RAS Business Broker Services for Sellers
Selling a recruitment agency involves navigating quite an unnecessarily complex marketplace, particularly for the size of most recruitment businesses. Sellers need to get an idea as to what their business is worth, have a good knowledge of potential deal structures that are likely to be available, get assistance finding the right buyer and be able to negotiate favourable terms. We specialise in guiding recruitment agency owners through this process, offering tailored services to ensure a successful sale.
We sell recruitment agencies of all shapes and sizes. We are happy to assist you with the sale of small & large recruitment companies, executive search firms (headhunters), niche/specialised recruitment agencies & businesses, generalist recruitment agencies (multiple industry), in house recruitment services, outplacement services, board level search, permanent professional, temporary/contract staffing agencies in all industries, RPO (recruitment process outsourcing) providers, graduate recruiters, freelance & gig economy platforms and apprenticeship agencies.
We do not charge sellers to list with us, there are no hidden terms in our agreements and we do not tie you in to us at any time. This is may seem unusual, but if you speak with other business brokers you will quickly see that there is a lot of money to be made by brokers from charging upfront fees to clients who may never sell their businesses!
Here’s an overview of how RAS Recruitment Agency Sales can assist recruitment agency owners achieve their business exit goals.
Expert Valuation and Market Insights
The first step in selling a recruitment agency is to make contact with us. We are always happy to have an informal discussion in confidence to talk about your business and see how we can help. Contact us to find out more. We provide expert valuation services based on market analysis and recent sale prices, as well as the internal structure and set up of your agency (temporary, permanent, contract, platform etc). As part of our valuation process we look at your financial performance, client base, market position, and intangible assets like IP, website, brand reputation and your existing client relationships. Request a valuation today.
Marketing and Buyer Identification
We have an extensive network of buyers and marketing resources to get potential buyers interested in your business. We develop a customised marketing plan for each seller that includes listing the business on relevant platforms (eg Daltons), reaching out directly to potential buyers through our buyer databases, and also sometimes approaching your direct competitors who may have strategic reasons to buy (although the latter don’t tend to make very strong buyers generally).
Negotiation and Deal Structuring
Negotiating the sale of a business can take a lot of time, and both parties to the transaction need careful handling, particularly when there is an emotional element to the sale (which there invariably is). We are skilled negotiators, acting on behalf of both parties to secure the best possible deal for everyone concerned. We assist in structuring the transaction in a way that aligns with your financial and non-financial objectives, such as the timing of payments, earn-out agreements, and the handling of existing staff and clients. Not only this, but our company is part of a group with extensive connections and work with the legal profession. As a result we are able to provide access to good quality, reasonably priced legal advice, and solicitors with extensive M&A experience who can assist you.
Legal and Regulatory Guidance
Our company is owned in part by a non-practising solicitor and we have extensive connections in the legal world to be able to either provide you with document templates when needed, but also to be able to refer you to a suitable solicitor with the expertise to assist where required, as well as accountants if needed at due diligence stage. We offer different levels of expense, from document review solicitors through to full service. Our templates (available free of charge to our buyers and sellers) include Heads of Terms, Business Purchase Agreements, Due Diligence Request Forms, Share Purchase Agreements and NDAs.
Post-Sale Transition
Ensuring a smooth transition to the new owners is crucial for maintaining the agency’s operations and client relationships after the sale. We can play a key role in planning and implementing the transition process. We work with both the seller and the buyer to create a comprehensive transition plan that addresses operational, client, and employee considerations.
Why Choose RAS Recruitment Agency Sales to Assist with your Sale?
Choosing RAS as your professional business broker to handle the sale of your recruitment agency offers you the following:
- Access to expert, impartial advice on valuation, market conditions, and sales strategy.
- Broader reach to potential buyers through established networks and marketing channels.
- Skilled negotiation to secure favourable terms and protect the seller’s interests.
- Access to quality solicitors and accountants to handle all legal and regulatory requirements.
- Support for a smooth transition to ensure ongoing success for the business.
To register your firm for sale, please complete the form below, or contact us to discuss your sale.