Form 4: J.Jill Executive Gains Shares, Performance Units

J.Jill, Inc. executive Maria D. Martinez acquired additional common stock and performance stock units following a cash dividend and achievement of performance thresholds.

Summary

• Maria D. Martinez, an officer of J.Jill, Inc., reported changes in beneficial ownership.
• On January 7, 2026, Martinez acquired 205.93 shares of Common Stock.
• This acquisition included 202.26 restricted stock units and 3.67 performance stock units earned due to J.Jill, Inc. achieving a predetermined Adjusted EBITDA threshold.
• Martinez also acquired 29.52 Performance Stock Units (TSR PSUs) on January 7, 2026.
• These acquisitions were partly a result of a cash dividend of $0.08 per share paid by J.Jill, Inc. on January 7, 2026, to shareholders of record on December 24, 2025.
• Following these transactions, Martinez directly owns 39,735.9 shares of Common Stock and 4,467.67 Performance Stock Units.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The filing indicates positive developments for the reporting person through the acquisition of additional units due to a dividend and the achievement of performance targets, reflecting positively on the company's operational performance.

Positives

• The reporting person received additional restricted stock units due to a cash dividend, indicating a return to shareholders.
• Performance stock units were earned based on J.Jill, Inc. achieving a predetermined Adjusted EBITDA threshold, suggesting strong operational performance.

Future Outlook

Performance Stock Units (TSR PSUs) held by Ms. Martinez will be eligible for vesting based on the future achievement of absolute total shareholder return compound annual growth rate goals.

Industry Context

This filing reflects routine executive compensation and dividend distribution practices within the retail apparel industry. The achievement of an Adjusted EBITDA threshold suggests J.Jill's operational performance is meeting internal targets, which is a positive indicator in a competitive retail environment.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: Received a cash dividend of $0.08 per share, indicating a return on investment.
• Executives (Maria D. Martinez): Increased beneficial ownership through additional restricted stock units and performance stock units, tied to company performance and dividends.

Next Steps

• Vesting and settlement of additional restricted stock units and performance stock units will occur based on the same conditions as the underlying units.
• Performance Stock Units (TSR PSUs) will be eligible for vesting based on the achievement of absolute total shareholder return compound annual growth rate goals.

Key Dates

Keywords

J.Jill, JILL, SEC Form 4, Insider Trading, Beneficial Ownership, Restricted Stock Units, Performance Stock Units, Cash Dividend, Executive Compensation, Adjusted EBITDA