MLA is a Merger & Acquisitions Brokerage.

MLA operates differently from traditional brokerages. We manage the entire process from inception to completion, ensuring maximum value with minimum disruption to your daily operations.

  • We believe selling your business should not involve upfront "marketing budgets" or hidden fees.
  • We are an established, independent firm providing premium Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) services across both the private and public sectors.

Our Core Areas of Expertise

By specialising in four distinct pillars of the service and digital industries, we provide our clients with a highly honed wealth of sector-specific experience.

1. Commercial Cleaning & Facilities Management

We possess an intimate understanding of the cleaning industry, from local owner-operated firms to national enterprises.

  • Contract Portfolios: We have active buyers seeking both standalone contract books and entire business entities.

  • Public & Private Sector: Our experience covers the complexities of both government and private commercial contracts.

2. Insurance Brokerages & Portfolios

Whether you are looking to sell a niche brokerage or a specific "book of business," MLA facilitates seamless transitions.

  • Accurate Valuations: We provide no-cost, realistic market valuations for insurance-related firms.

  • Institutional Reach: Our track record includes deals ranging from boutique firms to large-scale insurance providers.

3. Security Industry Specialists

Security businesses are unique assets that require a specific buyer profile. We move beyond the standard offers of larger firms to secure superior deal structures.

  • Optimised Terms: We specialise in navigating retentions and clawbacks to ensure the best possible return for the seller.

  • Sub-Sector Expertise: From manned guarding to electronic security and systems integration.

4. Digital Acquisitions & IT Infrastructure

In the fast-paced technology sector, we connect vendors with strategic investors looking for scalable, "moveable" assets.

  • IT & SaaS: Extensive experience with software firms, hosting providers, and managed service providers (MSPs).

  • InsurTech & Automation: Specialist knowledge in automated quoting systems and online insurance platforms.

  • Digital Real Estate: A comprehensive domain name service, managing high-value portfolios and digital assets.

The MLA Advantage

  • Strict Confidentiality: We fully respect your need for anonymity. No details are published online or "hawked" indiscriminately; discretion is paramount at every stage.

  • Prequalified Global Buyers: We maintain a database of vetted international buyers ready to move quickly on the right opportunity.

  • Zero Cost to the Seller: Our full-service brokerage remains 100% free for the vendor—as it has been for 35 years.

Five Minutes to Clarity

It takes only five minutes to get the answers you need to make an informed decision. You are not required to disclose your identity or your company’s name during our initial consultation.

Consult with a specialist in total confidence: Call: 020 8954 7509

Or complete our secure inquiry form below.

 

We are an established, professional company that is completely independent, providing Merger and Acquisition services to clients in both the private and public sectors.

We listen carefully to your requirements and fully understand your industry.

It takes 5 minutes to get the answers you need to help make the right decision. You need not disclose your name nor that of your company until such time as you wish to place your business with us.

 

  • We have buyers waiting for cleaning contacts and whole businesses.
  • We fully respect and understand that to remain anonymous. 

Confidentiality is paramount at all times!