The challenge
The client is a UHNW European family who had a substantial liquidity event some years ago. Their objective is to secure a patrimonial succession plan for the second generation and they have started to invest in private equity investments.
Our solutions
Ensuring efficiency throughout, our global Family Office team:
- Established a single family office (SFO) based in London, including investment research, finance and COO functions
- Provides administration and services to their SPV structures along with other tailored services such as cash management and payment dashboards
- Assisting the family office invest in private equity opportunities across the globe with a focus on Europe and Africa
- Holding frequent added-value discussions with the SFO on revised substance and corporate governance developments
Results
The family can focus on investment decisions knowing the SFO is protecting the clients interests with strong substance and governance parameters while alleviating the administrative burden.
This structure will prepare the next generation for the responsibilities of wealth stewardship while reducing any risks involved with the cross generational transfer.
