• We offer specialised expertise in employee incentive schemes, providing comprehensive advice to businesses looking to attract, retain, and motivate top talent in the competitive UAE market. The firm's dedicated team assists clients in designing and implementing a wide range of incentive programs tailored to their specific needs and industry requirements. Our expertise covers various types of incentives, including share option schemes, long-term incentive plans (LTIPs), phantom share schemes, and performance-based bonus structures. Our team provides strategic guidance on tax implications, vesting schedules, and performance metrics, helping clients create incentive programs that align with their business objectives and corporate culture. We also assist in drafting all necessary documentation, from plan rules to award agreements, and advise on the communication of these schemes to employees.

    • Advising on incentive planning options for a Nigerian insurance broker.
    • Advising on incentive planning options for an alternative investments management company.
    • Advising a multinational real estate development company in Dubai on the drafting of complex, highly valuable employee loyalty incentive plan for long term employees.
    • Advising a technology company on resolving compliance issues regarding employee registrations and pension contributions in the UAE.
    • Advised a prominent hospitality group in the UAE on restructuring employee commission and incentive schemes. Developed a performance-based phantom share plan for renowned chefs for opening new restaurants, alongside commission and profit-sharing arrangements for key management to stimulate company growth.