Ready to Exit Your Business? Discover the Power of Employee Ownership

A proven succession model that rewards your team and protects your legacy.

If you’re exploring options for stepping back from your business, the Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) structure offers a smart, future-proof solution. Rather than selling to third-party investors or competitors, you can pass ownership to your employees via a government-approved structure — keeping the business intact and securing long-term continuity. At EOTAdviser.co.uk, we guide owners through this process with clarity and confidence.

Sell Your Business Tax-Free Under the EOT Scheme

Qualifying owners can benefit from 0% Capital Gains Tax — subject to key conditions.

One of the most attractive aspects of selling through an Employee Ownership Trust is the ability to exit without paying Capital Gains Tax. For qualifying UK business owners, this presents a rare opportunity to realise value tax-efficiently while ensuring the business continues in the hands of those who know it best. We work with you and your advisers to ensure the structure is both compliant and commercially effective.

Why More Founders Are Choosing Employee Ownership Over Private Equity

A clean, values-led exit — without earn-outs, external pressure, or cultural disruption.

Unlike investor-led sales, EOTs are structured to protect the long-term interests of the business and its people. Founders increasingly prefer the certainty and simplicity of an EOT: no aggressive cost-cutting, no external agendas, and no drawn-out negotiations. Instead, you retain control of the transition and leave a legacy your employees can be proud of. We help you navigate the process and avoid the common pitfalls.

From Planning to Completion – How an EOT Transition Works

We handle the key stages, from valuation through to trust implementation.

Transitioning to employee ownership requires a clear plan and a structured approach. We begin with a commercial review to assess feasibility, followed by valuation support, trust design, and legal documentation. Our team works closely with your existing advisers to deliver a robust, tax-efficient solution — ensuring your business is well-positioned for the next chapter.

Specialist EOT Advice for Business Owners Across the UK

Supporting SME founders with tailored, independent guidance on employee ownership transitions.

Whether you’re looking for a full exit or planning a phased succession, EOTAdviser.co.uk provides experienced, impartial support. We’ve worked with founders across sectors, from engineering to education, helping them unlock the benefits of employee ownership while preserving what matters most. Start with a confidential discussion to see if the EOT route is the right fit for your business.