Obtaining merger control clearance for the acquisition of StaffPoint by MB Funds

We advised MB Funds on its acquisition of StaffPoint from a group of investors led by Sponsor Capital, including obtaining the merger control approval from the Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority.

MB Funds, founded in 1988, is a leading Finnish private equity firm with extensive track record and experience.

StaffPoint is a leading provider of digitally enabled personnel services in Finland. StaffPoint Group is comprised of Staff Point Oy, which focuses on staffing and recruiting services, coaching and training company Spring House Oy, and digital business and talent consultancy company Henrico Digital Oy.

Case Reference: Acquisition by MB Funds of majority stake in StaffPoint

Team

Main contact

Ilkka Leppihalme

Partner

Mirva Arvola

Senior Associate

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