The Share Option Agreement serves as a critical instrument for companies operating under Belgian law to provide equity-based incentives to their employees, executives, or other eligible individuals. This document is particularly important given Belgium's specific tax regime for stock options, which offers potential tax advantages when structured correctly. The agreement is typically used as part of compensation packages to attract and retain talent, align interests with shareholders, and provide long-term incentives. It must comply with Belgian corporate law, tax regulations (especially the Law of 26 March 1999), and employment legislation. The document details the option grant, exercise conditions, vesting schedule, and addresses crucial aspects such as termination scenarios, transferability restrictions, and tax implications specific to the Belgian jurisdiction.
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1. Parties: Identification of the company granting the options and the option holder
2. Background: Context of the option grant, relationship between parties, and company details
3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Grant of Options: Details of the options being granted, including number of shares, grant date, and exercise price
5. Vesting Schedule: Timeline and conditions for when options become exercisable
6. Exercise Period: Timeframe during which options can be exercised and process for exercise
7. Exercise Price: Detailed provisions regarding the price at which options can be exercised
8. Tax Provisions: Specific provisions addressing Belgian tax implications and responsibilities
9. Termination Provisions: Consequences of termination of employment/relationship on options
10. Transferability Restrictions: Limitations on transfer or assignment of options
11. Company's Rights and Obligations: Company's commitments and rights regarding the option grant
12. Option Holder's Representations: Confirmations and warranties from the option holder
13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of Belgian law application and jurisdiction
1. Change of Control Provisions: Provisions addressing what happens to options in case of company sale or merger - include for companies considering future M&A
2. Bad Leaver Provisions: Specific consequences for option holders leaving under negative circumstances - include for senior executives
3. Good Leaver Provisions: Provisions for treatment of options when leaving under acceptable circumstances - include for senior executives
4. Market Standoff Agreement: Restrictions on sale during IPO or other market events - include for pre-IPO companies
5. Shareholding Requirements: Minimum shareholding requirements post-exercise - include for senior management
6. Clawback Provisions: Right to reclaim benefits in certain circumstances - include for regulated industries or senior executives
7. Data Protection Clause: GDPR compliance provisions - include if personal data processing is extensive
1. Option Certificate: Formal certificate detailing the option grant
2. Exercise Notice: Template form for exercising options
3. Vesting Schedule Details: Detailed breakdown of vesting dates and conditions
4. Articles of Association Excerpts: Relevant sections of company's articles affecting options
5. Tax Summary: Summary of relevant Belgian tax implications and calculations
6. Shareholders' Agreement Deed of Adherence: Form for adherence to shareholders' agreement upon exercise
7. Company Valuation Methodology: Agreed method for determining share value for private companies
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