Claire Frangou

I'm a Partner in M&A with more than 25 years' experience advising entrepreneurs, family-owned businesses, management teams, corporates and private equity investors on transactions ranging from £10m to £350m. As lead of our North West M&A team across Manchester and Liverpool, I help you navigate business sales, acquisitions, mergers, management buy-outs, capital raising and strategic reviews with clear, practical advice.

I work closely with founder-led businesses, family businesses and private equity-backed companies, supporting shareholders through some of the most important decisions they will make. Whether you're planning an exit, exploring growth through acquisition, considering succession options or preparing for investment, I focus on achieving your commercial objectives while managing risk and maintaining momentum throughout the process. I also have extensive experience advising on cross-border transactions involving international acquirers and investors.

My transaction experience spans a wide range of sectors, including business services, franchising, logistics, life sciences, wealth management, consumer retail and fire and security. I have advised on the sales of businesses including Revive!, Firelink, HESIS, CMAC, LloydsDirect, InXpress, Yearsley, Perspective Financial Group and Biocomposites, as well as transactions involving MandMDirect. Across every engagement, I aim to provide straightforward guidance, keep deals moving and help shareholders maximise value.

Ask me about M&A Advisory, Corporate Finance, Business Sales, Private Equity, Cross-Border M&A, Exit Planning, Family Business Exits and Capital Raising.