Buy-Side M&A
End-to-end buy-side advisory covering acquisition strategy, target sourcing, outreach, valuation, diligence, negotiation support, transaction documentation assistance, and closing readiness for enterprises pursuing inorganic growth.
Understand how a merger and acquisition advisory agreement should define scope, fees, confidentiality, timelines, and execution support. Transjovan Capital helps enterprises structure buy-side mandates with clarity around target sourcing, diligence coordination, negotiation support, and post-signing responsibilities so leadership teams can move forward with confidence on complex domestic and cross-border transactions.
Structured advisory support covering mandate design, execution, diligence, negotiation, and integration planning for complex transactions.
End-to-end buy-side advisory covering acquisition strategy, target sourcing, outreach, valuation, diligence, negotiation support, transaction documentation assistance, and closing readiness for enterprises pursuing inorganic growth.
Advisory support for international acquisitions, helping clients evaluate overseas targets, manage multi-jurisdiction coordination, and navigate cross-border transaction complexity with experienced deal leadership.
Pre-close planning focused on operational continuity from the first day after acquisition, aligning teams, priorities, governance, and execution responsibilities before the deal is completed.
Post-merger integration and synergy management support with workstream oversight, reporting dashboards, and structured governance to help capture value after signing and closing.
Ongoing corporate development support for multi-deal pipelines, portfolio reviews, joint venture evaluations, and integration planning across broader strategic growth initiatives.
Independent strategic and M&A advisory for acquisitive enterprises needing embedded support across buy-side transactions, divestitures, board priorities, and long-term growth planning.
A well-drafted merger and acquisition advisory agreement sets expectations before execution begins. It should clearly define the mandate scope, fee mechanics, confidentiality obligations, target coverage, diligence support, negotiation involvement, and post-signing responsibilities. For enterprises pursuing strategic acquisitions, especially cross-border opportunities, this clarity reduces execution risk, aligns internal stakeholders, and creates a stronger foundation for disciplined dealmaking.
Clients rely on experienced, partner-led guidance for high-stakes strategic transactions.
Senior partners stay involved throughout mandate design, execution, and negotiation support.
Advisory coverage spans the US, Europe, India, and APAC for international deal execution.
The team brings ex-Big-4, CXO, board, and sector leadership experience.
Engagements emphasize synergy capture and strategic outcomes, not just transaction volume.
Experienced leaders guiding complex strategic transactions.
Managing Partner
Gaurav Asthana is the Managing Partner at Transjovan Capital and brings more than 21 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions and private equity. An ex-Ernst & Young and KPMG professional, he is widely recognized for cross-border M&A execution across four continents. He has advised Fortune 500 corporations, large conglomerates, and private equity funds on cumulative transactions worth USD 15 billion. His experience includes retained buy-side mandates for globally recognized enterprises such as Blackstone, Mahindra, Legrand, Altana, Sumitomo, and Cummins. Under his leadership, the firm earned recognition as the Best M&A Advisory Firm in India. He also serves in prominent industry bodies including the Indo-American, Indo-French, and Indo-German Chambers of Commerce, reflecting his strong global business network.
Head - Consumer
Deoki Muchhal is a strategist and advisor with extensive leadership experience across large multinational organizations. Having served as MD and CFO at Cargill India, he has led acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and technology transformation initiatives designed to unlock long-term enterprise value. His background includes board-level exposure, corporate restructuring, turnaround strategy, and successful merger integration. Deoki brings a practical operator's perspective to strategic advisory, helping clients align financial, operational, and transformation priorities. He also has a strong interest in ventures that improve competitiveness through digital technologies. A meritorious Chartered Accountant and alumnus of a Fortune 50 high-performance leadership academy, he adds seasoned financial and strategic judgment to complex growth and transaction mandates.
Head – Financial Services
Rajesh Relan brings 37 years of experience, including 25 years in senior leadership roles across the insurance industry in India and the Asia Pacific region. He previously served as Managing Director of PNB MetLife India Insurance and has deep expertise in strategy, governance, financial planning, business transformation, and M&A. His career includes launching and scaling businesses, leading turnarounds, and executing acquisitions, including the purchase of an insurance broking company. Rajesh also serves as an independent director on boards of publicly listed companies, including Singer India Ltd. and Jaykay Enterprises. His involvement with industry bodies such as CII, FICCI, Amcham, and USIBC reflects broad market engagement. He contributes seasoned boardroom insight to strategic growth and transaction advisory assignments.
Head – IT Services
Anuraag Guptaa has 27 years of experience in IT services spanning BFSI, consulting, professional services, and BPO. He has held CEO and board-level roles at organizations including First Meridian, Quess Corp, Capgemini, and Gulf Bank. At Quess Corp, he helped build India's largest technology staffing firm, culminating in a 2016 IPO at a valuation of USD 2 billion. His strengths include operational transformation, P&L leadership, greenfield venture incubation, organizational restructuring, and navigating complex M&A environments. Anuraag also mentors and invests in niche startups, bringing a growth-oriented perspective to advisory work. He is an alumnus of Harvard Business School and holds an MBA from LSE, NYU Stern, and HEC Paris, along with Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification from GE.
Senior Advisor
Chetan Tolia brings more than 30 years of leadership experience across major industrial organizations. He has served as a director on the boards of 10 Tata companies and was CEO and Executive Director of WREPL, a Tata Power company in the renewables business. His background also includes serving as Chief HR Officer of Tata Power, CEO of Tata BlueScope Steel Limited, and head of Strategy & Planning at Tata Steel. He played a key role in forming the BlueScope Steel and Tata Steel joint venture and in shaping growth strategy for large industrial businesses. With deep exposure to strategy, joint ventures, board governance, and industrial operations, Chetan adds valuable manufacturing and infrastructure insight to enterprise advisory engagements.
Senior Advisor
A buy-side mandate fee structure typically includes a retainer, a success fee, or a combination of both. The retainer covers ongoing advisory work such as strategy, target sourcing, outreach, and coordination, while the success fee is usually linked to transaction completion and often calculated as a percentage of deal value. Agreements should also clarify treatment of expenses, exclusivity, and milestone-based payments.
Speak with our advisors about mandate terms and transaction support.
Recognized in India for 2024 excellence.
Connected to global entrepreneurial networks.
Active across leading international chambers.
Share your acquisition objectives and current mandate questions. Our team will help you understand scope, fee structures, and the right advisory framework for your transaction.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 1800 102 5700. You can also send us a quick email at info@transjovancap.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 1800 102 5700. You can also send us a quick email at info@transjovancap.com.