Acquisition gives Talos360 strategic layer and international reach
Cheshire-based HR software business Talos360 has acquired performance management platform Appraisd.
The acquisition, funded by private equity backer LDC, which first invested in 2022, adds features and services to the Talos360 applicant tracking system.
Tagged as a buy, build and integrate growth initiative, Appraisd was founded in 2012 and operates across over 65 countries with 210 clients.
In particular, the deal opens up the USA, Singapore, South Africa, UAE, Australia, and Canada, alongside its established presence in Europe.
“This is a pivotal moment for our business,” said Janette Martin, CEO at Talos360. “We’re passionate about developing proprietary award-winning talent technology for our clients, and now, in 2025, we’re delighted to welcome Appraisd as a key highlight of our Talent Operating System.”
Martin, who won CEO of the year at the 2023 Business of the Year Awards, said: “Talos360 customers can now access even more innovative talent technology to develop their people, helping HR, leadership and management teams to achieve the best results for their business. This move reinforces our commitment to creating a seamless, data-driven employee journey, from hire to retire and reflects our ambitions to continually solve the challenges faced by HR professionals to optimise workforce management.”
London-based Appraisd was founded by Roly Walter, who will join Talos360.
He added: “As a people-first business, it was important that Appraisd found the right home, within the right team and culture. With a great blend of product fit and company values I’m excited to see what the future holds for Appraisd within the Talos360 product family, and the ambitious growth strategy ahead.”
John Clarke, partner at LDC, added, “This acquisition represents a key milestone for Talos360, as it expands and diversifies its product portfolio. Appraisd is a fantastic strategic fit which has enjoyed strong growth historically and we are looking forward to supporting the Talos360 management team in integrating Appraisd into its business.”
Debt funding for the acquisition was provided by DunPort Capital Management.
Talos360 was advised by Fellwood Advisory (debt), Hill Dickinson (legal), RSM (corporate finance) and K3 Advantage (due diligence).
Appraisd was advised by Barnsgate Solutions, GrowBe and Debenhams Ottaway.
