Optio Incentives, a Nordic fintech specialising in employee equity and incentive programmes, has acquired the share plan software platform from Investec Wealth & Investment International, a division of leading international bank and wealth manager Investec Group. The transaction supports Optio’s global expansion and also provides access to long-standing client relationships, a highly scalable infrastructure and an experienced team behind the platform.

This deal positions JSE Investor Services as the sole user of Optio’s administration software in Africa.  JSE Investor Services will also gain access to Optio’s financial reporting tools, including International Financial Reporting Standard 2 (IFRS 2), the international financial reporting standard governing share-based payment transactions. The reporting tools will enable clients to provide end-to-end administration of their Executive, employee retention, incentive and empowerment schemes. This strategic move further demonstrates JSE Investor Services’ commitment to delivering trusted and market-leading solutions to market participants.

“The collaboration with Optio marks a milestone in our journey as a business as we continue to provide industry-leading services to our clients. By tapping into Optio’s reporting tools we are reaffirming our commitment to innovation and excellence for our clients,” said .

The newly acquired share plan platform currently supports more than 60 companies listed on the London Stock Exchange, giving Optio direct access to some of the UK’s largest corporates. In South Africa, the platform remains white-labelled by JSE Investor Services, a leading share registry, custody and investor service provider powering equity programmes for a large share of the country’s listed and unlisted firms. Optio looks forward to continuing and strengthening its long-standing partnership with JSE Investor Services, ensuring uninterrupted service and continued innovation for its clients.

“With this acquisition, we’re expanding our product offering in the UK and South Africa, significantly strengthening our global footprint,” says . “We’re also bringing on board the skilled team behind the Investec platform, ensuring continuity, client knowledge, and deep domain expertise from day one.”

JSE Investor Services offers an expansive suite of integrated solutions across share plan administration, registry services, custody and stakeholder engagement. With a strong foundation in technology and regulatory expertise, the business continues to evolve its offerings to meet the dynamic needs of issuers and investors. As the industry landscape evolves, JSE Investor Services remains firmly committed to innovation, operational excellence and client-centricity, reinforcing its position as a trusted leader in investor services across Africa.