Shahbaz Qasim to Lead Rothschild & Co’s New Manchester Advisory Team
Advisor - People | May 06, 2025 | Arrowpoint
Rothschild & Co has appointed Shahbaz Qasim to lead a newly established Arrowpoint Advisory team in Manchester, aimed at serving the North West's mid-market sector. Previously with PwC, Qasim brings extensive experience in technology advisory to his role. As a key component of Rothschild & Co's Global Advisory business, Arrowpoint Advisory focuses on M&A, Debt Advisory, and Management Advisory, offering clients unparalleled access to strategic buyers via the firm's global network. This move into Manchester aligns with Rothschild & Co's ongoing commitment to serve mid-market businesses across the UK. Richard Fetterman, Managing Director of Arrowpoint Advisory, emphasized the firm's global reach and sector insights as unique advantages for North West entrepreneurs, investors, and lenders. Andrew Thomas, Chairman of Rothschild & Co's Regional UK business, highlighted the expansion as a natural progression in supporting the vibrant business ecosystem in Manchester and the North West.
Sectors
- Financial Services
- Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
- Technology
Geography
- United Kingdom – Rothschild & Co's Arrowpoint Advisory team is expanding operations specifically within the UK.
- North West England – The new team led by Shahbaz Qasim is based in Manchester, aiming to serve the North West's mid-market business sector.
Industry
- Financial Services – The article discusses the expansion of advisory services by Rothschild & Co, a key player in financial services.
- Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) – The focus of Arrowpoint Advisory within Rothschild & Co is on providing M&A, Debt Advisory, and Management Advisory services.
- Technology – The new lead, Shahbaz Qasim, has an extensive background in advising technology companies, highlighting the relevance of the tech industry.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rothschild & Co | Parent Company | Company | A global financial services company investing in expanding its mid-market advisory services. |
| Arrowpoint Advisory | Advisory Team | Company | A dedicated mid-market advisory team within Rothschild & Co's Global Advisory business. |
| Shahbaz Qasim | New Leader of Arrowpoint Advisory in Manchester | Person | Recently recruited to lead the Arrowpoint Advisory team in Manchester with a strong background in corporate finance advisory. |
| PwC | Former Employer | Company | Shahbaz Qasim's previous employer, where he gained extensive experience in corporate finance advisory. |
| Richard Fetterman | Managing Director of Arrowpoint Advisory | Person | Oversees Arrowpoint Advisory operations and supports its expansion strategy. |
| Andrew Thomas | Chairman of Rothschild & Co's Regional UK Business | Person | Oversees regional UK operations and supports the new team in Manchester. |