Oyster

Oyster® (Oyster HR Inc.) is a global employment platform that simplifies hiring, payroll, and employee management for companies around the world.

Founded in January 2020 by Tony Jamous and Jack Mardack, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional hubs in New York, London, and Nicosia. As a B Corp-certified organization, Oyster is committed to social and environmental performance. Oyster provides a comprehensive cloud-based Human Resources Management System (HRMS) that supports the entire lifecycle of global employment. Its services include global hiring and talent acquisition, compliant payroll and tax management, local benefits and perks, legal compliance, and employee support. The platform is designed for companies with global ambitions, including startups, enterprise corporations, remote-first organizations, and small to medium enterprises. With a valuation exceeding $1.2 billion, Oyster is recognized as a unicorn and continues to innovate in the global employment landscape.