Signet Jewelers makes deferred compensation matching contributions fully vested from 2027
SIG•Signet Jewelers’ subsidiary Sterling Jewelers approved a restated deferred compensation plan effective January 1, 2027. Employer matching contributions made from that date will vest immediately; earlier discretionary contributions retain five-year graded vesting.
1. Plan changes take effect
Sterling Jewelers approved the restated plan on October 30, 2026, with an effective date of January 1, 2027. Eligible participants may defer up to 75% of base salary and 90% of annual cash bonuses. Employer matches equal 100% of the first 3% deferred and 50% of the next 2%; matching contributions made from January 1, 2027, vest immediately. Participant deferrals and related earnings are fully vested, while discretionary employer contributions credited earlier keep five-year graded vesting, with full vesting upon retirement or a change of control.
