Due Diligence Services

Specialism in Assisting Overseas Companies

We specialise in supporting international clients looking to enter the UK market or complete acquisitions within the UK. Our knowledge of local regulations, market conditions, and legal frameworks means we can
efficiently identify key issues that could impact the transaction. Our team’s ability to provide insight into both fi nancial and legal risks, as well as any compliance issues, allows us to act as a single point of contact for your entire due diligence process.

A Multi-Disciplinary Team with Broad Expertise

At Oury Clark, our due diligence team brings together a broad range of expertise to ensure every aspect of a transaction is covered. Our team includes:

• Chartered Accountants
• Chartered Tax Advisors
• Legal Professionals specializing in employment law, contract law, intellectual property, and more
• Auditors experienced in auditing companies across various sectors

This extensive range of skills enables us to provide a thorough and efficient due diligence service, whether the focus is on financial, tax, or legal matters. Our audit team is also highly experienced in reviewing companies’ financial statements, providing an extra layer of security and confidence in the due diligence process.

Due Diligence Process

Our approach to due diligence is clear, structured, and delivered in a timely manner. We break down the process into several key stages, ensuring transparency and efficiency:

1. Scoping the Project

We begin by working with you to scope out the due diligence process. This is a critical step where we identify the key areas you are looking to investigate, the primary risks associated with the company, and the necessary depth of review. Proper scoping allows us to align our efforts with your strategic priorities

and ensures we focus on the most pertinent areas.

2. Red Flag Due Diligence

We conduct a high-level “red flag” due diligence review. This process is designed to identify any significant issues that could pose a risk to the transaction or cause it not to proceed. These red flags might include unresolved legal disputes, undisclosed liabilities, or regulatory non-compliance. By flagging these issues early, we provide you with the opportunity to assess whether to move forward with the deal or renegotiate terms.

3. Full Due Diligence

Should you request a more comprehensive due diligence review, we are able
to also able to do this. This involves a deeper dive into financial statements, tax positions, legal contracts, intellectual property rights, employment obligations, and more. The aim here is to provide a full picture of the target company’s financial health and legal standing.

4. Reporting

Whether you select the “red flag” or the “full” due diligence service, we provide a report summarising our findings, the level of detail is dependent on whether you’ve asked us to do a “red flag” review or a “full” review. The report will outline any areas of concern, as well as the overall situation of the company. It is designed to give you a clear understanding of the risks and opportunities involved in the transaction, enabling informed decision-making, dependent on the level
of detail that you’ve requested us to go to.

Efficient and Fairly Priced

We understand that time is often of the essence in transactions, which is why we deliver our due diligence services in a timely and efficient manner. At Oury Clark, we pride ourselves on providing a fast turnaround without compromising on the depth of our analysis. Our fees are competitive and transparent, and we work closely with you to ensure that the scope and pricing align with your needs and expectations.

We are happy to provide a fixed fee for due diligence which will vary dependent on whether you are after our “red flag” service of “full” service.

We will be happy to discuss your needs and provide a fixed fee accordingly.