Management-owned businesses are tapping into the private debt markets to capitalise on their increased flexibility
Soho Square Capital’s portfolio company Oliver James features in the recent Deloitte Private Debt Deal Tracker having recently completed a strategic refinancing (Soho Square continues to support the business, retaining its minority equity stake and board seat).
Graeme Edwards, CFO, Oliver James Group
“Our recent refinancing, expertly led by the Deloitte Debt and Capital Advisory team, has been a resounding success. Anil and his team consistently demonstrated professionalism, seamlessly blending their deep financial expertise with a genuine understanding of our business needs. Their unwavering dedication, hard work, and commitment to truly comprehend our strategic objectives were truly commendable. This collaborative approach resulted in a tailored financing solution that perfectly aligns with, and underpins, our next phase of growth. We were thoroughly impressed by the team's dedication and look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with them again in the future.”
David Steel, Director, Soho Square Capital
“Oliver James has grown at an impressive above-market rate and is a very successful business led by a highly experienced team. We are delighted to have refinanced as planned, retaining our equity stake and board seat so we can continue to support the business and its ambitious growth plans.”
Read the full write up here: https://www.deloitte.com/uk/en/services/financial-advisory/research/private-debt-deal-tracker.html Published: 28.03.25
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Soho Square Capital is an investment firm focused on providing flexible capital solutions, typically in the form of senior or preferred capital with minority equity stakes, to established and growing UK and European SMEs. Headquartered in London, the firm is led by a highly experienced team that has been investing together for over 15 years, through many economic cycles and have the expertise and flexibility to invest up to £40 million in any given transaction, across the capital structure, from senior debt to equity. The team works closely with business owners and management teams to structure innovative, bespoke financing solutions and offer enhanced portfolio company support.