Harsh economic times have yielded a period of consolidation in the Recruitment sector as current owners have exited or take the opportunity to “bulk up” through merger or acquisition.

Drawing on our significant sector experience, we help sellers identify ways in which they can make their businesses look more attractive (a buyer is likely to pay more for a business that is transparent and the affairs of which are in order), and we assist buyers through all stages of the due diligence process to help them ensure that they get full value from the purchase.

Sector specific issues that we focus on include compliance with relevant regulations and legislation, the status and strength of staff contracts and consultancy agreements (and, in particular, any non compete and confidentiality restrictions in them), the validity and quality of standard client terms of service, and, where we are acting for a buyer, the imposition of appropriate non compete restrictions on the seller.

Call Hugh Mulley on 01727 735675 (DDI) or email hm@dolegal.co.uk