We have a deep understanding of how to manage costs and risks in M&A. We support strategic and financial buyers and sellers with our experience from more than 2,000 M&A and private equity transactions every year. And our proprietary research can help you achieve both short- and long-term deal success.
We work with all kinds of clients:
- Serial acquirers
- Private equity (PE) firms
- Those new to M&A deals
- Strategic buyers
- Sellers seeking to divest
Experience, backed by our research, shows that successful M&A transactions or divestitures have two common themes:
- An early and intense focus on people issues
- A rigorous approach to risk management
Additionally, PE firms also value financial certainty. They seek to limit financial exposure through insurance. Visit our private equity page to learn more.
Client-focused ‘one-stop’ M&A team
From pre-acquisition due diligence to post-close integration, our M&A team provides comprehensive risk, insurance and people solutions for corporate buyers and sellers and PE firms.
We make sure that you can address your deal’s risk management, transaction-execution and human capital issues, using our consulting, broker and claims services and cutting-edge technology. Our integrated approach helps make your deal a success.
Our unique service model provides you with the client focus of a boutique advisor but with the resources of a global advisor. Our team collaborates seamlessly across risk and human capital to deliver innovative, tailored solutions, managing the complexity of dealing with multiple advisors so you can focus on strategy.
Our global network of experts brings local market knowledge to the table. This ensures that you receive comprehensive and efficient service delivery, tailored to your transaction’s needs, regardless of borders.
Due diligence – People and risk
Our insurance due-diligence team provides detailed risk assessments and deal-specific insurance advice, using market knowledge and proprietary tools and data to reduce risk and increase deal value.
The employee benefits diligence team, composed of experienced HR experts, will thoroughly review financial, regulatory, employee and operational risks, to optimize employee benefits programs for cost efficiency and employee satisfaction.
We also offer human capital strategy and consulting services, supporting M&A transactions and investment lifecycle management with a focus on scalable solutions. By addressing issues like talent disruption, compensation, culture fit and legal compliance, our team helps you avoid pitfalls, ensuring a smooth integration process.
The importance of people strategies in M&A deals
People and culture clash in M&A deals. Successful dealmakers know the importance of identifying and addressing people issues early. When we work with you, we make sure HR is a business partner alongside the deal team.
Our research shows that successful acquirers are better at:
- Retaining critical workforce skills
- Measuring leadership
- Communicating and engaging with employees
- Building a culture that aligns with strategic goals
There are many things you can do to ensure your organization is ready for the first or next transaction and preparedness is essential.
HR can play a key role in the success of your M&A deal by creating effective people strategies that support broader business goals. Working in partnership, we support HR teams in preparing for this crucial role. We'll help:
- Carry out pre-deal preparations
- Identify structure and resource gaps
- Establish an M&A blueprint
- Provide training
Early and thorough HR involvement in the deal process
Our research into serial acquirers shows the importance of human resources in M&A. Integrating HR with the deal team is essential, especially at the earliest stages of a deal. HR can play a key role in the success of your M&A deal by creating effective people strategies that support broader business goals.
Our human capital team will help you understand the operations and HR issues of the business you’re buying, ensuring a smooth integration process.
We’ll work with you to create a comprehensive M&A playbook that outlines the steps and strategies for effective HR management during every step of the deal process. Your playbook will match HR practices with the overall deal strategy. It also ensures that all HR-related issues are addressed early to make the transition and integration go smoothly.
Managing M&A risks
When it comes to risk, avoiding the unexpected is essential. Identifying and managing risk early enables you to negotiate with greater certainty and confidence. Our team offers an integrated approach to transactions.
