From deal to exit: advice and support for PE houses and portfolio companies

The RSM Private Equity team brings together all the disciplines required to provide specialist services to Private Equity funds and their portfolio companies in the mid-market, both nationally and internationally.

Private Equity is a strategic pillar within RSM. We have extensive experience advising fund managers, investment teams and management teams in achieving their strategic objectives. Thanks to our multidisciplinary approach – with experts in Corporate Finance, Due Diligence, Valuation, Assurance, Tax and Consulting – we deliver speed, certainty and sustainable value creation at every stage of the deal. 
 

Private Equity Funds

We offer a comprehensive range of specialised services for private equity funds and fund managers. From investment strategies and regulatory compliance to support with international structures. 

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M&A Services

RSM supports private equity through every phase of the deal: from origination and due diligence to growth and exit. 

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Portfolio companies

When a company is target of an acquisition process, specialist support is crucial. RSM provides advice to management teams and investors to optimally prepare the target company for the transaction. 

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Private Equity funds

We offer a wide range of specialised services for Private Equity funds and fund managers:

- Investment strategies: from venture and growth capital to buy-outs, credit, infrastructure and real estate.

- Regulations: comprehensive support in local and European laws and regulations throughout the entire life cycle of a fund.

- International structures: supporting both emerging fund managers and large PE houses with international challenges.

Contact person:
Michiel Buiteman – Assurance
 

M&A Services

RSM assists/navigates private equity in every stage of the deal: from origination and due diligence to growth and exit.

- Multidisciplinary approach: collaboration between Corporate Finance, Due Diligence, M&A Tax and Valuation specialists.

- Due Diligence: more than 100 mid-market transactions annually, a top 3 player in the Netherlands.

- Corporate Finance: strategic guidance on successful acquisitions and divestments, backed by deep market knowledge and an extensive network.

- M&A Tax: comprehensive support ranging from tax due diligence to efficient acquisition and divestment structures, and tax clauses in contracts.

- Valuation: valuations, PPA support and extensive experience with portfolio companies.

Contact persons: 


Cora van Dijk – Corporate Finance
Marco Jansze – M&A Tax
Marcel Vlaar – Financial Due Diligence
 René van Bruggen – Valuation

Portfolio companies

After the acquisition, the challenge begins to create value and accelerate growth. We support portfolio companies with:

- Post-deal support & integration: creating and implementing a 100-day plan, following up on due diligence issues, focusing on growth.

- Pragmatic solutions: hands-on support in value creation, with integrated services in Assurance, Tax and Consulting.

- Deal cycle guidance: from value creation to exit, including exit readiness and strategic restructuring.

Contact persons:

Marco Jansze – Tax
Jeroen Vrancken – Audit
Mike Niemans – Non-Assurance
 Mario van den Broek – Consulting

Related services

M&A Tax

Due Diligence

Corporate Finance

Business Valuations

Ready for the next step? 

Whether you manage a Private Equity fund or lead a portfolio company, RSM stands alongside you at every stage of the deal cycle. We combine international expertise with local engagement, giving you the confidence to make decisions quickly and with certainty.

Contact our Private Equity specialists for an informal conversation. 

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M&A insights

Frequently asked questions about Private Equity services:

 

Private equity involves investments in non-listed companies with the aim of creating value and driving growth. This is typically done through buyouts, growth capital or restructuring, followed by an exit.

RSM supports private equity funds and portfolio companies throughout the entire deal cycle, from strategy and due diligence to value creation and exit.

Due diligence is an in-depth analysis of a company’s financial, tax and operational position prior to an investment. It helps identify risks and opportunities and supports decision-making.

Portfolio companies are businesses in which a private equity fund has invested. These companies are actively managed and supported to improve performance and increase value.

RSM provides post-deal support including 100-day plans, integration support, follow-up on due diligence findings and guidance on growth strategies.

A 100-day plan outlines the key actions following an acquisition to stabilize the business, manage risks and create value quickly.

RSM assists with exit readiness, company valuation, due diligence preparation and transaction support to ensure a smooth and successful sale.

Private equity transactions involve multiple areas such as finance, tax, legal and strategy. A multidisciplinary approach ensures faster insights and better outcomes.

Yes, through its global network, RSM supports cross-border transactions and international structures for private equity funds and portfolio companies.