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Why MKB Juristen?

Since 2001, we have been active as a no-nonsense legal firm for entrepreneurs. We quickly get to the heart of the matter: with a thorough assessment, clear answers, and a document that works practically.

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Why customization?

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The founders of MKB Juristen

Our organization consists of several small teams working within various legal fields. Each legal field has its own senior in-house counsel and/or lawyers.

Denian Wielhouwer

Corporate lawyer in corporate law & business expert

Denian Wielhouwer

Annelore Hendriks

Corporate lawyer, corporate law, administrative law

Annelore Hendriks

Ilja van Driel

Corporate law attorney, employment law

Ilja van Driel

Jaime Boogaers

Corporate law, ICT & privacy law, energy law attorney

Jaime Boogaers
Custom choices

Which choices determine the content?

A few fundamental choices determine what your management agreement should look like. Go through these questions in advance.

Choice or question Why this matters legally
Does the director-major shareholder also become a statutory director? A statutory director is appointed by the general meeting; his position under corporate law is separate from the mandate relationship between the private limited companies and requires alignment with the articles of association.
How is the management fee determined? Choose between a fixed amount, a variable component, or a combination, and take into account the customary salary scheme that applies to the director-major shareholder.
For a fixed or indefinite period? A fixed term offers certainty but less flexibility; an indefinite term requires a clear notice period and exit arrangement.
How do you arrange liability? Determine whether you limit the contractual liability of the holding company and how this relates to the statutory directors' liability that cannot be contractually excluded.
Are there multiple shareholders? In the case of multiple director-major shareholders, coordination with a shareholders' agreement is required to ensure that agreements regarding remuneration, duties, and exit are consistent among them.
Clauses and provisions

Which components belong in a management agreement for a director-major shareholder?

The components below form the core of a management agreement between your holding company and the operating company. For each component, you will see when it is relevant and why you include it.

Provision Relevant to Legal point of attention
Parties and capacity Always Designate the management BV as the contractor and the operating BV as the client, plus the director-major shareholder who actually performs the work.
Activities and administrative authority Always Describe the management tasks to be performed and the potential appointment as statutory director of the operating company.
Management fee Always Specify the amount, VAT treatment, payment term, and any indexation or bonus.
Term and termination Always Determine whether the agreement is for a fixed or indefinite period and what notice period applies.
Liability and indemnification Recommended Limit the liability of the management company and arrange for indemnification, separate from directors' liability.
Non-compete and non-solicitation clause In case of sensitive interests Limit competing activities and relationship approaches during and after the collaboration.
Confidentiality Recommended Requires both parties to confidentiality regarding commercially sensitive information.
Relationship to articles of association and shareholders With multiple shareholders Align the agreement with the articles of association and any shareholders' agreement to prevent inconsistencies.
Use in practice

How do you use this document correctly?

A management agreement only works if you use it at the right times and keep it up to date.

Situation What should you do? Point of attention
At the start of the collaboration Sign the agreement before the first work and invoicing begin In this way, the relationship between the BVs is established, and you avoid discussion regarding the basis for the management fee.
Upon appointment as director Align the agreement with the appointment resolution of the general meeting The contractual relationship and the corporate legal position must align.
In the event of a change in remuneration or duties Document every change in writing in an addendum Oral agreements are difficult to prove and can raise tax questions.
Upon termination Observe the agreed notice period and arrange the settlement in writing A clean exit prevents disputes regarding outstanding compensation and resignation as a director.
Common mistakes

Common mistakes

We regularly see these errors in management agreements for the director-major shareholder.

Wrong Consequence Better approach
No written agreement Uncertainty and evidentiary problems, with a tax risk of a (fictitious) employment relationship Always record the agreements in writing before the collaboration starts.
Confusing the role of director and the client relationship Contradiction with the articles of association and unclear liability Clearly separate the corporate appointment from the mandate between the BVs.
No or unclear termination policy Conflict and uncertainty at the end of the collaboration Include a specific term, notice period, and exit arrangement.
Remuneration not aligned with customary wage Additional assessments and corrections by the Tax and Customs Administration Align the management fee and the director's salary with tax regulations.
Agreement not aligned with shareholder agreements Conflicting agreements between contracts and shareholders Align the agreement with the articles of association and the shareholders' agreement.
Risk profile

What is your situation and what do you pay attention to?

Depending on your situation, the center of gravity of the agreement shifts. Do you recognize your situation?

Risk profile Example Focus in the document
Sole director-major shareholder You are the sole shareholder and director through your holding company Pay particular attention to the tax structuring of the remuneration and the separation between the holding company and the operating company.
Multiple director-major shareholders Multiple holding companies provide management to the same operating company Pay attention to equal terms, decision-making, and alignment with the shareholders' agreement.
External investor present A third party holds shares in the operating company Pay attention to control, remuneration structure, and protection of the position of the director-major shareholder.
Termination or succession The collaboration or the board ends Pay attention to the notice period, stepping down as a director, and the settlement of the compensation.
Additional documents

When is this document not enough?

A management agreement governs the relationship between the BVs, but does not cover everything. In these situations, you need additional documents.

Situation Supplementary document Why
Multiple shareholders Shareholders' Agreement Regulates control, profit distribution, and exit among shareholders, separate from management duties.
Structural cooperation between companies Cooperation Agreement Establishes a broader business partnership that goes beyond mere governance.
Exchange of confidential information Confidentiality Agreement Protects business-sensitive information, for example during an exploratory phase.
Explanation of this document

Drafting a Director-Major Shareholder Management Agreement, why?

Not every entrepreneur knows exactly what a management agreement for a director-major shareholder is, when you need one, and which risks they must cover. That is why we explain below what this document entails, what you should look out for, and why legal customization is important.

What is a management agreement for the Director-Major Shareholder?
A DGA management agreement is the specific variant of the management agreement in which the director-major shareholder provides management services to his operating company via his personal holding company. The DGA structure—in which the DGA invoices his activities to the operating company via a holding company instead of a direct employment contract—offers tax and financial advantages but requires a carefully drafted management agreement to safeguard the tax viability of the structure. The DGA management agreement regulates the nature of the DGA's management duties, the management fee from the holding company, expense allowances, the pension scheme, confidentiality, and non-competition upon termination. Our lawyers will draft a DGA management agreement for you that correctly reflects the customary salary regulations, records expense allowances correctly for tax purposes, formulates the pension clause correctly, and legally defines the relationship between the holding company and the operating company.
What are the essential tax considerations regarding a DGA management agreement?
The tax considerations regarding a DGA management agreement are more numerous than those for a regular management agreement. First, the customary salary regulation (Article 12a of the Income Tax Act): the DGA must pay himself market-rate remuneration via his holding company — a minimum of €56,000 in 2025, or the salary of the most comparable employment if that is higher. Second, expense allowances: reimbursements for car, telephone, representation, and working from home must align with the work-related expenses scheme. Third, pension accrual: following the Self-Administration Liquidation Act (2017), the DGA can no longer accrue a pension under a self-administered scheme, but can accrue a pension via an annuity or an external insurer. Fourth, the excessive borrowing regulation: DGAs who borrow more than €700,000 from their BV are taxed on the excess amount in Box 2. Our lawyers ensure a DGA management agreement that correctly integrates all these tax aspects.
How do you regulate the dismissal position of the Director-Major Shareholder in the management agreement?
The Director-Major Shareholder (DGA) holds a unique position at the end of the management agreement: he is typically simultaneously a director of the operating company and a shareholder. If the General Meeting of Shareholders decides to terminate the management agreement with the DGA, his directorship also ends—without the application of dismissal protection under labor law, because he is not an employee but an independent service provider through his holding company. Your DGA management agreement must correctly regulate the notice period, compensation for early termination, and the DGA's rights in the event of a forced departure. Our lawyers advise you on the protection of the DGA at the end of the management relationship.
How does it work at MKBjuristen?
After a brief consultation regarding the structure, activities, and tax position, our lawyers draft a Director-Major Shareholder Management Agreement that correctly reflects the customary salary scheme, accurately records expense reimbursements for tax purposes, correctly formulates the pension section, and provides a legally sound description of the relationship between the holding company and the operating company.
Are you unsure whether your document is legally correct? We would be happy to assess the sensible course of action: drafting, reviewing, or amending.
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A standard document seems cheap, until it doesn't fit your situation properly. That is why we provide custom legal solutions tailored to your business.

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A legal document only has value if it suits your practice. That is why we look not only at the text, but also at how you use the document in your business.

Common mistakes with legal documents

A legal document often seems simple, but small errors can have major consequences later on. In practice, we see that entrepreneurs run the greatest risk when a document does not align well with their business, agreements, or way of working.

  • Using a standard document that does not suit the company
  • Forgot important agreements regarding payment, delivery, liability, or termination
  • Have a document generated without legal review
  • Continuing to use old documents while the company has changed
  • Not knowing how the document should be used correctly in practice

A legal document only prevents problems if it suits your situation. That is why we look not only at the text, but also at your company, agreements, and risks.

Why is a standard document often not enough?

Because a standard document does not take into account your industry, customers, risks, and specific agreements, important provisions may be missing or not align well with your practice.

Can I create a legal document myself using AI?

AI can assist in creating text, but does not independently assess whether the document is legally appropriate, complete, and usable for your business. Legal review therefore remains important.

When do I need to have my document checked?

Have your document checked if your business has changed, you have new customers or services, you have doubts about existing agreements, or the document has not been updated for a long time.

Will I also receive an explanation about the use of the document?

Yes. We explain how to use the document in practice, what to look out for, and which steps are important to prevent disputes afterwards.

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