BC Partners

What they do

Founded in 1986, BC Partners is one of the oldest and largest private equity firms in Europe. The firm operates an integrated transatlantic team focusing on large-cap and upper mid-market buyouts, alongside a robust private credit platform launched in 2017. While it historically operated across private equity, credit, and real estate, it recently spun off its real estate arm in February 2026 to double down on its core PE and credit strategies. The firm is known for its rigorous, private equity-style investment process, deep sector expertise, and a strong track record of transforming portfolio companies into global leaders through operational improvements and strategic M&A.

What they look for

BC Partners focuses on acquiring market-leading businesses with defensible market positions, strong cash flows, and multiple avenues for growth. They employ a proactive sourcing model and seek to generate returns through market dislocations, relationship advantages, and value-add initiatives. Their credit arm focuses on capital preservation and maximizing the margin of safety through financial and structural protection, with a preference for secured debt.

Stage

Series B+

Sectors

Media, Healthcare, Consumer, SaaS, Food and agriculture, Mobility and logistics, Fintech, Proptech, Cybersecurity

Based

London, GB