A trusted advisor for a selection of BGV portfolio companies to help them develop and grow their business.Assisting BGV in evaluating and/or realising investment opportunities.

Financial consultancy for ambitious start-ups and entrepreneurs seeking to scale their business

Responsible for Licensed and Lifestyle book divisions: working alongside the publishing directors to advise on all financial matters and to ensure optimum financial performance is achieved.Key aspects of the role included:-Working with Publishing Directors to developing divisional strategy plans.-Working through the intricacies of the business with key stakeholders whilst effectively summarising and communicating key issues to CEO and CFO.-Evaluating and negotiating both… Show more Responsible for Licensed and Lifestyle book divisions: working alongside the publishing directors to advise on all financial matters and to ensure optimum financial performance is achieved.Key aspects of the role included:-Working with Publishing Directors to developing divisional strategy plans.-Working through the intricacies of the business with key stakeholders whilst effectively summarising and communicating key issues to CEO and CFO.-Evaluating and negotiating both internal and third party investment opportunities.-Advising publishing directors across a wide range of issues including cost control, royalty rate negotiations, contractual clauses and additional revenue opportunities. -Performing in depth analysis on areas across the P&L to identify risks and opportunities. Show less

Working directly with the CEO, COO and Commercial Director to develop and implement both organic and acquisitive growth strategies. Key aspects of the role included:-Structuring and implementing the investment for the launch of YouTube Premium Channel Network Endemol Beyond UK. -Securing internal investment and oversaw the launch of the UK’s first YouTube star led gaming expo “Legends of Gaming Live” which formed the creation of a new live events division.-Leading and… Show more Working directly with the CEO, COO and Commercial Director to develop and implement both organic and acquisitive growth strategies. Key aspects of the role included:-Structuring and implementing the investment for the launch of YouTube Premium Channel Network Endemol Beyond UK. -Securing internal investment and oversaw the launch of the UK’s first YouTube star led gaming expo “Legends of Gaming Live” which formed the creation of a new live events division.-Leading and managing M&A transactions as well as overseeing the integration of the companies into the wider business post acquisition. -Researching, recommending and developing business cases for new commercial initiatives. -Being the first point of call for the commercial team to devise and implement commercial deals ranging across talent fees, sponsorship pricing, app development profit shares and digital distribution contracts. Show less

The Partnership Manager role sits within the Business Development team. A key aspect of the role is to manage the relationships and key contractual deliverables to the joint venture clients as well as working on the broader business development needs. The Business Development team is responsible for working to identify risk areas and opportunities for further growth and strategic investment.Key aspects of the role included:-Managing joint venture relationships including developing… Show more The Partnership Manager role sits within the Business Development team. A key aspect of the role is to manage the relationships and key contractual deliverables to the joint venture clients as well as working on the broader business development needs. The Business Development team is responsible for working to identify risk areas and opportunities for further growth and strategic investment.Key aspects of the role included:-Managing joint venture relationships including developing meaningful and clear reporting.-Preparation of monthly board packs.-Developing business models and investment cases for new investment initiatives and partnerships. -Assessing investment proposals pitched by external parties. Show less

The Corporate Development team is responsible for M&A, disposals and investments as well as negotiating certain key strategic partnerships. The team works across Channel 4’s businesses and brands.Key aspects of the role included:-Producing papers for various departments across the business detailing market assessments and strategic recommendations.-Building business models for investment portfolio companies trying to raise venture capital funding as well as internal business… Show more The Corporate Development team is responsible for M&A, disposals and investments as well as negotiating certain key strategic partnerships. The team works across Channel 4’s businesses and brands.Key aspects of the role included:-Producing papers for various departments across the business detailing market assessments and strategic recommendations.-Building business models for investment portfolio companies trying to raise venture capital funding as well as internal business models for new channel ideas.-Reviewing the C4 investment portfolio to determine up to date valuations.-Managing the ongoing relationship with the 4iP investment companies. Show less

4iP was a fund established to invest in innovation on digital media platforms from emergent UK digital media companies. Key aspects of the role included:- Assessing proposals submitted to 4iP to determine if investment was worthwhile.- Meeting with the business owners to better understand the business models.- Reviewing and challenging financial forecasts and using this to structure deal terms with an appropriate payback period.- Preparation of investment opportunity… Show more 4iP was a fund established to invest in innovation on digital media platforms from emergent UK digital media companies. Key aspects of the role included:- Assessing proposals submitted to 4iP to determine if investment was worthwhile.- Meeting with the business owners to better understand the business models.- Reviewing and challenging financial forecasts and using this to structure deal terms with an appropriate payback period.- Preparation of investment opportunity case files to be presented to the approval board and drafting of investment contracts. - Hands on assistance in preparing internal recommendation papers, deal structure, terms and business valuation for a proposed equity investment. - Working with companies to develop their business models by consulting with them to understand the relevant revenue drivers, pricing, growth rates and costs. Show less

Audit of companies (including FTSE listed) in Technology, Information Communication, Entertainment/Media and Energy sectors. Primary clients include IPG Jack Morton Group, Telegraph Media Group, BT, All3Media (and various others at statutory level such as Shell and British Gas).