Corporate Finance Advisory in Dubai, UAE
Debt structuring, capital raising and financing solutions for businesses across the UAE and GCC.
Debt structuring, capital raising and financing solutions for businesses across the UAE and GCC.
What is Corporate Finance Advisory?
Corporate finance advisory involves helping businesses structure, arrange and access debt financing — including working capital loans, term loans, project finance, trade finance, Islamic finance and debt restructuring. Synergy Consulting provides corporate finance advisory in Dubai and across the UAE and GCC, working with UAE banks, international lenders and development finance institutions to secure competitive facilities for businesses of all sizes. The firm has advised on banking and finance transactions across the UAE and GCC since 2009.
Synergy Consulting provides corporate finance advisory in Dubai and across the UAE for businesses that need to raise, restructure or optimise debt. As financial consultants in Dubai, our team works across the full spectrum of corporate finance — from working capital and trade finance facilities to term loans, project finance and structured debt. Clients also engage us as capital raising consultants in the UAE when a transaction calls for a wider search across banks, funds and alternative lenders. Whether the requirement is a single facility or a broader financing strategy, our corporate finance consulting in Dubai approach starts with the right structure, a credible credit case, and access to our network of UAE and international banking relationships.
A well-prepared credit case is generally the difference between a facility that is approved on competitive terms and one that stalls in a lender's review. Our process is built around that principle:
Facility approval and final terms remain at each lender's discretion, subject to its own credit, KYC and risk policies.
Alongside conventional lending, we advise on Sharia-compliant structures for clients who require them. Common instruments include Murabaha (a cost-plus sale arrangement used to finance the purchase of assets or goods), Ijara (a lease-based structure typically used for asset and equipment finance), and Sukuk (asset-backed certificates used in larger structured or syndicated facilities). The appropriate structure depends on the underlying transaction, the lender's own product suite, and the client's preference between conventional and Islamic financing.
We advise SMEs, mid-market companies and larger corporates across trading, manufacturing, real estate, services and other sectors — from businesses raising their first working capital facility to established groups refinancing or restructuring existing debt. Related engagements often include financial due diligence ahead of a facility or transaction, and broader business restructuring support where leverage or performance issues need to be addressed alongside the financing itself.
Working capital and trade finance solutions help businesses maintain liquidity, fund operations and bridge cash flow gaps. Synergy arranges these facilities through local and international banks with no upfront costs. See our guide to working capital finance structures for a fuller breakdown of options and selection criteria.
POS loans allow businesses to borrow against future card sales — providing flexible, revenue-based financing without traditional collateral. Ideal for retail, hospitality and F&B businesses with consistent POS volumes. Repayment is typically structured as a fixed percentage of daily or weekly card settlements, so instalments naturally scale with turnover rather than following a fixed schedule.
A Letter of Credit is a bank-issued payment guarantee that protects both buyer and seller in international trade. Synergy advises on the full range of LC structures — from sight and usance LCs to standby and transferable instruments. Structuring the right LC type reduces payment risk for both counterparties and can be an important factor in negotiating supplier or customer terms on cross-border transactions.
Term loans and project finance for businesses looking to fund expansion, acquire assets, refinance existing debt, or invest in new infrastructure. Synergy structures the right facility and connects businesses with the appropriate lenders, matching repayment tenor to the useful life of the underlying asset or the project's expected cash generation.
Alternate finance solutions provide access to capital outside of traditional banking channels — particularly useful for businesses that may not meet conventional lending criteria or require faster, more flexible funding structures. Read more on private credit in the UAE and when it may suit a transaction better than a conventional bank facility.
Invoice finance allows businesses to unlock cash tied up in unpaid invoices — improving cash flow without waiting for customer payment terms. Synergy arranges invoice discounting and factoring facilities through UAE banks and alternative lenders. Our invoice discounting guide explains how eligibility and advance rates are typically assessed.
Corporate finance advisory covers debt and equity structuring, capital raises, refinancing, and financial strategy to optimise a company's capital structure and support growth.
Synergy Consulting advises businesses on raising debt or equity, optimising capital structure, securing banking facilities, and executing strategic transactions across the UAE and MENA.
SMEs, mid-market companies, and large corporates in any sector benefit from corporate finance advisory — especially those seeking growth capital, refinancing, or preparing for M&A.
Timelines vary considerably depending on the complexity of the transaction, the completeness of documentation, and the lender or investor's own review process. A straightforward debt facility with a well-prepared credit case generally moves faster than an equity raise or M&A mandate, which typically involves more extensive due diligence and negotiation.
To discuss your corporate finance requirements, please contact our team.