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We deliver simplified employee centric share plans to participants in 170 countries and counting, so you can be confident we’ll deliver a streamlined and compliant solution wherever your employees are in the world. Explore our solutions below.

Employee share purchase plans (ESPP)
Employee share purchase plans (ESPP)Stock optionsStock appreciation rightsDeferred/restricted share awardsPerformance-based awards
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Employee share purchase plans (ESPP)

Allow employees to purchase a share of their company.

  • ESPP (global)
    ESPP (global)
  • Canadian employee stock purchase plan
  • UK share incentive plan (SIP)
  • US qualified employee stock purchase plan (US 423b)
  • Irish save as you earn (Irish SAYE)
  • Irish approved share purchase plan (APSS)
  • Australian tax exempt/deferred plans
  • New Zealand tax exempt plans
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Stock options

Right to purchase company shares at a set price, often contingent on performance or tenure.

  • Employee stock options
  • US incentive stock options (ISO)
  • Canadian stock options
  • UK company share options plan (CSOP) 
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Stock appreciation rights

Tracks the underlying value of share appreciation, without requiring ownership.

  • Stock appreciation rights (SAR)
  • Notional cash
  • Phantom plans
  • Fund incentive plans
    Fund incentive plans
  • Australian rights
  • Australian indeterminate rights 
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Deferred/restricted share awards

Shares granted now but delivered in the future.

  • Deferred shares/stock (RSU)
  • Restricted shares/stock (RSA) 
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Performance-based awards

Shares granted based on achieving specific company or individual performance targets. Vesting depends on meeting these criteria.

  • Performance shares (PSU) 
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Innovative solutions for you and your organisation

We manage employee equity plans globally, leveraging over 30 years of experience and expertise in the industry. Our intuitive technology simplifies plan management for administrators and makes it easy for the entire workforce to engage with their holdings.

$5.25.2M

plan participants

170170

countries

1,0001,000+

equity experts

500500+

Support agents around the globe

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Equity plans for an international workforce, simplified

Employee equity plans for international companies can be complex – different regions have varying compliance, tax and reporting requirements. We have the skills and experience to help you deliver employee equity plans that align your employees to the success of your business, attracting, retaining and motivating your talent. In addition, we keep you compliant, protect your assets, and make it easy for you to achieve your objectives.

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Real-time trading in any currency

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All major stock exchanges

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Global and country specific plans

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Compliance, tax, and reporting

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Corporate actions, dividends, and proxy

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Nominee, custody, and funding solutions

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Tax withholding and mobility tracking

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Share transfer and registration

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Contact centre and online HelpChat

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100+ languages supported

The Computershare difference

We know the success of your employee share plan is a key priority and you need a partner who understands your objectives and can deliver a share plan that aligns to your goals.

Centralised employee share plan administration

EquatePlus simplifies global management of employee share plans, delivering greater efficiency and a more streamlined experience.

Improved transparency

EquatePlus offers greater transparency in compensation processes and a clear view of portfolio values and performance data with access to historical transactions and documents for a comprehensive view helping clients and participants make better decisions.

Increased efficiency

EquatePlus provides automated features and functionality that minimise manual effort and reduce operational workload, while ensuring strong compliance.

Mobile app

EquatePlus is available on smartphones via EquateMobile allowing participants to access and manage their holdings on the go.

Meet EquatePlus, your intuitive employee share plan platform

Put the power of intuitive technologies in your hands. Now you can manage all your plans from one place with ease.

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“You can be sure that with our dedicated focus on employee equity plans globally, our solutions align with your organisational goals and success, allowing you to offer a competitive benefit to attract, retain and engage top talent.”

Zackary Crumpton

Head of Relationship Management, North America

“With our global reach, you can be confident that we provide best-in-class solutions that are compliant with local regulations and tailored to the specific cultural and business practices of each region.”

Elsa Du

Business Development, APAC

“We believe great employee share plans start with understanding what matters most to you. That’s why we take the time to dive into the details, ask questions, and really listen—so we can create a solution that works for your business and your people.”

Iraj Khan

Director, EMEA Employee Share Plan Operations

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Employee engagement

Boost participation, interaction and enhance the employee share ownership experience.

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