Employee share plans

Our experience in this field over many years means that we can ensure our clients design and implement the right share plan for their business.

We advise a number of listed companies, from FTSE 100 through to AIM and also work with limited companies of all size, from start-ups to multinationals. We have extensive experience of extending share plans into the US and Europe.

We regularly advise on the implementation of HMRC self certified and tax efficient share plans such as Enterprise Management Incentives, CSOP, Share Incentive Plans and Save As You Earn plans. In addition, we implement a range of bespoke solutions including growth share plans, deferred bonus plans, joint ownership arrangements, nil paid share plans and advise regularly on employer shareholder status.

Share plans can be a valuable tool for all employers, but we understand that different businesses may have different priorities and appetites. Our team provides clear commercial advice and works with clients to ensure that the right employee share plan is implemented in the right way.

Experience

• Advised an IT solution company on share plans for all of its UK subsidiaries, including managing the role of its French Stock Option Plan into the UK and the extension of its UK share plans into the US.
• Advised a pub company on the implementation of a new ShareSave Plan, including advising on the AGM Notice and Circular.
• Advising a manufacturer on their share plan remuneration policy and implementation and the annual operation of their share plans.