Cortus Advisory Group secures £500,000 funding from River Capital

Cortus Advisory Group has secured a £500,000 funding package from River Capital through the North West Business Growth Loan Fund. The investment is intended to support the M&A advisory firm’s next growth phase, including senior recruitment and the expansion of its service offerings, particularly for private equity clients utilizing buy-and-build strategies.

Founded in 2020 by CEO Nicola Merritt, Cortus has expanded to six offices across Manchester, Preston, Leeds, Nottingham, Birmingham, and London. The firm plans to use the capital to invest in AI and automation to enhance productivity and client insights. Cortus, which achieved B Corp certification in 2025, has completed over 250 transactions with an aggregate value exceeding £2bn.