The transfer of shares and participations can lead to significant changes in the management and ownership of a company. This process becomes particularly sensitive when accompanied by changes in corporate leadership, such as the replacement of key directors or executives.
The transfer of shares or participations occurs when one or more shareholders decide to sell their portion of the share capital to new investors, other shareholders, or third parties.
This operation can be driven by various factors, including:
• The need for new investments
• Ownership reorganization
• Generational transitions
Such operations often result in changes to the structure of the share capital, impacting ownership composition and, in many cases, corporate governance. Frequently, the transfer of shares or participations involves changes in the company’s leadership, whether it concerns new directors or a broader governance restructuring to implement new strategies.
At PAGE, we provide comprehensive assistance throughout these operations, ensuring the smooth and compliant transition of ownership and governance under UK regulations.
We support you at every stage:
• Drafting or reviewing share transfer agreements to ensure the terms are clear, legal, and aligned with the objectives of the parties involved.
• Managing the transition of leadership, including the appointment and registration of new directors or executives.
• Handling necessary notifications to the relevant authorities, including updates on leadership changes, share capital adjustments, and registration of new owners.
Thanks to our international expertise and specialization in cross-border taxation, partnering with PAGE guarantees compliance with regulations in all jurisdictions involved, optimizing both the fiscal and strategic benefits of the transaction for your business.