Fox Williams, in close collaboration with leading French firm Advant Altana, advised Sopra Steria (Euronext Paris: SOP), a major tech player in Europe, on the UK aspects of its acquisition of Aurexia, a management consulting firm specialising in financial services.
This acquisition reinforces Sopra Steria Group’s strategy to actively develop its consulting activities. The group is continuing to grow its activities in this industry and strengthening its presence within major French financial institutions.
The Fox Williams team was led by corporate partner, Richie Clark, supported by legal director Beth Silkin and associate James Coulthard while employment partner David Murphy and associate Amy Vousden advised on UK employment aspects.
Advant Altana’s multidisciplinary team was coordinated by Bruno Nogueiro (Corporate M&A partner) with Arthur Boutemy and Victoire Denis Madelin on corporate aspects, Jean Guy de Ruffray, partner, and Clémence Aladjidi on IP/IT and data aspects, as well as Marie Hindré, partner, and Delphine Laget on competition, contracts and distribution.
The deal completed on 30 April 2025.