Advisory & Growth
ESOP Structuring & Advisory
Design and implement Employee Stock Option Plans — scheme drafting, valuation, board approvals, grant letters and compliance.
Overview
ESOPs are a powerful tool for startups to attract and retain talent. We help design, structure and implement ESOP schemes with proper legal documentation, valuation and compliance framework.
Key Benefits
- Attract and retain top talent without cash outflow
- Tax-efficient compensation structure
- Proper scheme drafting per Companies Act
- Valuation support for exercise price
- ESOP pool planning before fundraising
Documents Required
- Current share capital and cap table
- Proposed ESOP pool size
- Vesting schedule preferences
- Employee eligibility criteria
- Valuation report
Process
- ESOP scheme design and advisory
- Valuation for exercise price determination
- Scheme document and grant letter drafting
- Board and shareholder approval
- ROC filing (MGT-14, PAS-3)
- Grant management and exercise support
Timeline
Scheme setup typically 2–4 weeks. Ongoing management as needed.
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