EMI/CSOP Share Option Services
Reward, Retain, and Motivate Your Team with Tax-Efficient Share Options
At Bright Beany Accounting, we know that attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for growing businesses.
Our EMI (Enterprise Management Incentive) and CSOP (Company Share Option Plan) services help you create attractive, tax-efficient share option schemes that reward your team and align their success with your company’s growth.
Get A QuoteWhat Are EMI and CSOP Schemes?
Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) and Company Share Option Plan (CSOP) are two government-backed share option schemes designed to help businesses incentivise employees with equity in a tax-efficient way.
✅ EMI is ideal for small to medium-sized businesses, offering significant tax advantages for both the company and employees.
✅ CSOP is suitable for a wider range of companies, providing a flexible way to offer share options to employees while still benefiting from tax relief.
Benefits of EMI and CSOP Schemes
✅ Attract and Retain Talent: Offer competitive incentives to keep your best people on board.
✅ Motivate Your Team: Align employees’ interests with your company’s long-term success and growth.
✅ Tax Efficiency: Significant tax relief for both the company and employees.
- EMI: No income tax or National Insurance on the grant of options; lower Capital Gains Tax on sale of shares.
- CSOP: No income tax or National Insurance if options are held for at least three years.
✅ Flexible Options: Set performance targets or vesting conditions tailored to your business goals.
✅ Boost Company Value: A motivated team can drive growth and increase company valuation.
Our EMI Scheme services include:
- Scheme Design & Consultation
We’ll help you choose the right scheme (EMI or CSOP) and design it to fit your business needs and goals. - Valuation Services
We’ll provide accurate share valuations that meet HMRC requirements to ensure compliance. - HMRC Approval & Compliance
We’ll handle the submission process and ensure your scheme is fully compliant with HMRC regulations. - Option Agreements
We’ll support with the preparation of simple option agreements and for more complicated arrangements, we will work with your legal advisors to prepare the legal documentation and terms for your employee share options. - Ongoing Support & Reporting
From annual reporting to ongoing compliance checks, we’ll be with you every step of the way.
Which Scheme is Right for You?
- EMI: Best for small to medium-sized companies with:
- Fewer than 250 employees
- Gross assets of £30 million or less
- A need to reward key employees with generous tax advantages
- CSOP: Suitable for larger or more established businesses, offering:
- Up to £60,000 in share options per employee
- A simpler structure with fewer restrictions than EMI
Not sure which one fits your business? We’ll guide you through the decision-making process.
Why Choose Bright Beany?
- Expertise and Experience: Our team of qualified accountants has extensive experience in EMI Schemes, ensuring you receive the highest level of expertise.
- Proactive Approach: We take a proactive approach to tax planning, identifying opportunities and risks early to keep your business ahead of the curve.
- Compliance Confidence: Stay confident in your compliance with ever-changing tax laws and regulations, as we keep you informed and prepared.
- Personalised Service: We understand that every business is unique, and we provide customised solutions to meet your specific tax needs.
- Cost Efficiency: Our efficient tax services help you save both time and money, allowing you to focus on growing your business.
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Let’s create a share option scheme that drives growth, loyalty, and success. Book a consultation with Bright Beany Accounting today and see how EMI or CSOP can benefit your business.
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