CoriniumCapital
An operator led acquirer of UK businesses focused on mission critical vertical software and the services they enable
About Us
Led by Robin Smith, an operator with 20+ years' experience scaling software and technology enabled businesses from £1M to £200M+, we offer founders a trusted home for their company. We provide a flexible exit on their terms, backed by patient capital and a deep respect for the legacy they've built.
Focused Approach
We focus on mission critical vertical software and the technology enabled services built around it.
Operational Excellence
We're not just investors. We bring 20+ years of operational experience and excellence to help sharpen operations, streamline complexity and fixate on sharing mutual positive outcomes with customers.
Long-term Value
A patient, people-first approach focused on building resilient, enduring companies that deliver compounding value for teams, customers, and investors alike.
Investment Criteria
We seek profitable, growing businesses with strong teams and defensible market positions.
Characteristics
Recurring revenue model with strong retention, low churn, and consistent, capital-efficient growth.
Revenue Range
£1M - £20M annual revenue
EBITDA
15%+ margins
Our Process
Initial conversations to explore fit, goals, and mutual interest
Information sharing under NDA to understand the business
Indicative offer outlining valuation, structure, and shared intent
Collaborative diligence to validate the opportunity and build trust
Final agreement and smooth transition, aligned on long-term success
What We Offer
Collaborative, not transactional
We work with you through the sale process, not against you, with flexibility and transparency. We use models to inform, not define, deal commercials and valuations.
Flexible transition on your terms
Whether you want to step back immediately or stay involved, we tailor the handover to fit your goals.
Tailored exit options
Full or partial sale with deal structures designed to balance certainty today with shared success tomorrow.
Leadership Team
We combine M&A experience on both sides of the table with hands-on go-to-market and operational leadership to accelerate value creation.
Robin Smith, Managing Partner
Corinium Capital
Robin is a seasoned operator with over 20 years of experience leading and scaling B2B software and tech enabled businesses across the UK, EMEA, and the Americas. He has held C-level and senior leadership roles with full P&L responsibility from early-stage startups to £200M+ revenue businesses. Known for his pragmatic, people-first leadership style, Robin brings a rare blend of strategic clarity and operational execution. He has built and transformed go-to-market and operational teams of 5 to 200+, delivering sustainable growth while preserving company culture and customer focus. Through Corinium Capital, Robin is combining patient capital with his own hands-on leadership to acquire and build a group of exceptional UK based businesses over time.
Advisory Board
We work closely with a trusted advisory board of industry veterans, successful entrepreneurs, legal and financial experts, and experienced investors. Their insight supports every stage of the journey — from due diligence and deal structuring to strategic decision-making post-acquisition. We're also happy to introduce sellers to independent advisors from our network to support their own diligence and decision-making.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions founders and owners usually ask
Clear answers on fit, process, transition, and what long-term ownership looks like at Corinium Capital.
What types of businesses does Corinium Capital acquire?
- Corinium Capital focuses on mission-critical vertical software businesses and the technology-enabled services built around them. We look for strong customer retention, recurring revenue, healthy margins, and defensible market positions.
Do founders need to step away immediately after a sale?
- No. We structure transitions around the founder and the business. Some owners want a fast exit, while others prefer to stay involved for a defined handover period or longer-term value creation.
How does the acquisition process usually work?
- The process usually starts with an initial conversation, followed by information sharing under NDA, an indicative offer, collaborative diligence, and then a final agreement built around a smooth transition.
What happens after Corinium Capital acquires a company?
- The focus is on long-term value creation rather than a short-term flip. Corinium Capital brings patient capital and hands-on operating experience to support leadership teams, customers, and sustainable growth.
Get in Touch
Whether you're a business owner considering an exit or an investor interested in our fund, we'd love to hear from you.
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Corinium Capital Ltd, Unit 9, Cirencester Office Park, Tetbury Road, Cirencester, GL7 6JJImportant notice
Important Notice: The information on this website is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to the public or a solicitation to invest. Any investment opportunity related to Corinium Capital will be discussed privately and only with eligible investors (such as self-certified sophisticated investors or high net worth individuals) in compliance with UK financial regulations. Past performance (if referenced) is not indicative of future results, and all investments carry risk. Prospective investors should consider their own investment objectives and seek advice from an authorised financial advisor if in doubt.
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Corinium Advisory
Who is Corinium Advisory
Corinium Advisory is the advisory arm of Corinium Capital, working with investors, boards, founders and CEOs of software businesses on diligence, value creation and leadership transition.