Oyster Team

Oyster is a global employment platform designed to enable visionary HR leaders to find, engage, pay, manage, develop, and take care of a thriving distributed workforce.

Oyster named Best ROI for any global employment platform for G2 Spring 2026

We’re proud to be recognized as a leader across multiple G2 categories for Spring 2026.

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Best enterprise payroll software for large businesses

Discover the best payroll software for large businesses.

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Ethical work practices to strengthen company culture

Discover how to lead with integrity.

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Average salary in Mexico: 2025 data for employers

Learn about the average salary in Mexico in 2026.

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Double taxation: What it is and how to avoid it

Learn what causes it and how it affects businesses and teams.

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How to set up a payroll account: A step-by-step guide for employers

Set up a payroll account with confidence.

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8 Rippling alternatives: A guide for People teams

Explore 8 Rippling alternatives

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When Software Can’t Replace Judgment: The Future of Employer of Record

Managing a global workforce requires technological precision—but with a human touch.

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What is talent mapping? A complete guide for strategic hiring

Talent mapping helps organizations identify skill gaps

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Malaysia income tax: An in-depth guide for 2025

Understand Malaysia income tax for 2025.

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A guide to United Kingdom maternity leave and pay

Learn about eligibility, pay, and key rights.

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What’s the status of remote work in 2025?

Discover key insights and emerging trends.

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Time and a half: What it is and how to calculate it?

Learn overtime laws to ensure compliance

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ITIN vs. EIN vs SSN: Key differences explained

Learn which tax identification number you should use

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On-target earnings (OTE): Definition and how they work

Learn how to calculate OTE salary and its benefits.

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10 areas and development opportunities for employee growth

Discover impactful development opportunities for employees

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What is tax liability? Calculation and examples

Learn how the IRS calculates taxes and ways to reduce them

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1040 vs. 1099 forms: What's the difference?

Know the differences so you can breeze through tax season.

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PTO laws by state in 2025

Learn how state laws impact accrual, rollover, and payout

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The 6 best Employer of Record (EOR) companies in 2026

Discover the best Employer of Record services.

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Employee and contractor misclassification: Risks and costs

All you need to know about employee misclassification.

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Best PEO service providers of 2026

Find the right PEO services for your business.

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PEO vs. EOR: Differences and which is right for you

Learn which model fits your global hiring strategy best.

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Argentina payroll: What global companies need to know

Stay compliant with Argentina's local labor laws.

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Sales Bonus vs. commission: What's the difference?

Understand the intricacies between a bonus and commission.

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What are statutory benefits? and its diferences with non-statutory benefits

Identifying the different types of benefits.

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How and when to convert a contractor to a full-time employee

Learn how and when to convert a contractor to a full-time employee.

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How to find a job in another country: Complete guide

Some top ideas for working internationally.

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How to find interns to work for your startup

Find out why hiring interns is a good idea for your startup.

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Fresh features, easier workflows: May 2025 product updates

See what's new this month.

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All about global payroll: October product updates

See what's new this month.

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6 best international payroll providers of 2025

Here are our top picks for international payroll providers.

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Secure work visas, offer equity in 42 countries, and more: March product updates

See what’s new this month.

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Oyster named a leader in new G2 category for global employment platforms

We've been named as a leading global employment platform.

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How our global team celebrates Pride Month

Pride knows no borders.

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The human impact of remote work across borders and cultures

Opening doors to greater opportunity.

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Connecting the world: Using your Oyster referral link to promote global hiring

Score five tips for sharing your Oyster referral link!

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Oyster teams up with industry-leading HR service providers

We're expanding our partner ecosystem.

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What’s to come in the world of remote work

Here's what you can expect in 2021 in beyond.

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Introducing the New World of Work podcast

The working world is a lot different these days.

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Non-compete clause for independent contractors

Clearing the air on non-competes from a legal standpoint.

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Managing managers with Natasha Kehimkar

Managers play a key role within a company's structure.

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Introducing Oyster’s new contractor product

Hire, onboard, and pay contractors all over the world.

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Hiring tech professionals in a global talent shortage

How you can stand out in a competitive landscape.

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Oyster Bridges: The future is distributed

Some highlights from our latest event, Oyster Bridges.

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Aligning an organization in hypergrowth mode with Dipti Salopek

Tips for mastering the art of alignment.

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All about global payroll systems: How to manage your distributed team's payroll compliantly

What you need to know.

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New in March: Expanding our partner ecosystem

Learn about the six new partners that joined us in March.

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A strong foundation for future impact: Oyster’s 2022 impact report

We share some impact highlights from 2022.

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Driving remote engagement with HiBob's Annie Rosencrans

How the right tech can help build your distributed culture.

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Hire equitably: Resources for hiring refugee talent

Learn how to hire refugee candidates.

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Building a hiring pipeline

Tips for building a successful hiring pipeline.

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What are the best countries for remote workers?

Discover the top countries to work remotely from.

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Finding and hiring tech talent around the world

Grab a copy of our ebook written in partnership with Hired!

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Automating global hiring with Oyster

Learn about our new automated hiring process.

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Watch Oyster Ascent 2022 on demand

Revisit the insights from Ascent by Oyster.

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Utilizing global hiring automation

Your guide to understanding global automated hiring.

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How to let employers know you're open to work on LinkedIn

How to be open to work on LinkedIn, the right way.

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How to find the best global employment solution for your business

Tips to help you find a service for employing globally.

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Leveling up distributed leadership with Lingo Live's Tyler Muse

What leadership looks like for the new world of work.

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Replacing work-life balance with work-life synergy

The future of work feels more human.

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What to look for in a global employment solution

Make sure to consider these six key areas.

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How to hire developers for a startup quickly and compliantly

Learn how to hire developers for a startup fast

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What is ACA compliance? A 101 guide for employers

Learn what ACA compliance is and why it matters.

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An employer’s guide to the challenges of globalization in 2026

Explore six challenges of globalization for today’s companies

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Payroll reports explained: Types, examples, and uses

Learn how effective payroll reporting supports accuracy

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Workforce optimization strategies to boost productivity and engagement in 2026

Learn what workforce optimization is

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Understanding liabilities in business: Examples and tips

Learn about liabilities in business.

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What is a 401(k) plan? A comprehensive guide

Learn how 401(k) plans help people save for retirement.

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Accounts payable outsourcing: Is it right for you?

Choose the right approach for your finance team.

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The fastest-growing global hiring markets to watch in 2026

While the Philippines and India remain hiring hotspots, other countries are showing even stronger growth. Discover what’s driving companies to invest in the four fastest-growing markets.

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30 Effective pre-screening interview questions to ask

How to run effective pre-screening interviews

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How does unlimited PTO work? What employers need to know

Explore the advantages this benefit can bring.

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California labor laws: A practical guide

Understand California labor laws on wages.

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What is a safe harbor 401(k) plan? A guide with pros and cons

Learn how it works and if it's right for your business

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What is virtual bookkeeping? How it works, guide, and benefits

Virtual bookkeeping explained.

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An employee and employer’s guide to FIT taxable wages

Learn what FIT taxable wages are.

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How are commissions taxed? Everything you need to know

Learn the answer here, plus how to calculateit.

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How much do benefits cost per employee? A detailed guide

Explore practical ways to optimize your compensation package

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The average salary in Canada in 2025: What you need to know

Learn what the average salary in Canada is in 2025

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7 best expense management software for small business

Find the best expense management software for small businesses.

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Why You Should Connect Your ATS to a Global Employment Platform

Connect your ATS to a global employment platform like Oyster so the handoff is simple: import once, start the hiring process instantly, and let the right local details apply automatically.

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