POELLATH advises EOS on sale of mst Group to NIIT Learning Systems Limited

Munich-based private equity firm EOS Partners (“EOS”) has sold its stake in mst Investment Holding GmbH (“mst”), a leading provider of corporate learning, to NIIT Learning Systems Limited (“NIIT”). The transaction strengthens NIIT MTS’ (Managed Training Services) competitive position in the European market and creates growth potential in the customer portfolios of both companies. The integrated company structure will operate with over 2,500 education experts and more than 700 consultants in 32 countries, drawing on a global network of over 5,500 education providers and partners.

Munich-based mst Group offers flexible, scalable, and high-quality managed learning services and solutions to serve a broad range of training needs. The company acts as a training organizer, full-service provider for internal and external training programs, and operator of a comprehensive, curated learning platform.

NIIT helps leading companies in over 30 countries redesign and further develop their learning ecosystems to sustainably increase the business value and impact of learning. The company offers end-to-end solutions, from curriculum development to implementation and administration. NIIT’s customers include well-known companies in the banking, technology, life sciences, and energy industries.

EOS is a long-term investment firm focusing on medium-sized companies in the DACH region that have unique selling points, sustainable customer relationships, and high growth potential.

POELLATH advised EOS on legal matters relating to employee incentives in connection with the sale of the mst Group with the following Munich-based team:

• Silke Simmer, LL.M. (counsel, lead, management participation, M&A/PE)
• Dr. Benedikt Hohaus (partner, co-lead, management participation, M&A/PE)