Burges Salmon has been shortlisted for the ‘Legal Advisor of the Year – Deal-making’ award at the upcoming EducationInvestor Awards 2023.
- The awards celebrate achievements in the business of education, including sectors such as Advisory & Finance and Education Provision.
- Burges Salmon was recognised for its role in several key deals, including the sale of Firebrand Training and investment dealings with Gemba.
- Their longstanding experience in the education sector is underscored by work with the Department for Education and various acquisitions.
- Tim Roberts, a director at Burges Salmon, noted the importance of these achievements in advancing client business objectives.
Burges Salmon has achieved the distinction of being shortlisted for the ‘Legal Advisor of the Year – Deal-making’ category at the EducationInvestor Awards 2023, an event that recognises excellence across the educational business sector. This nomination highlights the firm’s significant contributions to prominent deals throughout the past year.
The EducationInvestor Awards, hosted by Nexus Media Group, acknowledge superior performance in key categories such as Advisory & Finance, Education Provision, and Software & Services. Burges Salmon’s recognition in the Legal Advisor category is attributed to their involvement in noteworthy transactions, reflecting their expertise and influence in the sector.
Throughout the year, Burges Salmon’s Corporate team has participated in several strategic transactions that have reinforced their reputation. This includes acting on behalf of founder shareholders during the sale of Firebrand Training to BPP, as well as advising Gemba regarding investment from the New York-based Parkway Venture Capital. Such initiatives exemplify Burges Salmon’s ability to navigate complex financial landscapes and provide strategic advice.
Moreover, Burges Salmon’s collaborative efforts with the Department for Education have further underscored their considerable experience and commitment to the education sector. This ongoing partnership has involved the firm in a variety of pivotal projects aimed at enhancing educational frameworks and outcomes.
A recent highlight includes Burges Salmon’s advisory role to The Safeguarding Company’s shareholders on its acquisition by Tes, a global provider of digital solutions for educational institutions. Such transactions not only highlight the firm’s strategic acumen but also its focus on supporting clients in transitioning to new developmental stages.
Tim Roberts, a director within Burges Salmon’s Corporate team, articulated the firm’s pride in their accomplishments over the past year, noting: “To be named as an EducationInvestor 2023 finalist is great and reflects another busy year for deals in the education sector. We are delighted to have been able to work on a number of those and to help our clients take their businesses into the next stage of their development.”
Burges Salmon’s nomination underscores their leadership in legal advisory within the educational sector.
