of M&A best practices, including a quarterly study with London’s Cass Business School.

Our services include:

Transaction Process Development
Multicountry Deal Planning
Due Diligence
Negotiation
Transition Services, Design and Review
Post-Deal HR and Reward Planning, Integration and Implementation
Strategic Communications
Technology Selection and Implementation
M&A Training
Specific Service for Insurance and Financial Services Companies