Business Details
24 Years
experience
Trusted Corporate Finance & M&A Advisory Services in London
Established in 2002, Blackwood Capital Group has grown into a leading Corporate Finance and M&A advisory firm with FCA registration. Our expertise spans cross-border transactions in the tech-enabled Business Services sector, particularly Human Capital Services, supported by offices in London and Frankfurt. We specialise in buy-side and sell-side advisory, equity and debt private placements, capital structure advisory, and public takeover defence. Our independence ensures unbiased advice, with at least one principal directly involved in every transaction. With over 23 years of experience, we have executed deals across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa, maintaining long-term client relationships through transparent, client-centric strategies.Our track record includes landmark transactions such as the sale of Work Service to Gi Group and advising Adecco Group on pan-European mandates. As an owner-managed business, we prioritise hands-on leadership and global operational capability, avoiding alliances with international M&A networks to deliver direct, high-quality service. Our team's deep sector knowledge and commitment to 'what you see is what you get' principles underpin our reputation as a trusted advisor in complex financial transactions.
Services
M&A Advisory
Equity Private Placements
Debt Capital Raising
Capital Restructuring
Takeover Defence
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have 23+ years of experience in cross-border M&A transactions across 5 continents.
- Our FCA-regulated status ensures compliance with rigorous financial services standards.
- We maintain principal involvement in every transaction for consistent strategic oversight.
- We operate independently without international M&A alliance memberships for direct service delivery.
- We have completed landmark transactions in Human Capital Services across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Services
M&A Advisory
We provide comprehensive buy-side and sell-side advisory services for cross-border M&A transactions. Our approach begins with understanding client objectives to deliver tailored solutions for multinational corporations and private equity firms. With a 23-year track record, we execute complex deals in the tech-enabled Business Services sector globally.
Capital Raising
Our equity and debt private placement services cover capital raises between 5m-100m. We leverage global networks to identify optimal financing partners while maintaining independence from capital providers. This ensures unbiased advice on investor selection, valuation, and transaction structuring for clients.
Restructuring
We advise organisations on capital structure optimisation during financial distress or strategic transitions. Our solutions combine product expertise with provider relationships to restore financial health or create acquisition capacity for clients across multiple jurisdictions.
Takeover Defence
As FCA-regulated advisors, we manage public takeover defence mandates to protect companies from unsolicited bids. We analyse threats, evaluate strategic options, and recommend defensive measures to safeguard shareholder interests during hostile takeover attempts.
Corporate Finance
We offer independent advice on valuation, fairness opinions, and corporate governance. Our services include financial reporting guidance and board presentation support, delivered with the same principal-led approach that characterises all our transactional work.
People
Thomas Kardos
Managing Partner
Co-founder with 23+ years' experience in cross-border M&A transactions. Leads execution of complex deals in the Human Capital Services sector globally. Maintains direct involvement in key client mandates.
Ronny Grosman
Managing Partner
Co-founder specialising in capital markets advisory and restructuring. Oversees strategic development of the firm's global transaction capabilities. Directly engaged in major European and transatlantic deals.
Hendrik Borggreve
Senior Advisor
Senior advisor bringing additional expertise in corporate finance and international transactions. Supports execution of complex cross-border mandates with strategic insights from extensive industry experience.
Questions
What sectors does Blackwood Capital Group specialise in?
We focus on tech-enabled Business Services, particularly Human Capital Services including staffing, recruitment, and HR technology. We also advise on transactions in Industrials, Consumer, Healthcare, and Renewables sectors.
Are you FCA regulated?
Yes, Blackwood Capital Group (UK) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under reference number 785439.
How do you handle cross-border transactions?
We execute cross-border deals directly through our London and Frankfurt offices without relying on international alliances. Our principals have completed transactions in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa.
What differentiates your advisory services?
We maintain principal involvement in every transaction, operate independently without conflicts from capital provision, and focus specifically on the Business Services sector with 23 years' specialist experience.
What transaction sizes do you handle?
We advise on capital raises between £5m-£100m and manage M&A transactions across small-to-mid-cap and multinational corporations in both private and public markets.
