Getting workers to participate.
Doing business together. Literally.
Engaging and rewarding your people in a way that goes beyond a Christmas package or bonus? Then consider employee participation. This can take the form of shares, certificates, options or a profit-sharing scheme, for example. But beware: what feels good, must also be well regulated.
We help you not only with the idea, but especially with the implementation. Fiscally, legally and administratively. So that it works for everyone – now and in the future.
Participation that works - for your company and your team.
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Design.
Start with the why.
Do you want to reward employees, retain them, get them extra involved or just get them ready to take over? The goal determines the form. We think along with you about strategy and scenarios: shares, certificates, options, or something else? And of course: for whom, for whom not – and why? -
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Tax advice.
Fiscally, there are many possibilities, but also many pitfalls. The most important thing is that you know what the fiscal consequences are. So that you can make a conscious choice and communicate clearly with your employees.
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Legal framework.
Good agreements, recorded and understood.
We provide the right legal structure: articles of association, shareholder agreements, certification structures (such as STAK) or option arrangements. All tailored to your company size, sector and future plans.
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Administratively well organized.
No beautiful arrangement without proper implementation.
We assist with implementation: from HR communication to processing in the administration, reporting and financial statements. So employees know where they stand, and so do you. No surprises later, not even in the event of a sale, outflow or takeover. -
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Rating.
When transferring shares to employees, valuation is essential. Do you give a discount? If so, this is a reward and is taxed. Do they get special shares that give them a chance for an extra large return? If so, there may be a lucrative interest and taxation is regulated differently again.
Common pitfalls.
- Regulation without strategy: form without purpose.
- Too high expectations among employees - or just too little explanation.
- Forgotten tax consequences when growing, selling or leaving.
- No legal structure or vague agreements.
- No place in financial statements or poor communication with auditor.
- Employee participation as a "box" without real involvement.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Shares give ownership as well as control. Depositary receipts often only benefit financially, through an STAK structure. We help you choose what fits.
Not if you get it right. Consider voting rights restrictions, pre-emptive rights or certification. The degree of employee participation can be arranged as desired.
No. You can choose either a select group or broader participation. The most important thing is to make it transparent and fair.
It depends on your arrangement. We provide good arrangements for exit points, valuation and transfer rules.
Contact us.
Are you looking for someone who can help you find solutions tailored to your specific situation? Please contact us. We’re here for you—every step of the way.