Leslie James Acquisitions

From Inquisition To Acquisition

The Insurance Sector Acquisition Specialist

We act exclusively for insurance brokers, PMI brokers, MGAs, Loss Adjusters and IFAs.

No Charge To Vendors

Unlike certain of our competitors, we make no charge to vendors. Our fees are paid by acquirers.

Best Prices Achieved

With valuations on the rise, our access to a number of leading acquirers plus a number who are 'under the radar', we're able to offer our clients true choice and achieve the best possible valuations.

44 years
industry experience

Experience of insurance broking, insurance recruitment and of course insurance sector M&A stretching back to 1981 means we speak your language.

An expert, personal, confidential service

Deal directly, consistently and strictly confidentially, from enquiry through to completion, with an industry expert who listens closely to your objectives.

Access to a wide
range of acquirers

Over more than 40 years, we have established  close relationships at the highest level with a range of serious acquirers including many who are 'under the radar'.

No Charge
To Vendors

Our service to vendors is free of charge. We “broke” businesses to a range of acquirers, in strict confidence, to achieve the best offers.

Our Profile and USPs

A Free Service

We’re paid by acquirers, not vendors.

Our Reputation

79 Linkedin recommendations plus numerous awards  shortlisting including the National Insurance Awards.

Proven results

45+ insurance businesses sold in the last 4 years, exceeding £143 million in valuations, with averagely 3-5+ offers per vendor.

My Pedigree

With David Leslie’s 44 years insurance sector experience, including as a Registered Insurance Broker, we understand your market and speak your language.

Personal Service

You will deal directly with David Leslie, for a responsive, dedicated, caring and hands-on service.

Our Specialty

We specialise exclusively in insurance and financial services businesses.

Our Reach

We connect you with the UK’s top acquirers, including broking groups, PE Houses / VCs, MGAs, IFAs, Wealth Management groups and more.

The Broker Advantage

Multiple offers, less stress – many buyers  approached simultaneously – faster and less stressful than you handling direct approaches.

Confidentiality

No identifying or valuable confidential information released without a signed NDA in place.

Our 360 Service

From initial enquiry to completion – including trusted legal and tax partners.

Decrypting the M&A Market with David Leslie
Watch the full video (32 mins) (or sections below)’.
Checkout the full podcast –
Decrypting the M&A Market with David Leslie
YouTalk Insurance interview with David Leslie –
How can you value your insurance business
VALUATIONS ARE AT AN ALL TIME HIGH!
CONTACT US FOR AN INITIAL DISCUSSION IN STRICT CONFIDENCE

0800 912 9994​​ & 07852 556450