Working Links (Skills) Limited
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Working Links (Skills) Limited - overview
Established
2000
Location
Middlesbrough, England, UK
Primary Industry
Education/Training
About
Working Links is a UK-based organization providing accessible training courses aimed at skill enhancement across various sectors, including programming and digital marketing, catering primarily to individuals and organizations seeking professional development. Working Links was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Middlesbrough, UK. The company specializes in training and development services, focusing on bridging the skills gap in the workforce. In June 2016, AURELIUS Group acquired Working Links, although the financial terms were not disclosed.
The company has engaged in one notable deal to date, marking its evolution in the market. Working Links primarily offers a platform for free and low-cost training courses designed to enhance individual skills across various fields such as programming, cryptocurrency, e-commerce, marketing, web design, and data management. This platform is aimed at both individuals seeking professional development and organizations looking to upskill their workforce, particularly addressing the skills gap in today's job market. It caters to a diverse audience, including job seekers and professionals seeking additional qualifications, serving clients across the United Kingdom and Europe.
In the most recent financial year, Working Links reported a revenue of GBP 189,466,000. The company generates revenue through partnerships and collaborations with educational institutions, employing a subscription structure or revenue-sharing agreements to provide flexible access to training courses. Following the acquisition by AURELIUS Group in June 2016, Working Links aims to expand its product offerings and geographic reach. Plans include launching new training courses tailored to high-demand skills, although specific release dates have yet to be announced.
The company is also looking to penetrate additional markets within Europe to enhance its service availability. Recent funding will be utilized to support these initiatives, focusing on product development and market expansion.
Current Investors
Aurelius Group
Primary Industry
Education/Training
Sub Industries
Education & Training Services
Website
www.workinglinks.co.uk
Company Stage
Mature - Buyout
Total Amount Raised
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Working Links (Skills) Limited - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Sep 01, 2015 |
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Working Links (Skills) Limited - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
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| Buyout | Completed | Working Links (Skills) Limited | - |
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