Selling your business

Selling your business: Expert guidance to get the best price in your exit

As a business owner, selling your business is probably one of the biggest decisions you will make. Some of you have been down this road before, while for others, it’s a brand-new journey.

Either way, we understand the dedication, time and energy you’ve invested in building your business. When it comes to selling, it’s essential to be fully prepared to realise the true value and secure the best price with the right strategic acquirer or investor.

Moore Kingston Smith’s corporate finance team has a strong track record having successfully advised business owners on transactions with total deal value in excess of £3 billion since 2020.

We understand the key drivers of value and can identify the right strategic acquirers and investors who can pay a premium valuation for your business.

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Our expertise

Specialising in the mid-market and SMEs, we leverage the global reach of the Moore Global Corporate Finance network to provide unparalleled support and facilitate cross border transactions, amplifying the pool of buyers and investors.

Our team works across all sectors, with specific expertise in:

Our approach to selling your business

We will be by your side throughout the entire process delivering highly strategic and commercial advice fully tailored to your needs.

We begin by understanding your goals for selling your business as well as your aspirations for the future.

From there we will advise you on valuation and how to optimally position your business to acquirers taking into account the unique qualities that will make it attractive to acquirers who will pay a premium price. Identifying the right buyers is key – you want a buyer who truly values what you’ve built not just someone with the funds.

Once we have successfully negotiated the deal our work does not end, we will support you through the due diligence process and contract negotiation all the way through to the completion of the transaction.

Selling strategy and exit options

Our team of M&A experts advise on a variety of structures, optimising the transaction to ensure you achieve a successful exit, including:

Trade sale to a strategic acquirer
Private equity investment
Family succession planning
Management buyouts (MBO)
Employee Ownership Trust (EOT)

Why choose Moore Kingston Smith to sell your business?

With a deep understanding of the drivers of value within deals, regular presence in the market, a focus on you and your business and a commitment to delivering exceptional results, Moore Kingston Smith Corporate Finance is your trusted partner. We will help you realise the true value of your business!

Lead contact

Nick Thompson

Partner – Head of Corporate Finance

Nick Thompson provides corporate finance, private equity and strategic advice on business acquisitions, disposal and fundraises to clients across a wide range of sectors. As a Head of Corporate Finance, Nick leads a team comprising 35 financial professionals in specialist deal advisory, transaction services and debt advisory. He is committed to ensuring the team provides… Read more

I can’t praise the Moore Kingston Smith team highly enough. From providing clear, strategic advice on areas of focus for our business, to the comprehensive process which resulted in us partnering with Rockpool, they have been the perfect advisory partner.

Dave Kelly, CEO, 2i Testing

Throughout the transaction process, Moore Kingston Smith was an extension of our team and provided tailored, hands-on support from initial outreach through to completion. Their PE expertise ensured we found the right partner to help take the business forward and they guided us throughout all the complexities of the deal in a way that was easy to understand. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Moore Kingston Smith to anyone looking to sell their business or take on investment.

Tim Davies, Founder and CEO, Compass CHC

Moore Kington Smith provided both corporate finance and tax advice and were there whenever I needed them, negotiating and managing the process tirelessly from start to finish – it was a proper team effort and they helped make a demanding process much easier. I’m excited about working with General Oceans over the coming years to build on what we’ve already achieved in the last 10 years.

Martin Stemp, Managing Director, RS Aqua Limited

Moore Kingston Smith came highly recommended to us. After months of preparation, we went to market and they generated immediate interest. Their skills are second to none, and they eventually negotiated a deal significantly above the original offer, confirmed the good news at 10pm on a Sunday night. Their team is professional and goes beyond the call of duty. We’d have no hesitation in recommending them.

Bill Rimmer, Founder and General Manager, Rimmer Bros

Selecting the right corporate advisers was one of the most pivotal decisions in the journey of selling my business, and partnering with Moore Kingston Smith’s outstanding team proved to be the best choice we could have made. Their meticulous attention to detail, strategic planning, and unwavering dedication were instrumental in turning this deal into a reality. More than just trusted advisers, the team became true partners and friends throughout the process – relationships I deeply value and hope to continue in the years to come.

Andrew McFarlane, Managing Director, Mactech Energy Group

I would like to extend my thanks to Moore Kingston Smith for their efforts in the sale of New Green. They took the time to understand our business, and their knowledge of buyers, expertise and understanding of the sector were key in completing this deal. As I have not sold a business before, the communication and support from the team were vital in making the whole process as smooth as possible. I would definitely recommend Moore Kingston Smith to anyone planning to sell their business.

Edward Dixon, Managing Director, New Green

Moore Kingston Smith were integral to the successful sale of Nuaware to Exclusive Networks. From the outset we were provided with clear advice, from a team who we quickly felt were part of our team. We are extremely grateful to the team for making this complicated and personal journey, much easier, much less stressful and ultimately, as beneficial for us as possible.

Zaheer Javaid, Co-Founder, Nuaware