Employee Stock Option Agreement

An Employee Stock Option Agreement is a document that explains how an employee can purchase company stock at a fixed price. It includes important details like the employee stock option agreement terms, vesting periods, exercise windows and any special conditions.

The employer or HR team creates the agreement using this employee stock option agreement template. The employee must review and sign it to confirm they understand the rights and rules attached to their stock options.

The completed agreement is usually submitted to the HR or stock plan administrator. Some companies may collect signed agreements through an employee portal or a digital stock management platform.