About
Ad Astra Corporate Advisory is a boutique corporate advisory business that has spun-out of Investec’s Corporate Advisory business in Australia. Ad Astra and its predecessor businesses have operated in Australia for over 20 years, and has its origins from Wentworth Associates, a corporate advisory boutique which was acquired by Investec in 2001.
Our name comes from a Latin phrase meaning “through difficulties to the stars” and is symbolic of our journey with clients, navigating challenges to achieve their objectives. Every deal, every matter throws up challenges and the unexpected – we help guide our clients through those problems to reach their full potential.
Ad Astra continues as an affiliate of Investec with access to their global network and operates as their local partner on engagements in Australia and New Zealand.
Values
Ideas
Bringing a fresh perspective and creativity in everything we do, leveraging our network and deep sector knowledge
Independence
Providing unconflicted and unbiased perspectives, to find the best solution for our clients
Strategy
Adding value to how our clients assess their options and think about strategic choices both over the immediate and long term
Execution
Delivering exceptional and highly creative outcomes for our clients
Discretion
Conducting ourselves quietly and confidentially, always prioritising our client’s interests.
What sets us apart
Investec Heritage, Global Rolodex
Spun out of Investec’s local advisory arm, Ad Astra keeps warm access to that international investor base while operating as a nimble boutique. Analysts pitch mid‑market Aussie assets to offshore strategics, gaining cross‑border experience without big‑bank bureaucracy.
Hands‑On Mid‑Cap Transactions
Typical mandates fall in the A$10‑150 m range, so juniors follow a deal end‑to‑end—from building the first teaser to sitting in closing calls. Lean staffing means your work isn’t sliced into tiny components; one analyst might run the valuation, data‑room tracking and first‑draft IM.
Partner‑Level Coaching
Ex‑bulge MDs sit a few desks away, red‑line your models and pull you into client meetings. That proximity accelerates technical learning and gives early exposure to C‑suite negotiations.
