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It goes without saying how important it is to work with people you gel with based on shared values, work ethic, objectives and ambition. Creating a strong team whom you feel comfortable with and trust cannot be underestimated, particularly when you are thinking about selling your company. Discretion, knowledge and professionalism are givens, but we think Leith’s way of delivering these values is different. Some companies are large internationals and have their place. Others are specialists in a certain sector. We think Leith’s speciality is being a founder-led team who really get to know you, your aspirations and your concerns. When you choose to work with Leith, your company is one of only a small number. This not only means we can be flexible, available and consistent in terms of the support we offer you; it also means we are hugely incentivised to work incredibly hard and tenaciously to do all we can to reach your goal. We also don’t mince our words. We believe in offering clients clear advice and information, and even if it’s not what you want to hear, we aim to remain objective and logical when you are trying to make key decisions about your future.
David Nelson, Managing Director
With over two decades of experience leading UK mid-market M&A transactions, I founded Leith with a clear vision: to build a team that not only delivers exceptional results but does so with meticulous attention to detail, personalised service, and genuine care for every client.
My most important role in the process is listening. Understanding your concerns, aspirations, and the essence of your business is critical. By forging a close working relationship, we create the trust and insight needed to navigate complex negotiations and make the key decisions that lead to truly transformative outcomes.
Sophie Nelson, Director
The ethos behind Leith is something we are really proud of. We founded the company based on a wish to provide a knowledgeable and friendly service to a small number of clients to whom we can offer a truly bespoke and research driven service. I am responsible for producing the various sales documents required to market your company plus heading up our brilliant research team. We are a straight talking and friendly team who are nothing but tenacious in our approach.
James Wakefield, Director
With over 25 years’ experience building, leading, and transforming teams and businesses across multiple sectors and geographies, and guided by a Sandhurst‑trained leadership ethos, I focus on bringing practical, real‑world insight to every piece of advice and every solution we deliver. Whether supporting companies ready for a corporate event but new to a sale process, or helping organisations make the changes needed to go to market, my goal is always the same: clear, grounded, actionable guidance.
I joined Leith because I share the values that David, Sophie, and the wider team live every day. These values are the foundation of our work and the reason this is such a special company to be part of.
Liz Coley, Senior Researcher
I have been with Leith since the founding of the company and have seen first-hand that our unique service leads to successful outcomes and extremely happy clients. We as a research team, have the important job of identifying and approaching the agreed list of potential buyers for our clients’ companies through a variety of different mediums. We work differently from other companies as we are extremely proactive and our method is totally research led. Further to this, we then put in place all the important documentation such as confidentiality agreements to protect our clients.
As a team we are always on hand with any questions our clients may have and send out regular updates as to how things are progressing. Our totally personal service means that not only do we achieve results but we also become an extension of our client’s team.
Lisa Vincent, Researcher
As a researcher I have supported the firm’s transaction and advisory activities since 2021. I help to provide comprehensive research and operational support throughout the mergers and acquisitions lifecycle, including market and industry analysis, target company profiling, and data support to maintain the high standard of service that Leith are known for.
I pride myself on the care and attention to detail that can make a tangible difference to positive outcomes for our clients.
Why choose us?
- We care about the service we deliver and our reputation
- We understand you’ve worked hard to get to this point and we want to respect that by providing a knowledgeable, hard-working and professional service to help your company reach its selling potential
- We work with only a handful of clients at any given time, this allows us to provide a flexible and personal service
- AAs a client, your point of contact will always be a director, who will personally attend meetings with you and prospective purchasers
- Our engagement terms detail our obligations to you and the services we deliver in plain English
- We have an experienced team of researchers who personally contact prospective purchasers generated through our research process and report the results to you
- Leith M&A use world leading international business intelligence and M&A deal databases analysed by our in-house research team to target the right buyers / acquisition targets for your Company
- We have an extensive internal database of potential acquirers and sellers managed using an industry leading Microsoft Dynamics CRM system
- We handle all negotiations, chair client meetings and liaise between all professionals on the buy side and sell side from engagement to completion
- We work with leading lawyers and accountants to offer professional advice
- Our service is delivered confidentially at all times
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Our technology
We pair the personal service we take great pride in with the cutting edge technology our clients expect. Powered by an industry leading Microsoft Dynamics–based CRM, our platform incorporates advanced M&A deal intelligence, AI driven research, and sophisticated automation and communication systems to ensure we stay consistently ahead of the curve.
If you would like to talk to us, please give us a call.
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ABOUT US
Leith Mergers and Acquisitions is a founder-led business based in Dorking, Surrey. We work with only a handful of clients at any given time, allowing us to provide a personal, proactive and intensive service. We pride ourselves on our ability to deeply understand your needs and motivations in order to secure the future you are aiming for.