Investing with conviction, overcoming complexity
Novus is an independent sponsor operating in the underserved lower mid-market. We adopt a hands-on, expert-led approach to investing
Our approach is to build on strong foundations to achieve lasting growth
Our Strategy
Novus has a flexible mandate, enabling us to back management teams seeking growth capital or support shareholders looking to exit to a trusted long-term partner.
Taking a proactive approach, we catalyse business transformation within our investments.
Highly adaptable, with flexible holding periods tailored to each opportunity.
Our investments are structured to suit management teams' needs, whether they seek full succession or plan to lead through the next phase of growth.
Investment Criteria
Specialists in the industrials and business services sectors, serving a B2B customer base.
Focused on partnering with businesses generating up to £5m in EBITDA.
Preference for majority stakes, while remaining open to minority investments.
We are comfortable with a range of deal types including non-core carve-outs, spin-offs, MBIs and MBOs.
Our Capital
We invest our own money and that of a small group of high-net-worth individuals.
The origins of our capital mirror the entrepreneurial spirit of the businesses with which we partner.
Our capital is founded on the entrepreneurial values that align with those of our partners.
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Our Approach
We have a flexible investment philosophy, unconstrained by rigid investment criteria.
