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Autolus Therapeutics (AUTL) COO details initial shares, options and RSUs

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Autolus Therapeutics plc Chief Operating Officer Christopher Andrew Vann filed an initial ownership report showing a mix of ordinary shares, American Depositary Shares (ADSs), options and restricted share units (RSUs).

He directly holds 152,211 Ordinary Shares and 40,000 ADSs, with each ADS currently representing one ordinary share and being convertible on a one-for-one basis. He also has several option awards over ADSs, including 500,000 ADSs at an exercise price of $1.89 expiring in 2035 and 375,000 ADSs at $1.46 expiring in 2036, alongside other grants at higher exercise prices with earlier expirations. In addition, he holds 83,300 RSUs, each representing a right to receive one ADS. Certain options are already fully vested and exercisable, while others and the RSUs vest over multi-year schedules in equal installments.

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Insider Vann Christopher Andrew
Role Chief Operating Officer
Type Security Shares Price Value
holding American Depositary Shares -- -- --
holding Share Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Share Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Share Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Share Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Share Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Share Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Share Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Share Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Share Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Restricted Share Units -- -- --
holding Share Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Ordinary Shares -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: American Depositary Shares — 40,000 shares (Direct); Share Option (right to buy) — 43,956 shares (Direct); Restricted Share Units — 83,300 shares (Direct); Ordinary Shares — 152,211 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
  1. The Ordinary Shares may be represented by American Depositary Shares, each of which currently represents one ordinary share. Each American Depositary Share is convertible at any time at the option of the Reporting Person into one Ordinary Share. Fully vested and exercisable. This option vested 25% on July 22, 2023 and the remainder vests in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter. This option vested 25% on March 6, 2024 and the remainder vests in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter. This option vested 25% on October 12, 2024 and the remainder vests in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter. This option vested 25% on March 14, 2026 and the remainder vests in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter. This option vests 25% on January 26, 2027 and the remainder vests in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter. The restricted share units ("RSUs") vest in four equal annual installments commencing on January 26, 2027. Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one Issuer American Depositary Share.
SEC Form 3
FORM 3UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

INITIAL STATEMENT OF BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF SECURITIES

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Vann Christopher Andrew

(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O AUTOLUS THERAPEUTICS PLC
THE MEDIAWORKS, 191 WOOD LN, WHITE CITY

(Street)
LONDONW12 7FP

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED KINGDOM

(Country)
2. Date of Event Requiring Statement (Month/Day/Year)
03/18/2026
3. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Autolus Therapeutics plc [ AUTL ]
3a. Foreign Trading Symbol
5. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)
4. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
Chief Operating Officer
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 4) 2. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned (Instr. 4) 3. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5) 4. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Ordinary Shares(1)152,211D
Table II - Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 4) 2. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)3. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 4) 4. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 5. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5) 6. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
American Depositary Shares (2) (2)Ordinary Shares40,000(2)D
Share Option (right to buy) (3)02/06/2028American Depositary Shares43,956$8.38D
Share Option (right to buy) (3)12/18/2028American Depositary Shares190,000$30.29D
Share Option (right to buy) (3)12/13/2029American Depositary Shares110,000$12.65D
Share Option (right to buy) (3)12/15/2031American Depositary Shares150,000$5.64D
Share Option (right to buy) (4)07/22/2032American Depositary Shares150,000$2.86D
Share Option (right to buy) (5)03/06/2033American Depositary Shares200,000$1.91D
Share Option (right to buy) (6)10/12/2033American Depositary Shares200,000$2.31D
Share Option (right to buy) (7)03/14/2035American Depositary Shares500,000$1.89D
Share Option (right to buy) (8)01/26/2036American Depositary Shares375,000$1.46D
Restricted Share Units (9) (9)American Depositary Shares83,300(10)D
Share Option (right to buy) (3)01/15/2031American Depositary Shares80,000$9.02D
Explanation of Responses:
1. The Ordinary Shares may be represented by American Depositary Shares, each of which currently represents one ordinary share.
2. Each American Depositary Share is convertible at any time at the option of the Reporting Person into one Ordinary Share.
3. Fully vested and exercisable.
4. This option vested 25% on July 22, 2023 and the remainder vests in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter.
5. This option vested 25% on March 6, 2024 and the remainder vests in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter.
6. This option vested 25% on October 12, 2024 and the remainder vests in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter.
7. This option vested 25% on March 14, 2026 and the remainder vests in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter.
8. This option vests 25% on January 26, 2027 and the remainder vests in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter.
9. The restricted share units ("RSUs") vest in four equal annual installments commencing on January 26, 2027.
10. Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one Issuer American Depositary Share.
/s/ Christopher Vann03/18/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 3: SEC 1473 (03-26)

FAQ

What does the Form 3 filing for Autolus Therapeutics (AUTL) show for Christopher Vann?

The Form 3 filing shows Chief Operating Officer Christopher Andrew Vann’s initial ownership in Autolus Therapeutics, including ordinary shares, ADSs, stock options and RSUs. It establishes his starting equity position as a reporting insider under SEC rules.

How many Autolus Therapeutics ordinary shares does Christopher Vann own on Form 3?

Christopher Vann directly holds 152,211 Ordinary Shares of Autolus Therapeutics. This ordinary share stake sits alongside his ADS holdings, options and RSUs, giving him multiple forms of equity exposure to the company’s future performance.

What American Depositary Shares (ADSs) are reported for Christopher Vann in AUTL’s Form 3?

The filing shows Vann directly holds 40,000 American Depositary Shares, each currently representing one ordinary share. Footnotes explain that each ADS is convertible at any time into one ordinary share at his option, linking both instruments closely.

What option awards over Autolus Therapeutics ADSs does Christopher Vann report?

Vann reports several Share Option (right to buy) grants over ADSs, including 500,000 ADSs at $1.89 expiring in 2035 and 375,000 ADSs at $1.46 expiring in 2036, plus additional options at higher exercise prices and earlier expirations.

How do Christopher Vann’s options and RSUs in AUTL vest over time?

Some options are fully vested and exercisable, while others vest 25% on a stated date with the remainder in 36 equal monthly installments. The 83,300 RSUs vest in four equal annual installments beginning on January 26, 2027, each delivering one ADS.

What are the key RSU holdings reported for Autolus Therapeutics COO Christopher Vann?

The Form 3 shows Vann holding 83,300 restricted share units, each representing a contingent right to receive one Autolus ADS. These RSUs vest in four equal annual installments starting on January 26, 2027, adding time-based, stock-settled compensation to his equity mix.