Novétude Attracts Minority Investment from Hayfin Capital
Deal News | May 14, 2025 | Hogan Lovells
Hogan Lovells has provided legal advice to Hayfin Capital on its recent minority investment into Novétude Group, a European leader in healthcare education. This investment underscores the evolving demand within the healthcare sector for specialized training in areas such as osteopathy, physiotherapy, sports, and other paramedical fields. The legal team from Hogan Lovells was spearheaded by Ed Harris, the Global Head of Private Equity and Funds, with a robust support team, reflecting the intricate nature of this cross-border investment. This strategic partnership aims to bolster Novétude Group's capacity to address critical educational needs in the healthcare industry, which is continuously adapting to new challenges and advancements.
Sectors
- Healthcare Education
- Private Equity
Geography
- Europe – Novétude Group is a European entity specializing in healthcare education, making this investment geographically significant within the European context.
Industry
- Healthcare Education – Novétude Group specializes in healthcare education, offering programs to meet sector-specific needs such as osteopathy and physiotherapy.
- Private Equity – The investment by Hayfin Capital in Novétude Group represents a strategic move typical of private equity firms seeking growth opportunities by investing in niche sectors.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novétude Group | Target Company | Company | A European healthcare education platform specializing in areas including osteopathy and physiotherapy. |
| Hayfin Capital | Investor | Company | A private equity firm investing in Novétude Group to enhance its development in healthcare education. |
| Hogan Lovells | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal advisory services to Hayfin Capital for the minority investment in Novétude Group. |
| Ed Harris | Global Head of Private Equity and Funds | Person | Led the Hogan Lovells team advising Hayfin Capital. |
| Cees Brouwer | Partner | Person | Supported the Hogan Lovells team in the advisory process for Hayfin Capital. |
| Charlotte Monk | Senior Associate | Person | Part of the Hogan Lovells team advising on Hayfin Capital's investment. |
| Olivia Wallwork | Associate | Person | Contributed to the legal advisory team at Hogan Lovells for this deal. |
| Jeremy Pickles | Partner | Person | Assisted in the legal advisory from Hogan Lovells. |
| Natalie Psaila | Counsel | Person | Provided counsel support from Hogan Lovells for the investment. |