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Tax withholding reduces J.Jill (JILL) executive Elliot Staples' stake

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

J.Jill, Inc. reported a routine insider tax transaction involving executive Elliot Staples. On the vesting of previously granted restricted stock units, 508.02 shares of common stock were withheld to cover associated tax obligations at $11.46 per share, rather than being sold in the open market.

After this tax-withholding disposition, Staples directly holds 22,296.56 shares of J.Jill common stock. The filing reflects standard compensation-related share withholding and does not represent a discretionary buy or sell decision.

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Insider Staples Elliot
Role See Remarks
Type Security Shares Price Value
Tax Withholding Common Stock 508.02 $11.46 $6K
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 22,296.56 shares (Direct)
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Shares withheld for taxes 508.02 shares Common stock withheld for RSU-related tax obligations
Withholding price per share $11.46 per share Valuation used for the tax-withholding disposition
Shares held after transaction 22,296.56 shares Elliot Staples’ direct J.Jill common stock holdings post-transaction
RSUs financial
"payment of taxes associated with the vesting of previously granted RSUs"
RSUs, or restricted stock units, are a form of company shares given to employees as part of their compensation. They are typically awarded with certain restrictions, such as a waiting period before they can be fully owned or sold, similar to earning a gift that becomes fully yours over time. For investors, RSUs can impact a company's stock offerings and reflect how much the company relies on stock-based incentives to attract and retain talent.
tax-withholding disposition financial
"Payment of exercise price or tax liability by delivering securities"
A tax-withholding disposition is an event or transaction—such as selling or transferring securities, exercising options, or receiving compensation—that triggers a requirement to hold back part of the payment and remit it to tax authorities. It matters to investors because it reduces the cash they receive immediately and can change the timing and amount of taxable income, like a cashier taking a portion of your sale proceeds to pay taxes before you get the rest.
Common Stock financial
"Shares reported were withheld from Mr. Staples for the payment of taxes"
Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

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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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Staples Elliot

(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O J.JILL, INC.
4 BATTERYMARCH PARK

(Street)
QUINCY MASSACHUSETTS 02169

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
J.Jill, Inc. [ JILL ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
See Remarks
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
04/01/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock04/01/2026F508.02(1)D$11.4622,296.56D
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Explanation of Responses:
1. Shares reported were withheld from Mr. Staples for the payment of taxes associated with the vesting of previously granted RSUs.
Remarks:
Senior Vice President, Creative Director
/s/ Kathleen Stevens, attorney-in-fact04/03/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What insider transaction did J.Jill (JILL) report for Elliot Staples?

J.Jill reported that executive Elliot Staples had 508.02 common shares withheld to pay taxes tied to the vesting of previously granted RSUs. This was a tax-withholding disposition, not an open-market sale or purchase of J.Jill stock.

Was the J.Jill (JILL) Elliot Staples transaction a stock sale?

No, the Elliott Staples transaction was not an open-market sale. The Form 4 shows 508.02 shares were withheld by the company to satisfy tax obligations from vested RSUs, a routine administrative step in equity compensation.

How many J.Jill (JILL) shares does Elliot Staples hold after this filing?

Following the tax-withholding transaction, Elliot Staples holds 22,296.56 shares of J.Jill common stock directly. This figure comes from the Form 4 and reflects his position after 508.02 shares were withheld for RSU-related taxes.

What price per share was used for the J.Jill (JILL) tax-withholding shares?

The Form 4 lists a price of $11.46 per share for the 508.02 J.Jill common shares withheld for tax obligations. This price is used to value the tax-withholding disposition related to the vesting of previously granted RSUs.

Does the Elliot Staples Form 4 for J.Jill (JILL) indicate options or derivatives?

The filing shows only a non-derivative transaction in J.Jill common stock. It records 508.02 shares withheld for RSU tax payments, and the derivative section of the Form 4 does not list any remaining derivative positions.