Shell

Shell plc is a British-Dutch multinational energy company, recognized as one of the largest in the world for oil, gas, petrochemicals, and increasingly, renewable energy. The company traces its origins back to 1833, when Marcus Samuel began importing seashells in London. By the late 19th century, Shell transitioned to oil, establishing its first refinery in Dutch Borneo and pioneering bulk oil transport. Today, Shell operates in over 70 countries, focusing on the entire energy value chain. Its upstream activities include oil and gas exploration and production, particularly in offshore regions like the Gulf of Mexico and Nigeria. The downstream segment encompasses refining, transportation, and marketing of fuels, including gasoline and kerosene. Shell also has a strong presence in petrochemicals through Shell Chemicals and is actively involved in renewable energy initiatives under its New Energies business, which includes wind and solar projects. With significant revenues and a commitment to innovation, Shell continues to adapt and grow in the evolving energy landscape.

Oil & Energy London, United Kingdom Founded 1907 ~53,911 employees NASDAQ: SHEL

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Employees
53,911
+0.3% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$5.3M
Revenue ~$284B
Stock
SHEL
NASDAQ
12-month attrition
6.8%
Tech: 8%
H1B filings, FY2026
13
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
254
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Shell went from 56,021 employees in Oct 2024 to 53,911 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 692 people joined, 661 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other23,706
Engineering9,589
Operations9,550
Sales3,633
Finance3,167
Success1,637
HR1,125
Marketing1,001

Salaries at Shell

All salaries

74 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering49
Operations2
Consulting1
Finance1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 13 filings.

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Shell FAQ

How many employees does Shell have?

Shell has about 53,911 employees, up 0.3% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Shell sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Shell filed 13 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Shell's revenue per employee?

Shell makes about $5.27M in revenue per employee, based on $284.31B annual revenue and 53,911 employees.

How much does Shell pay?

6figr has 742 salary profiles for Shell in India and 74 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Shell salaries page. See Shell salaries in India

Is Shell a public company?

Yes. Shell is publicly traded under the ticker SHEL on NASDAQ.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.