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Remote Equity

Manage locally compliant equity across your global footprint

Plan, administer and grow your Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) wherever you hire, with less complexity, lower cost and reduced risk.

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Manage equity across borders

Whether you grant share options, RSUs or phantom shares, Equity Management helps you monitor and interpret your equity compensation programme for EOR employees

Experience a dedicated equity compensation platform

Remote equity management provides a one-stop shop for all your equity compensation data in an easy-to-navigate platform.

Keep EOR employees up to date

Tools that help your team understand what their equity represents — and how to use it.

Manage taxable events with ease

Built-in workflows simplify processes around taxable events and keep everyone compliant.

Sync directly with your cap table

Find out how to remain compliant and avoid fees & penalties

Keep your EOR equity data consolidated in one place

Keeping your EOR equity data up to date has never been easier

  • Administer equity grants of any type — from share options to RSUs and beyond
  • Store each grantee's data in a single central repository
  • Provide a consistent experience for every EOR employee
  • Create an equity plan that scales with your business
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Build a more informed equity programme

When employees understand their equity, they treat it as a benefit. That’s where we come in

  • Give each EOR team member a portal to learn about their equity and what it means for them
  • Access clear, country-specific equity guidance at your fingertips
  • Stay informed about how local equity rules vary between countries
  • Help your team grasp the real value of their equity
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Remove confusion around equity compliance

Gain clarity on your equity tax and compliance concerns

  • Access the tools you need to manage your equity programme efficiently
  • Stay updated with the latest global equity and taxation law changes
  • Receive alerts for upcoming taxable events
  • Get clear, prompt answers to even the most complex questions
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Connect to your cap table

Stay synchronised with

  • See a breakdown of the best ways to offer equity by locality
  • Learn about taxation related to your equity programme
  • Steer clear of costly fees and penalties
  • Build global compliance into your equity programme
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What our customers say

Join the customers who rely on Remote to transform their business.

Semrush

“We see Remote as a leading and trusted partner in this space. The expert support they provide in local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has streamlined our processes and created more opportunities for growth and success on a global scale.”

Maria Shkaruppa
Maria ShkaruppaSenior Global Mobility and Remote Hiring Manager
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Fountain

“If we had to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote not only eliminates that financial strain but also takes the operational burden off our plate, allowing us to focus on growing our business with confidence and efficiency.”

Luke McKinlay
Luke McKinlayVP of Finance
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Reverse Tech

“Our payroll runs monthly, twice monthly and hourly across multiple currencies worldwide, and our finance manager has visibility of everything from a single platform. Remote made that possible.”

Marisol Jiménez
Marisol JiménezHead of People
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HomeProject

“We work with 460+ Contractors globally. I’d need to employ 5 or 6 people full time to keep on top of compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has definitely been a time and money saver for us.”

Erik Sveen
Erik SveenFounder and CEO of HomeProject
Read customer story
Semrush

“We see Remote as a leading and trusted partner in this space. The expert support they provide in local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has streamlined our processes and created more opportunities for growth and success on a global scale.”

Maria Shkaruppa
Maria ShkaruppaSenior Global Mobility and Remote Hiring Manager
Read customer story
Fountain

“If we had to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote not only eliminates that financial strain but also takes the operational burden off our plate, allowing us to focus on growing our business with confidence and efficiency.”

Luke McKinlay
Luke McKinlayVP of Finance
Read customer story
Reverse Tech

“Our payroll runs monthly, twice monthly and hourly across multiple currencies worldwide, and our finance manager has visibility of everything from a single platform. Remote made that possible.”

Marisol Jiménez
Marisol JiménezHead of People
Read customer story
HomeProject

“We work with 460+ Contractors globally. I’d need to employ 5 or 6 people full time to keep on top of compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has definitely been a time and money saver for us.”

Erik Sveen
Erik SveenFounder and CEO of HomeProject
Read customer story
Semrush

“We see Remote as a leading and trusted partner in this space. The expert support they provide in local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has streamlined our processes and created more opportunities for growth and success on a global scale.”

Maria Shkaruppa
Maria ShkaruppaSenior Global Mobility and Remote Hiring Manager
Read customer story
Fountain

“If we had to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote not only eliminates that financial strain but also takes the operational burden off our plate, allowing us to focus on growing our business with confidence and efficiency.”

Luke McKinlay
Luke McKinlayVP of Finance
Read customer story
Reverse Tech

“Our payroll runs monthly, twice monthly and hourly across multiple currencies worldwide, and our finance manager has visibility of everything from a single platform. Remote made that possible.”

Marisol Jiménez
Marisol JiménezHead of People
Read customer story
HomeProject

“We work with 460+ Contractors globally. I’d need to employ 5 or 6 people full time to keep on top of compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has definitely been a time and money saver for us.”

Erik Sveen
Erik SveenFounder and CEO of HomeProject
Read customer story

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  • Clear and dependable equity processes

  • Assistance with tax handling and reporting obligations

  • Easy-to-understand equity guidance available on demand

  • Legal documentation that’s fully compliant for your global team

  • In-depth insights into your equity program

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Frequently asked questions

An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a programme that gives employees an ownership stake in the company, usually via the distribution of share options. It’s used by businesses to incentivise employees, align interests with company performance and provide a financial benefit tied to the company’s success.

To grant share options to international employees, you must take into account local employment laws, tax rules and currency exchange considerations for each country where the employee is located. Working with a global payroll and compliance provider such as Remote can help ensure you meet local legal obligations while administering the ESOP

Tax treatment of share options for international employees varies by country. Some jurisdictions tax options on grant, vesting or exercise, while others tax only when shares are sold. Always consult local tax advisers to handle the complexities of cross-border taxation.

Yes — international employees can take part in an ESOP, but the plan’s structure and execution can vary by local regulations and employment laws. Certain countries have specific rules on employee ownership, so adapt the plan to remain compliant.

Running an ESOP for international employees is complex because regulations, tax rules and administrative requirements differ between countries. Key challenges include meeting local compliance, producing accurate financial reports and managing currency differences. Partnering with an experienced global provider can simplify the process.

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