Employee stock and share plans are a core element in employee and executive compensation packages, helping to recruit, retain and reward key personnel. A globally-administered plan can also provide a competitive remuneration solution for newer companies seeking to recruit in the international talent pool.

We administer and manage a diverse range of employee stock and share-related plans, including options, stock purchase, restricted and performance shares, joint ownership plans and stock appreciation rights. Whether you are a private or listed company, a multi-national or based in a single jurisdiction, we can help to set up and administer your plan, including establishing an employee benefit trust (EBT), if applicable, to facilitate the purchase and holding of shares outside the company.

How we can help:

• Trustee services for both onshore (UK) and offshore trusts, and provision of directors of offshore companies
• Plan administration and record-keeping (stand-alone or with trust services)
• Banking and treasury services¹
• Employee nominee facility
• Warehouse for unlisted shares
• Brokerage, custody and banking¹
• Online services through RBC cees Online

¹ These services are provided by Royal Bank of Canada subsidiaries other than RBC cees.