Management Buy-Ins
Step Into Ownership with Strategic Confidence
A Management Buy-In (MBI) offers experienced executives the opportunity to acquire and run an existing business.
At TML, we specialise in helping individuals and teams successfully buy into companies where they are not currently employed - providing full advisory support from opportunity identification to deal execution and post-acquisition integration.
Whether you're an executive investor or an independent sponsor, our MBI advisory team will help you find the right business, secure the necessary funding, and complete the transaction with confidence.
Who We Support in Management Buy-Ins
Experienced Industry Executives Seeking Business Ownership
Entrepreneurial Investors and Sponsors
Search Funds and First-Time Acquirers
Private Equity-Backed Management Teams
Strategic Buyers Looking for Operational Control
We support both buy-side clients looking to identify and acquire businesses, and sell-side clients seeking qualified external management buyers.
Private Equity Sell-Side Advisory
Our Management Buy-In Services
We provide comprehensive MBI advisory services that cover every stage of your acquisition journey:
Opportunity Sourcing
We help identify high-potential businesses that align with your industry expertise, leadership strengths, and strategic goals.
Valuation & Deal Structuring
Our team provides expert valuation insights and designs deal structures that are attractive to sellers while protecting your interests as the incoming management team.
Management Buy-In Financing
We craft bespoke capital solutions, combining debt, equity, and mezzanine financing to support a sustainable and scalable acquisition.
Seller & Stakeholder Negotiations
TML leads and facilitates negotiations with business owners, shareholders, and existing management teams to ensure alignment and clarity.
Due Diligence Support
We manage a thorough due diligence process—covering legal, financial, and operational aspects—to help you understand exactly what you're buying.
Post-Buy-In Advisory
Once the deal is done, we remain by your side to support leadership transition, operational optimisation, and long-term value creation.
Our Process
How We Deliver Successful MBIs
1.
Initial Consultation & Strategy
We assess your goals, industry background, and investment criteria, helping define your acquisition strategy and buyer profile.
2.
Target Search & Screening
Using our network and deal-sourcing tools, we identify off-market opportunities and pre-screen businesses that fit your vision.
3.
Business Valuation & Modelling
We analyse target businesses, provide valuations, and develop financial models to inform funding and negotiation strategies.
4.
Capital Structuring & Financing
We source and structure funding solutions through private equity, banks, alternative lenders, and seller financing to support the buy-in.
5.
Execution & Completion
Our team manages the transaction process, negotiates deal terms, and ensures a smooth close with minimal disruption.
6.
Onboarding & Transition
Post-acquisition, we support integration planning, team alignment, and growth strategies to ensure a successful leadership handover.
MBI Financing Options
MBIs often require a well-structured capital mix to ensure affordability and long-term success. TML offers access to a wide range of financing solutions:
Private Equity Investment
Partner with a PE firm to access capital and strategic guidance—ideal for executives with sector expertise but limited initial capital.
Debt Financing
Use a mix of asset-based lending, cash flow lending, or mezzanine finance to secure the capital needed for acquisition.
Leveraged Buy-In (LBI)
Fund the acquisition using the target company’s future cash flows and assets as collateral, in partnership with lenders or equity sponsors.
Search Fund Financing
We support search fund entrepreneurs in raising committed capital and identifying suitable acquisition targets.
Seller Financing & Deferred Consideration
Structure the deal with deferred payments or earn-outs to reduce initial capital requirements and align interests with the seller.
Why Choose TML for Management Buy-In Advisory?
MBI Experts in the UK & USA
Our experienced advisors understand the unique dynamics and risks of MBIs and have guided hundreds of successful external management acquisitions.
Extensive Deal Flow & Network
We give you access to exclusive off-market opportunities and a wide network of sellers, brokers, and advisors.
Over 2,400 Lenders & Investors
From traditional lenders to private equity funds, we connect you to the capital sources best suited for your goals.
End-to-End Advisory
We’re with you every step of the way—from defining your MBI strategy to post-acquisition value creation.
Confidential & Professional Service
We prioritise discretion, integrity, and strategic alignment throughout the MBI process.
Recent Buy-In Success Stories
TML has successfully advised executive buyers and sponsor-backed teams in completing MBIs across sectors including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and services. Contact us to view relevant case studies or learn how we’ve helped others like you become business owners.
