The acquisitions see Hawksford increase its geographical footprint and services, moving into Mauritius and Ireland for the first time.

The deals are part of a series of planned acquisitions with the backing of private equity from STAR Capital, driving further growth in new and existing markets.

 Pearse Trust is a privately-owned company specialising in corporate and trust structuring space, serving an international client base of banks, accounting and legal firms, and public and private sector organisations.