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

  1. ESOP scheme design and advisory
  2. Valuation for exercise price determination
  3. Scheme document and grant letter drafting
  4. Board and shareholder approval
  5. ROC filing (MGT-14, PAS-3)
  6. Grant management and exercise support