Headpoint Announces Second Senior Appointment in as many Months: Ben Skym as an Associate in the Corporate Finance Team
Headpoint is pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Skym as an Associate in its corporate finance team, marking the second strategic addition to the firm’s Midlands team in October. This appointment underscores Headpoint’s commitment to expanding its advisory capabilities in response to growing client demand and a robust transaction pipeline.
Ben joins with over five years of industry experience gained at Headpoint Advisors and Deloitte, where he became a chartered accountant (ACA) and gained extensive insight working with a variety of FTSE 100 and 250 companies. His previous experience includes delivering assurance services across sectors such as Aerospace & Defence, Manufacturing, Business Intelligence, Publishing and Exhibitions, and Regulated Utilities. Ben holds a First Class Honours degree in Business Economics from the University of Exeter.
In his role as an Associate, Ben will concentrate on the delivery of M&A advisory services, working closely with clients to drive successful outcomes for their corporate finance projects.
Mark Wilson, Managing Partner at Headpoint, commented:
“Ben joins us after a successful career at Deloitte where he managed teams in London and Birmingham on listed engagements, leading statutory audits on a range of limited companies. We are really delighted that he has chosen Headpoint to build his career in lead advisory and know already that he is a great addition to our team.”
Ben Skym remarked on his appointment:
“It’s an exciting time to join Headpoint, as the quality of recent deals highlights, and I look forward to contributing to this period of expansion. This is a great opportunity for me to join an experienced team committed to the Midlands. Headpoint differentiates itself through the quality of advice we deliver and I wholeheartedly align with the objective of not leaving any value on the table for our clients.”
Ben’s arrival comes during an active period for Headpoint, with the firm recently completing several high-value transactions, including the notable sale of Argus Fire to Mitie Plc for £38m. Headpoint’s ability to secure premium outcomes for its clients in the mid-market is highlighted by other recent successes including a range of high-profile company disposals, acquisitions, and growth funding transactions.
Headpoint’s strategic advisory services empower shareholders and management teams to unlock maximum value from their businesses, enabling them to achieve optimal outcomes in M&A and capital transactions.
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