Permira Advisers

Permira Advisers is a British global investment firm specializing in private equity and credit investments. Founded in 1985 as part of Schroders, it became independent in 1996 and has since become one of the largest buyout specialists. The firm advises funds with total committed capital of approximately €80 billion, investing in over 300 companies worldwide. Permira employs over 500 people across 16 offices in Europe, the United States, and Asia.

The firm's investment strategy focuses on buyouts and growth equity investments in four key sectors: technology, consumer, healthcare, and services. Permira's credit funds provide flexible financing solutions across direct lending, CLO management, and structured credit. The firm partners with management teams to drive growth and long-term value creation, often through spin-offs, mergers and acquisitions, and organic growth.

Permira's portfolio includes high-profile companies such as Acuity Knowledge Partners, Clearwater Analytics, Engel & Völkers, McAfee, Neuraxpharm, Reorg, TeamViewer, Zendesk, and Squarespace. The firm's approach emphasizes a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, uniting a diverse team of professionals committed to delivering value to investors and portfolio companies alike.