Author: April Ogden, Founder and CEO, It’s Your Outcome

From a labor market perspective, the remote work trend has entered a period of correction—not collapse, but realignment.

In 2023, remote job postings peaked at 44%.

By 2024, that figure sharply declined to just 17%,
according to McKinsey—a drop driven by high-profile return-to-office policies.

Now in 2025, we’re seeing signs of stabilization:

20% of U.S. workers are fully remote, according to Flowlu—a modest rebound, suggesting that remote work has found its new baseline.

Meanwhile, hybrid work is now the dominant model.

Oyster HR reports:

• 53% of remote-capable roles are hybrid
• 27% remain fully remote
• 21% are fully on-site

 

📉 Where Remote Work Stands Now (and What That Means for You)

You’re not imagining it—fully remote roles are harder to find, and competition is higher.

But here’s the kicker: the desire for remote work hasn’t gone anywhere.

In fact, according to Gallup, 9 in 10 remote-capable employees still prefer some form of remote work. That demand is still real—so your strategy has to be, too.

👩🏾‍💼 I’ve seen it firsthand.

One of my clients—mid-career, highly qualified—applied to 40+ remote roles with zero responses.

Once we switched gears, narrowed her focus, and used the right platforms, she landed a fully remote role in 3 weeks.

 

It wasn’t magic. It was strategy.

👇 These are five trusted websites that still list real, fully remote jobs in 2025—with added transparency so you know what to expect before you click “apply.”

🔍 5 Websites That Still List Legit Remote Jobs

✅ We Work Remotely

One of the largest remote-only job boards, with over 6 million monthly visitors. Roles span tech, design, customer support, marketing, and leadership.

🟠 Transparency Tip: Most jobs are from tech companies or startups. It’s free to browse and apply, but the variety outside of tech may be limited. Great for self-starters and flexible professionals.

✅ Remote.co

Created by the same team behind FlexJobs, this board includes listings across healthcare, education, legal, marketing, customer service, and more—not just tech.

🟠 Transparency Tip: Some listings redirect to company websites to apply, which means the experience may vary. But the site is legit and well-curated.

✅ Builtin

A go-to platform for professionals seeking roles in tech-forward or startup environments. Roles include HR, product, finance, and ops—not just engineering.

🟠 Transparency Tip: Many jobs are remote-eligible, but not always fully remote. Be sure to read the fine print—some listings are hybrid even if they appear under “remote.”

✅ Upwork

A trusted freelance platform offering project-based and contract remote work in writing, design, customer service, development, and admin.

🟠 Transparency Tip: You’ll need to create a profile, pitch for projects, and build a reputation. There’s competition—but Upwork’s built-in payment protection makes it one of the safest freelance marketplaces.

✅ FlexJobs

A subscription-based site known for vetting every listing. Especially helpful for non-tech professionals, career changers, and part-time seekers.

🟠 Transparency Tip: It’s not free—the plans vary from weekly to annual, but you can start with a short trial. You’re paying for quality control and scam prevention.

🛡 Quick Note on Safety

All sites above are reputable, but always verify individual postings—especially on freelance marketplaces. Never pay to apply, and double-check company legitimacy before providing personal info.

🚩 3 Mistakes to Avoid in Today’s Remote Job Market

❌ Only using general job boards

❌ Sending the same résumé to every role

❌ Overlooking freelance or contract roles as entry points to remote work

🔑 Bottom Line:

Remote work hasn’t vanished—it’s evolved.

It’s more strategic, more selective—and yes, more competitive.

But it’s still out there.

📌 Save this post

📌 Set your alerts

📌 Apply with intention

Because the people landing remote roles in 2025?

They’re not getting lucky—they’re getting focused.

👥 Tag someone who needs this.

💬 What platform has helped you find remote work—or which one didn’t?

 

Planning to go remote in 2025? This is your blueprint.

🧭 Remote jobs haven’t disappeared.

They’ve just gone underground—
And now, you know exactly where to look.

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📚 For Further Reading

 

Interested in exploring the data behind today’s remote job market trends?

Here’s a recommended resource:

• Visualizing the Decline of Remote Work by Industry

 

(Based on McKinsey research, this chart offers a clear year-over-year view of how remote work has shifted across sectors.)

Additional sources referenced in this post:

• Flowlu – Remote Work Statistics in 2025
• (Breakdown of how many U.S. workers are fully remote vs. hybrid or on-site.)

• Oyster HR – The State of Remote Work in 2025
• (Global insight into remote-capable roles and how work arrangements have evolved.)