Oyster is a global employment platform that helps businesses hire, pay, and manage employees and contractors across international markets. Founded in 2020 by Tony Jamous and Jack Mardack, the company provides Employer of Record (EOR) services, global payroll, contractor management, employee benefits, and HR compliance solutions. Its platform enables organizations to build and manage distributed teams without establishing local legal entities in every country where they hire. Oyster simplifies international workforce management by handling employment contracts, onboarding, payroll processing, tax compliance, benefits administration, and local labor regulations. The company also offers workforce planning tools, salary insights, and HR advisory services to support global hiring decisions. Through its technology-driven platform and local employment expertise, Oyster helps businesses expand internationally, streamline HR operations, and provide compliant and equitable employment experiences for their global teams.