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Board ESG Duties

Following implementation of the second European Shareholder Rights Directive (ARUG II) and the revision of the German Corporate Governance Code (DCGK), stock corporation law stipulates that in listed companies the supervisory board must align the management board remuneration structure with the company’s sustainable long-term development.

We advise companies on all aspects of designing and introducing sustainable remuneration models for board members and executives. A particular focus of our work is advising on remuneration plans in regulated sectors and on management board remuneration in accordance with ARUG II and the DCGK. 

We can draw on an established remuneration team that is highly respected in the market. It includes experts on corporate and stock corporation law, employment law, regulatory law and tax law. We also bring in highly regarded external remuneration advisors with whom we have been working for many years. This holistic approach ensures that you receive bespoke remuneration advice from a single source.

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Events

  • Germany
    24 Feb 2026

    What’s new in AML regulation in Germany and Europe

  • Germany
    03 Mar 2026

    IP Insights webinar series 2026

  • Germany
    19 Mar 2026

    CMS Nordic Health Summit

  • Germany
    23 Mar 2026

    CMS at PTMG Spring 2026

  • Germany
    21 Apr 2026

    On the Pulse webinar series 2026 - Spring

We would be pleased to advise you on matters relating to board ESG duties. Please contact us.

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