Published on 16 September 2026
Last Updated on 22 September 2026
Which employee share scheme is right for my company?
It depends on what you are trying to achieve, the size and structure of your company, and whether you want to reward selected individuals or every employee.
- EMI — the most flexible and generous tax-advantaged option plan, for smaller independent companies.
- CSOP — the usual alternative for companies that have outgrown EMI or carry out an excluded trade.
- SIP and SAYE — all-employee plans, which must be offered to everyone.
- Growth Shares, Deferred Share Purchase Plan and Non-Tax Advantaged Options — where a tax-advantaged plan is not available, or where subsidiary company shares are needed.
- LTIP — usually for senior executives in larger or listed companies.
We can normally guide you to the front-runner very quickly. Get in touch for a free, no obligation consultation.