Heligan Strategic Advisory

Clarity, when it matters most

Heligan Strategic Advisory is the specialist intelligence and investigations division of Heligan Group. We support organisations, advisors and private clients operating in complex, high-risk environments - delivering intelligence, investigation and evidence-led judgment to inform critical decisions.

In the context of increasing global insecurity, businesses, financials, individuals, and governments face growing challenges in mitigating all forms of risk, requiring clear insights that shape ongoing strategy and inform decision-making processes.

The world is becoming more complex. More connected. More…

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The world is becoming more complex. More connected. More contested. For organisations, the stakes have never been higher. Regulatory pressure. Digital exposure. Global context. When deals, disputes or reputations are on the line, the quality of intelligence determines the outcome. But many organisations face a gap. Large consultancies move slowly; Heligan Strategic Advisory bridges that gap.

Through two specialist capabilities:

Heligan Risk Intelligence: intelligence-led investigations in complex environments
Heligan Strategic Insights: seeing the defence and security landscape in context

Supporting multinational companies, law firms, family offices, and organisations operating in complex environments. Because in complex situations, clarity creates advantage by turning uncertainty into decisive action, protecting businesses, safeguarding reputations, and strengthening the systems our world depends on. Intelligence that protects what matters.

Our approach

Heligan Strategic Advisory operates where clarity is required quickly and the consequences of getting it wrong are significant.

Every engagement is led by a senior practitioner who remains close to the work throughout. The Partner responsible is accountable for the outcome - ensuring that analysis is tested, assumptions are challenged, and conclusions are robust.

Our work combines investigative rigour, analytical discipline and advanced digital intelligence capability. Every output is designed to be clear, evidenced and actionable, enabling clients to make informed decisions with confidence.

We present findings directly and with context - particularly where situations are complex or evolving — so that clients understand not only what is happening, but what it means and how to respond.

Specialist capabilities

Heligan Risk Intelligence

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Complex investigations, due diligence, digital forensics and litigation support.

We deliver intelligence-led investigations across cross-border disputes, fraud, misconduct and high-risk transactions - providing the evidence and insight required when conventional approaches fall short.

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Heligan Strategic Insights

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Sector intelligence and strategic advisory across defence, security and advanced technology.

We provide independent analysis and strategic context to support decision-making in complex, fast-evolving environments where understanding the landscape is critical to outcome.

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Who we work with

Multinational organisations navigating cross-border transactions, sensitive jurisdictions and internal risk.

Law firms requiring intelligence, investigations and evidence to support litigation and disputes.

Private clients and family offices assessing counterparties, investments and emerging threats.

Financial institutions undertaking enhanced due diligence and complex risk assessment.

Sports organisations managing integrity, reputation and high-profile transactions.

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Strategic insights & analysis

Heligan Strategic Advisory produces independent intelligence and thought leadership across national security, crime prevention and public safety.

Each publication is designed to do more than inform - it is built to assess emerging risks, uncover hidden dynamics and provide a clear view of what matters next.

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Our team

Heligan Strategic Advisory brings together partners and senior practitioners from the Security Service, law enforcement, government, corporate intelligence and academia.

We combine real-world operational experience with advanced digital intelligence capability, supporting clients in complex environments including contentious disputes, reputational risk and high-stakes situations.

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We support an organisation's current litigation, transaction, risk event or investigation and evaluate what intelligence capabilities would strengthen its risk management.

Adam Irwin, Managing Partner, Heligan Strategic Advisory

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Engaging Heligan Strategic Advisory

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Initial discussion

A focused conversation to understand your situation and the clarity required.

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Scoping

We define objectives, lines of enquiry and the appropriate investigative and analytical approach.

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Proposal

A clear engagement structure outlining methodology, timelines and cost.

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Engagement

We deliver intelligence, evidence and advisory, with ongoing updates and a final, accountable conclusion.

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Part of Heligan Group

Heligan Strategic Advisory is a division of Heligan Group, a leading global investment and advisory group. Our clients benefit from Heligan's senior networks, cross-divisional knowledge, and long-term commitment to supporting organisations contributing to global safety and security.