Author: Sarah

Why UK SMEs Are Turning To Buy‑Side Advisors (And Not Brokers)

For many UK SME buyers, the biggest challenge isn’t raising finance – it is finding the right business and getting the deal over the line. Unlike traditional brokers, a dedicated buy‑side advisor acts solely for the buyer, with no conflict of interest and no pressure to “push” a particular deal.

At Auxilium Advisory, we source both on‑market and off‑market opportunities, structure funding, and guide you through every stage of the transaction. That means you benefit from independent advice on valuation, deal structure, and risk, rather than relying on information prepared for the seller. For first‑time acquirers and experienced buyers alike, this support can be the difference between an average deal and the right deal.

Working exclusively on the buy side also allows us to build long‑term relationships with clients, not one‑off transactions. We stay focused on your acquisition criteria, your strategy, and your appetite for risk – and we only progress opportunities that align with those priorities.​

Preparing Your Business for Investment or Sale

Whether you’re planning a sale, raising investment, or simply wanting to increase enterprise value, preparation is key. The strongest businesses have clean financials, documented processes, and strong leadership.

Auxilium Advisory supports businesses to become “investor ready” and remove barriers that reduce valuation.
Key takeaway: You don’t prepare for a sale when you’re ready to exit — you prepare years before.

We have further developed our service lines for 2025. These include supporting on all of the following:

Originating deal activity

Providing buyers with a full suite of corporate finance support to find, fund and transact on a target acquisition, typically sub £20m consideration

Advising management teams with a view to effecting a buyout (MBO)

Sourcing a lead Director (often in the capacity of Managing Director) to join a team and effect a buyin management buyout (BIMBO)

Working with business owners to identify areas for improvement and delivering on these

Introducing new key team members and heads of function, particularly across sales, operations, finance and production

Recommending Non Executives with specialist sector or functional knowledge

Liaising with private equity firms to initiate deals and manage them through to completion

Feel free to contact Paul Griffiths, Director on 07802 716996 or email paul@auxilium-advisory.co.uk to discuss any of our service lines.

FIND / FUND / TRANSACT

Are you an SME business owner unsure what to do next?

Do you……….

Want to grow but need support?

Need a key individual to assist you to realise your business plan?

Feel you would benefit from a Non Executive?

Want to step back from business without losing control?

Want to sell your business with immediate affect?

Want to sell your business over a period e.g 2 years.

Why would you use Auxilium Advisory to start your journey?

We can……….

  • Advise you on the most realistic price you can expect to achieve for the sale of your business
  • Source buyers.
  • Provide a network of Interims
  • We can provide networks of key individuals ready to transition to a new role 

Why would you use Auxilium Advisory to support the next stage?

  • Confidentiality management is as important to us as it is to you.
  • We will ensure the necessary non-disclosure agreements are signed, and offer support with information memorandum if required.
  • We can provide you with the professionals to support  your financial and legal documentation.
  • We can assist you to market the business.
  • We can assist you to fund the process.
  • We negotiate the best deal for you.
  • We totally support you every step of the way. Your success is our success.

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Auxilium support for owners 2025