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Are Oyster HR services as fresh as they should be?

Hire US employees with the innovative boutique service of Foothold America.

Don’t get lost in the shuffle of a wildly scaling company that can’t offer the smooth experience of Foothold America.

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Helping international companies to expand to the USA since 2015

<span style="color:#B31942" Foothold America's local knowledge & human touch make a difference

Get honest advice on how we can help your business, not a sales pitch!

✔ Compliant, accurate & smooth US multi-state payroll

✔ Comprehensive compliance support across all US states & local regulations

✔ Attractive, personalized benefits packages for your US employees

✔ Quick, compliant & cost-effective US entity setup process

✔ Streamlined recruitment process & frictionless hiring

✔ 24/5 (Human) support – ready to onboard your new hires when you are!

Sr. People Partner
Sr. People PartnerUK software company
We started US expansion on our own and soon after, we stumbled over employee benefits leaving our ex-pat staff and families without health insurance. It was a huge risk for them and our company. Foothold America came in and got us sorted. They’ve been taking care of us ever since.
CMO
CMONorway IT company
We currently use the Foothold America Employee Management Service and plan to move to their People Partnership Service when we set up an entity in the coming months. It’s great knowing we can work with one partner through various stages of our growth.
UK financial services firm
UK financial services firmHead of HR
I couldn’t manage our US subsidiary without Foothold America. Our small HR department isn’t equipped with the knowledge or staff to handle our US employees. I could end my workday in the UK knowing Foothold America would take care of everything in the US.
CMO
CMO Norway IT company
We started US expansion on our own and soon after, we stumbled over employee benefits leaving our ex-pat staff and families without health insurance. It was a huge risk for them and our company. Foothold America came in and got us sorted. They’ve been taking care of us ever since.

Choose <span style="color:#B31942" Foothold America over Oyster HR
for your US expansion needs

Dedicated HR Support vs. Ticket Delays

Foothold America assigns a dedicated HR representative to you and your US team, guaranteeing prompt and dependable assistance whenever needed. On the other hand, Oyster HR relies on a ticketing system that can lead to delays in resolving essential matters.
Skip the impersonal responses and avoid the frustration of waiting. Choose Foothold America and experience the difference of personalized customer service that gets things done.

Customer Support

Foothold America

Oyster HR

Personalized onboarding & orientation

Dedicated HR Manager

For enterprise customers only

Human live chat assistance

Dedicated 24/7 customer support

For enterprise customers only

Straightforward Pricing vs Hidden Fees

At Foothold America, we understand the importance of financial transparency when entering the US market. That’s why we provide a transparent pricing structure, guaranteeing you see all charges upfront. There are no unexpected costs or hidden fees—just a straightforward breakdown of your expenses.
However, competitors like Oyster HR might lure you in with lower advertised rates. While this may initially seem attractive, user reviews suggest these headline numbers might not represent the complete picture. Here’s where hidden fees can sneak in, significantly affecting your expenses. These include renewal fees, onboarding, terminations, offboarding, and per-transaction processing.

Other

Foothold America

Oyster HR

Fee Transparency

Clear and upfront fees

Varying onboarding fee with potential additional charges

Offboarding Fees

$599

Deposit

1 month of your new hire's "Total Cost of Services"

Payroll fees

Full-Spectrum HR Support vs. Limited Support

Foothold America offers comprehensive HR support, a step above basic informational resources. We serve as a trusted HR advisor, guiding you through the complexities of US employment law. Our services cover a wide range of HR needs, including policy development, consultations, and expert guidance for challenging scenarios, providing you with a sense of reassurance.

Oyster HR, on the other hand, seems to provide more basic HR resources. In-depth consultations, intricate situation navigation, and even PIP support may require additional fees. This cost structure could leave smaller businesses without the specialized assistance they need during critical HR moments.

HR

Foothold America

Oyster HR

HR Consultation Fees

$599

HR policy development

HR guidance - General

HR consultation - Detailed

Only available to Enterprise customers

Recommend statutory training programs

Only available to Enterprise customers

Monitor compliance of statutory training programs

PIP consultation and support

Guides you with challenging HR employment situations

Only available to Enterprise customers

Disclaimer:  The information provided on this page is accurate and up-to-date as of 2024. Please note that circumstances may change over time, and it is advisable to verify information from other reliable sources for the most current details.

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Foothold America – US partner you can trust

At Foothold America, we take pride in being reliable, results-oriented, and passionate about exceeding customer expectations. We believe a fun, knowledgeable and collaborative work environment fuels our commitment to excellence, ensuring you receive exceptional service every step of the way. Want to know more? Get in touch today!

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