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Oyster
Oyster, the global employment platform that enables companies to hire in 180+ countries quickly and compliantly
About Oyster
OysterHR is a global employment platform that simplifies the process of hiring international talent for businesses. The company operates in the human resources and legal tech market, serving clients who are looking to expand their workforce across borders without the need to set up their own entities in foreign countries.
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OysterHR's business model revolves around providing an automated solution for global hiring. It enables businesses to create compliant employment agreements, activate global payroll and benefits, and calculate employment costs instantly. This not only saves time but also ensures that businesses remain competitive in the global market by accessing deep local intelligence.
The company's services are particularly beneficial for businesses looking to fill new roles quickly and expand to new markets in a matter of days. OysterHR's platform is recognized as a leader in global employment platforms by G2, with a 90% customer satisfaction rate.
The company generates revenue by charging businesses for its services. The cost of using OysterHR is reportedly less than what it would cost for businesses to deliver the same service using external consultants, making it a cost-effective solution for global hiring.
In summary, OysterHR is a tech-enabled solution for businesses looking to hire internationally, providing a seamless and efficient process that ensures compliance and cost savings.
At a glance
- Founded
- 2020
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, United States
- Sector
- Marketing
- Power Law
- Unicorn$1–10B valuation tierThoroughbred$100M+ revenue
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Latest news
Press, funding announcements and product moves mentioning Oyster.
Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Seed4 investors entered at this stage
Connect Ventures (Europe)
Kima Ventures
Sorenson Capital
Taavet Hinrikus
Series B and later12 investors entered at this stage
PayPal Ventures- HIHR Tech Investments
Salesforce Ventures
Georgian
Endeavor Catalyst- OVOkta Ventures
Base10 Partners
LinkedIn
PeopleTech Partners
Silver Lake Partners
G2 Venture Partners- SVServiceNow Ventures
Source: Dealroom Talent Intelligence.
Global footprint
team presence
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Patents
2 active patent families included in this estimate.
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