Private Equity Advisory
Mercer works with private equity partners and their portfolio companies throughout the transaction journey. We promote scalability, eliminate barriers to growth, and accelerate value creation through talent optimization.
Nearly all corporate acquirers say talent is critical to deal success. Yet, fewer than half actually consider human capital when shaping their deal thesis. The result? Overlooked risks, missed opportunities and teams that struggle to deliver on the deal's promise.
As the pressure grows to unlock smarter synergies and long-term value, dealmakers are beginning to broaden their view. The shift from cost-cutting to sustainable growth requires a new approach — one where people, skills, culture and leadership aren't afterthoughts but strategic assets from Day 1.
91% of corporate acquirers consider human capital requirements pre-deal, yet only 46% use them when targeting and formulating the deal thesis.
We approach cost and revenue synergies through the lens of seven key human capital value drivers at three critical milestones that enable deal value creation.
Approximately 40% of critical talent is lost 18-24 months post-transaction, yet leaders cite operational stability and customer retention as deal keys.
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From M&A to carve-outs, restructurings and joint ventures — we bring the people insights to unlock value, reduce risk and accelerate results.