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Remote helps companies of all sizes employ top talent around the world with international payroll, benefits, taxes, compliance and more.
Remote has raised $496.0M across 4 funding rounds.
Key people at Remote.
Remote was founded in 2017 by Job Van Der Voort (Founder) and Marcelo Lebre (Founder).
Remote has raised $496.0M in total across 4 funding rounds.
Remote eliminates barriers to international hiring so great companies can work with great people, no matter where those people are. The HR and payroll engine for growing teams.
Remote has raised $496.0M across 4 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $300.0M Series C in April 2022.
Key people at Remote.
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Remote is a leading global HR and payroll platform that empowers companies of all sizes to hire, manage, and pay talent anywhere in the world. Its core product is an all-in-one solution for international payroll, benefits, taxes, compliance, and workforce management, built specifically for distributed and remote teams. Remote serves startups, SMEs, and enterprises seeking to expand internationally without the burden of setting up local legal entities. By acting as an Employer of Record (EOR), Remote removes the administrative, legal, and compliance hurdles associated with global hiring, allowing businesses to focus on growth. The company has experienced rapid growth, with revenues estimated between $500 million and $1 billion and a workforce of over 10,000 employees, reflecting strong momentum and market demand.
Remote’s mission is to “create opportunity everywhere,” leveling the playing field for global talent and enabling organizations to build diverse, distributed teams. Its platform streamlines every stage of the employee lifecycle—from hiring and onboarding to payroll, benefits, and compliance—while offering enterprise-grade security and ease of use. The company’s growth is fueled by the global shift toward remote work and the increasing need for compliant, scalable workforce solutions.
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Remote was founded in 2019 by Job van der Voort, a former VP of Product at GitLab, and Marcelo Lebre, a seasoned entrepreneur and investor. The idea emerged from firsthand experience with the challenges of managing remote teams across borders, particularly the legal, payroll, and compliance complexities that hindered rapid international expansion. Van der Voort’s background in scaling distributed teams at GitLab gave him deep insight into the pain points faced by companies trying to hire globally.
The company launched with a focus on simplifying global employment, quickly gaining traction as remote work became mainstream during the pandemic. Early adopters included fast-growing startups and tech companies seeking to scale their teams internationally without the overhead of local entities. Remote’s rapid expansion—now operating in over 180 countries—has been driven by its ability to deliver a seamless, compliant, and scalable solution for global workforce management.
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Remote is riding the wave of the global remote work revolution, a trend accelerated by the pandemic and sustained by the growing demand for flexible, distributed teams. The timing is critical: as companies seek to tap into global talent pools and reduce operational friction, Remote’s platform addresses a fundamental bottleneck in international expansion. Market forces—including the rise of digital nomadism, the decentralization of work, and increasing regulatory complexity—have made Remote’s services essential for modern businesses.
Remote’s influence extends beyond payroll and compliance; it is shaping how companies think about workforce strategy, enabling more inclusive hiring and leveling the playing field for talent worldwide. By lowering the barriers to global employment, Remote is helping to democratize opportunity and drive innovation across borders.
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Remote is poised for continued growth as the global workforce becomes increasingly distributed and companies seek scalable, compliant solutions for international hiring. The company’s focus on transparency, ease of use, and local compliance gives it a strong competitive edge in a crowded market. Future trends—such as the rise of AI-driven HR tools, the expansion of remote work regulations, and the increasing demand for global talent—will only amplify Remote’s relevance.
As Remote continues to expand its platform and geographic footprint, its influence on the startup ecosystem and global workforce will deepen. The company is not just a payroll provider; it is a catalyst for global opportunity, empowering businesses to build diverse, distributed teams and enabling individuals to access work and financial freedom regardless of location. Remote’s journey reflects the broader shift toward a borderless, inclusive future of work.
Remote was founded in 2017 by Job Van Der Voort (Founder) and Marcelo Lebre (Founder).
Remote has raised $496.0M in total across 4 funding rounds.
Remote's investors include SoftBank Vision Fund 2, 468 Capital, 9Yards Capital, Kevin Hartz, Accel, Andreessen Horowitz, Battery Ventures, Bessemer Venture Partners, CapitalG, Citi Ventures, Cyberstarts VC, Fifth Wall.