Enterprise Management Incentives (EMI)
An EMI scheme is a type of employee share scheme commonly used by UK startups and small to mid-sized businesses. Here’s why it’s worth considering:
- Tax Advantages: EMI schemes provide significant tax benefits for both employers and employees. These advantages make EMIs the most beneficial share scheme in the UK.
- Equity for Employees: EMIs allow companies to offer equity (share options) to their employees. This fosters a sense of ownership, aligning employees’ success with the company’s growth.
- Flexibility: EMI schemes are flexible and adaptable to your business’s unique circumstances. Whether you’re a startup or an established company, EMIs can be tailored to suit your needs.
Its about retaining a great team
An EMI scheme is not just about offering shares – it’s about empowering your team, fostering loyalty, and driving growth. Let us help you navigate this exciting journey together!
We offer advice not only to you, as the business owners, but also to staff that you are looking to grant options to. Our transparent approach ensures maximum employee uptake by showing the potential benefits that participation in an EMI scheme can bring.
Our 5 step process
- Initial Consultation: We start with an initial meeting to understand your business goals, objectives, and the scope of what you want to achieve with an EMI scheme.
- Term Sheet Agreement: Once we’ve discussed the details, we work together to create a Term Sheet that outlines the key terms and conditions of the scheme.
- Robust Valuation: Our team provides a thorough valuation of your company, to ensure there are no surprises later down the line. This valuation is prepared in line with HMRC best practice and is submitted to HMRC for agreement.
- Paperwork Preparation: We handle all the necessary paperwork, including drafting the legal documentation required for implementing the EMI scheme. While we have an excellent relationship with a legal specialist in this area, we can collaborate with your preferred solicitors if needed.
- Implementation: With the Term Sheet agreed upon and the valuation completed, we guide you through the implementation process step by step.
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