Cinven has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Flint Global, marking the second investment from the firm’s new mid-market strategy and strengthening its presence in high-growth professional services. 

Flint advises corporates and investors on regulatory, policy, competition, and economic matters. The firm has expanded rapidly since its 2015 launch by Ed Richards and Sir Simon Fraser, growing from London into Brussels, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, and Singapore. It now serves a diversified client base across sectors including technology, energy, financial services, and infrastructure.

Cinven said Flint operates in one of the fastest-growing areas of the professional services market, fuelled by geopolitical uncertainty, rising regulatory complexity, and the increasing overlap between public policy and corporate strategy. The firm highlighted Flint’s organic growth, blue-chip clients, and recurring revenue model as key attractions. Cinven plans to support further international expansion, broaden Flint’s practice areas, and pursue targeted acquisitions.

Co-founders Ed Richards and Sir Simon Fraser will remain significant shareholders and continue as board members. CEO James Purnell will remain in place.

Luigi Sbrozzi, Partner at Cinven, commented: “Flint exemplifies the qualities we seek in our investments: sector-leading positions, a strong and repeat client base, and a clear track record of growth. Cinven’s experience within the professional services sector has shown the value that strategic support and investment can create alongside ambitious founders and management teams.”

The transaction is expected to complete by year end.

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