Global Impact Report 2025

As part of our continued commitment to impact, we’re happy to share Oyster's 2025 Global Impact Report: Building a Fairer World of Work.

Our latest report highlights how global hiring drives impact in emerging markets, diversity and inclusion, and environmental sustainability. We also share our internal impact and Oyster’s vision for the future as a B Corp.

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46%

Rise in global contractor hires from 2023 to 2024.

57%

Companies plan to hire talent in another country this year.

18%

Of all hires were software engineers—most in-demand role.

Global hiring and local impact

Explore key findings from 500+ HR leaders on where they’re hiring, what they’re paying, and how they’re planning ahead.

This year, we reflect on how compliant and ethical hiring across borders can fuel sustainable business growth while also creating meaningful impact for individuals and communities around the world.

Here’s what you’ll find in the report:

  1. Global hiring creates local change: Learn how we’re driving economic growth and opportunities in emerging markets.
  2. Commitment to fair workplaces: We monitor and report on inequities in pay and opportunity in order to promote diversity and inclusion.
  3. Sustainability beyond the office: See how we’ve minimized our carbon footprint by adopting fully remote global operations.
  4. Engaged teams matter: Explore how we prioritize strong employee engagement as part of our internal impact.
  5. Future as a B Corp: Get a glimpse into Oyster’s long-term commitment to ethical business practices.

Creating a more equal world of work

Explore how ethical business, compliant global hiring, and distributed work can bridge the gap between talent and opportunity. Learn more in the report.

Creating a more equal world of work

Explore how ethical business, compliant global hiring, and distributed work can bridge the gap between talent and opportunity. Learn more in the report.

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