Capital Structuring

Investment Holding Platforms

We design and advise on multi-entity holding structures and SPV architectures — built for institutional efficiency, cross-border reach and long-term governance clarity.

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Advisory Scope

  • Multi-entity holding structure design
  • SPV formation and governance setup
  • Jurisdiction selection & tax efficiency mapping
  • Intercompany agreement frameworks
  • Regulatory compliance across UAE, UK, EU, US
  • Ongoing governance & oversight support
What We Deliver

Our Advisory Services

Multi-Layer Architecture

We model holding structures across multiple layers — TopCo, MidCo and OpCo levels — aligned to your investor base, jurisdictional requirements and exit strategy.

SPV Design & Purpose

Special Purpose Vehicles structured for asset ring-fencing, project finance, co-investment or regulatory isolation — with clear governance, reporting and wind-down provisions.

Cross-Border Jurisdiction Selection

Advisory on optimal jurisdictions across ADGM, DIFC, BVI, Cayman, Luxembourg, UK and US — balancing tax treaties, substance requirements and investor expectations.

Intercompany Documentation

Loan agreements, service agreements, IP licensing and management fee structures — all documented with audit-trail clarity and transfer pricing alignment.

Regulatory & Compliance Mapping

We map your structure against AML, CRS/FATCA, economic substance and beneficial ownership disclosure requirements across all relevant jurisdictions.

Ongoing Governance Oversight

Board meeting cadence, resolution management, annual compliance calendar and reporting rhythm — maintained to ensure your structure stays legally sound over time.

Our Approach

Built for Real Outcomes

The right holding architecture protects assets, minimises friction across jurisdictions and enables capital to flow where it creates most value. Most structures fail not due to bad investments — but poor design.

Every structure we advise on begins with a mandate document: who are the beneficiaries, what jurisdictions are in scope, what are the capital flows, and what is the five-year horizon? Only then do we design.

Jurisdictions We Cover

  • UAE — ADGM, DIFC, Mainland, RAK ICC, Ajman Free Zone
  • United Kingdom — England & Wales
  • European Union — Luxembourg, Netherlands, Ireland, Cyprus
  • United States — Delaware, Wyoming, New York
  • Offshore — BVI, Cayman Islands, Mauritius, Jersey

Typical Engagement Triggers

  • Family office or UHNWI wealth structuring
  • PE/VC fund setup or restructuring
  • Real estate investment platform across borders
  • Operating group consolidation under a holdco
  • Joint venture or co-investment platform
  • Pre-exit restructuring ahead of M&A

What We Deliver

  • Structure blueprint & rationale memorandum
  • Jurisdiction comparison matrix
  • Intercompany agreement templates
  • Regulatory compliance checklist
  • Implementation roadmap with timelines
12+
Jurisdictions covered across 4 continents
UAE
Dual capability: ADGM & DIFC advisory
SPV
Purpose-built vehicles for every mandate
100%
Advisory-only — no execution conflicts
Process

How We Work

01

Mandate Review

We document your objectives, beneficiaries, jurisdictions and capital flow requirements.

02

Structure Design

We draft a multi-option structure blueprint with jurisdiction rationale and governance model.

03

Compliance Mapping

Each option is assessed against AML, substance, CRS/FATCA and local regulatory requirements.

04

Implementation Support

We coordinate with legal, tax and registered agent teams to bring the structure into existence.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked

A holding company owns and controls subsidiaries on an ongoing basis. An SPV is created for a specific, time-bound purpose — a project, deal or asset — and is typically wound down once that purpose is complete. Both serve different governance and liability purposes.
GACM is a pure advisory firm. We do not provide legal or tax advice directly, but we design the structure and coordinate with your legal and tax counsel — or introduce you to our trusted network of specialists in each jurisdiction.
For most MENA-based investors with international ambitions, ADGM or DIFC in the UAE combined with a BVI or Cayman SPV for offshore assets provides excellent flexibility. For EU-connected investments, Luxembourg remains the preferred choice.

Ready to Design Your Holding Structure?

Schedule a confidential consultation with our Capital Structuring team. We work across UAE, UK, EU and US jurisdictions.

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