Private Equity Backed Businesses

Private equity brings pace, ambition and a clear focus on value creation. It also brings complexity. Whether you are preparing for investment, navigating life post-deal or planning an exit, you need advisers who understand the pressures, timelines and expectations that come with private equity.

At HURST, we work closely with private equity backed businesses and their investors to provide clear, commercially focused advice at every stage of the investment lifecycle.

If you would like to discuss how we can support your business, email imagine@hurst.co.uk or call 0161 477 2474.

How we support private equity backed businesses

We provide a joined-up service that reflects how private equity works in practice. Our support is tailored to management teams, investors and portfolio businesses, helping you move quickly while maintaining control and confidence.

Pre-investment and transaction support

We support businesses and investors through the deal process with:

• financial due diligence support
• tax structuring advice
• vendor assistance and exit readiness
• working capital and cash flow insights
• support through the transaction process

Post-deal integration and optimisation

Once the deal completes, the focus shifts to delivery. We help you build strong foundations for growth:

• implementing robust financial reporting and controls
• aligning finance functions with investor expectations
• tax planning and structuring
• support with group structures and intercompany arrangements
• KPI development and performance tracking

Growth and value creation

Private equity is about building value at pace. We support that journey with:

• strategic financial insight and forecasting
• support for buy-and-build strategies
• international expansion advice
• digital transformation and systems improvement
• tax-efficient growth planning

Exit and realisation

Preparing for exit starts earlier than many expect. We help you position your business for a successful outcome:

• exit readiness reviews
• financial and tax due diligence preparation
• vendor due diligence support
• structuring advice ahead of sale
• working alongside your deal team through completion

Who we work with

We work with:

• management teams of private equity backed businesses
• private equity houses and investors
• founder-led businesses preparing for investment
• portfolio businesses across a range of sectors

Our focus is on mid-market and ambitious businesses where hands-on, commercially driven advice makes a real difference.

Why choose HURST?

We understand the private equity environment

Tight timelines, high expectations and a clear focus on value creation. We understand what is required and how to deliver it.

Commercial, practical advice

We focus on what works in the real world. Clear recommendations, delivered at pace.

A joined-up approach

Our audit, tax, corporate finance and digital teams work together to give you a seamless service.

Support at every stage

From pre-deal through to exit, we are alongside you throughout the investment lifecycle.

Common scenarios we help with

Businesses typically come to us when they need support with:

• preparing for private equity investment
• strengthening financial reporting post-deal
• implementing group structures and governance
• supporting rapid growth or acquisition strategies
• preparing for exit within a defined investment horizon
• managing increased scrutiny from investors and lenders

Contact us

If you are backed by private equity, or planning to bring in investment, HURST can help you navigate the journey with confidence.

Email imagine@hurst.co.uk or call 0161 477 2474.