CQS (UK) LLP

PaymentCheck Score 2025
92Excellent
0.5vs last year
#698 in UK
#49 in Property
#332 in London

Company Information

Company Number
OC307419
Registered Address
4th Floor One Strand, London, WC2N 5HR
Status
Active
Employee Count
135
Turnover
£85,612,000
EBITDA
£33,445,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Limited liability partnership
Incorporated On
27 March 2004
Industries
Property,Infrastructure And Construction
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
12 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
93%
31-60 Days
5%
After 60 Days
2%
Not Paid Within Terms5%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2024-10-21
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 202516 Oct 20251689%7%4%11%
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202529 May 20251489%7%4%15%
01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 202429 Apr 20241690%6%4%7%
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202326 Oct 20231491%5%4%6%
01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 202228 Oct 20221788%8%4%12%
01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 202221 Apr 20221885%11%4%13%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 202126 Oct 20212084%11%5%14%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202127 Apr 20211787%9%4%11%
01 Apr 2020 - 30 Sept 202015 Oct 20201196%4%0%5%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201929 Oct 20191785%10%5%14%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

30 Days Standard Terms

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Disputes should be raised to the accounts payable team at finance@cqsm.com. Disputes are escalated appropriately, with the involvement of Legal as necessary. Any disputes that cannot be resolved are subject to a dispute resolution process as set out in the relevant contract.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

CQS (UK) LLP is a leading financial services company that offers a wide range of products and services to their clients. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various programs to reduce their environmental impact.

Their sustainability program includes initiatives such as using renewable energy, reducing waste and promoting recycling, and implementing energy-efficient practices in their offices. They have also set up a green procurement policy to ensure that their suppliers follow sustainable practices.

CQS offers a variety of financial products and services, including investment management, financial planning, and risk management solutions. They cater to both individual and institutional clients, providing tailored solutions to meet their unique needs.

The company is led by a team of experienced and highly qualified individuals, including CEO Michael Hintze, who has over 30 years of experience in the financial industry. Their team is dedicated to providing high-quality services and maintaining a strong reputation in the market.

For more information on their products, services, and sustainability initiatives, interested individuals can visit their website at www.cqs.com. The registered office address for CQS (UK) LLP is 15 Savile Row, London, W1S 3PJ, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£30,169,000
Net Worth
£22,141,000
Total Current Assets
£82,475,000
Total Current Liabilities
£64,698,000

Company Location