At Alexander & Co, our business restructuring advisory team has a proven track record of supporting a wide range of businesses. Our results speak for themselves, many clients have become more profitable due to our actions, or in some instances, saved from impending insolvency. In other instances we have ensured company disposals are as tax efficient as possible, maximising the returns for the owners.

We have significant experience in a wider range of sectors, accordingly, this ensures we understand the issues your business faces. These including manufacturing, leisure & hospitality, property and construction, life sciences and fintech, to name just a few.

Many firms turn to restructuring during difficult periods in their lifecycle, perhaps when up against it, facing financial or operational difficulties, or possibly potential insolvency.

Similarly, and of equal importance, business restructuring can also be beneficial for those looking to increase profitability and reduce tax liabilities. Whatever the reason for restructuring a company, our expert advice will help turn your business around and help you meet your financial goals.

As a team, we will work to understand you business, its values and importantly, its ownership and the priorities and values of its stakeholders. We will work closely to solve your complex problems, assisting in reducing risk and working to protect the value of your business.

Types of business restructuring

We understand the challenges facing each business are different and can help accordingly. Because of this, our advisors can advise on many different types of corporate restructuring, including:

  • Demerging or splitting a group structure
  • Consolidating businesses into a group structure
  • Share reorganisation
  • Establishing a new holding company

With this in mind, our business restructuring advice will cover the best tailored solutions for your business.

What are the benefits of corporate restructuring?

Business looking to restructuring with the assistance of Alexander & Co will significantly benefit from advice in:

  • Stabilising any financial problems
  • Reducing risks
  • Settling shareholder disputes
  • Gaining new investment opportunities
  • Reducing tax liabilities 
  • Cost-saving / increasing your efficiency
  • Succession planning
  • Moving assets

You can find out more about the benefits of restructuring a business in our article here.

Business restructuring to become more tax-efficient

Restructuring your company can create a more tax-efficient corporate structure.

Corporate restructuring can significantly reduce your tax liability going forward, and receiving business restructuring advice will ensure that a reorganisation takes advantage of any applicable tax relief. Without careful consideration, restructuring a business could lead to an increased tax burden during the reorganisation process. Our dedicated consultants are always on hand to provide you with trusted, valuable advice.

Additionally, tax liabilities can include stamp duty on the transfer of shares, stamp duty land tax (SDLT) on the transfer of any property, not to mention VAT and Corporation Tax on any income that is generated. Not considering the tax implications fully can also lead to the loss of available tax relief.

Restructuring Finance

Working with a wide range of trusted partners across the UK. When finance is required as part of your corporate restructuring, we know who to approach. Our network of advisors and partners will work with you to provide the best available solution.

Other restructuring services

Alexander & Co provides a wide range of services to those companies considering restructuring. For those considering a sale, we can prepare you for this through providing advice on the the most tax efficient route so you maximise your revenue as a result. Additionally, we also provide company valuations and advice on business disposals, mergers and acquisitions:

Contact a corporate restructuring advisor today

To discuss the corporate restructuring options available to your firm, please contact one of our corporate tax advisors without delay. Our team is dedicated to helping your business recover, thrive and grow, whatever industry you are in.

We also work with external organisations like The Business Growth Hub and The Northern Powerhouse, here we are preferred partners, so we are in good company to help your business succeed and grow. 

For more information on how we can support your business please email us at info@alexander.co.uk or alternatively fill in our online enquiry form.

Key contact

John McCaffery

John is tax partner and head of tax at Alexander & Co, he has previously worked for KPMG, PwC and Grant Thornton. He advises individuals, entrepreneurs, families and their businesses on tax issues and planning with particular expertise in transactional and forensic taxes.

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