29 Oct 2025

"Clifford Chance Advises Cinven on Acquisition of Universidad Alfonso X El Sabio Group"

"Clifford Chance is advising Cinven on acquiring a majority stake in Universidad Alfonso X El Sabio Group (UAX) from CVC Funds. Cinven will partner with UAX's founder, Jesús Núñez, and Mubadala Investment Company, with the management team also reinvesting in the group. UAX is a prominent education institution in Spain, recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and career-oriented education. The transaction involves a multidisciplinary team from Clifford Chance's Madrid office, ensuring comprehensive support across various legal areas."

**Law Firms Involved in the Transaction:** Clifford Chance advised Cinven on the acquisition of a majority stake in Universidad Alfonso X El Sabio Group (UAX) from CVC Funds. **Transaction Overview:** Cinven has agreed to partner with UAX's founder, Jesús Núñez, and Mubadala Investment Company, with the management team also reinvesting in UAX. UAX is recognized as a leading education group in Spain, known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and practical, career-oriented education. **Legal Team:** The transaction was led by partner Samir Azzouzi, supported by senior associates Pablo Hernández, Patricia Puertas, and Iñigo Navarrete, as well as associates Enrique Fanego and María Rodrigo, all from the Private Capital / M&A team in the Madrid office. Additionally, the multidisciplinary team included specialists from various practice areas: Carme Briera (regulatory), Gabriel Cabello (real estate), Begoña Barrantes and Paula Valenciano (competition), and Jorge Martín-Fernández (employment).
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