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Voices of Virtual Coworker: What Our Virtual Assistants Say About Their Journey
“Working as a part-time Virtual Coworker allowed me to learn and expand my knowledge and earn a competitive salary while having the best time to spend with family and friends. Work-life balance at its finest! VC is a Very Cool company to work with.”
Arvin
Administration Officer
“Working with Virtual Coworker gives us a lot of opportunities, especially since I had no idea what a virtual assistant was. However, with their assistance, I was able to experience a work-life balance, giving us the freedom to work from home and the chance to develop and succeed.”
EJ
Tax Appointment Specialist
“I’ve had the privilege of being a part of Virtual Coworker for over a year, and it has been an incredibly rewarding journey. After just a brief orientation, I was seamlessly connected with a client who, to this day, I continue to work with on exciting projects.”
John
Web Developer
“I always wanted to work from home, and Virtual Coworker made it happen seamlessly. This setup is the best of both worlds: super comfortable and really rewarding. I’m loving this balance between my career and personal life.”
Randall
PHP Developer
“I love working with Virtual Coworker. Everyone is super welcoming and always ready to help. Plus, they’re super punctual with payments. The whole application process was also way quicker than I expected.”
Phoebe
Virtual Assistant
“Thanks to Virtual Coworker, I have been able to build a strong, trust-filled relationship with my employer, allowing me to excel in my role and manage my time effectively. No more commuting and sitting in traffic!”
Theresa
Virtual Assistant
Sample Virtual Assistant Job Description
Example of Virtual Assistant Job Description from one of our clients. To see current job descriptions and openings, search job openings.
Job Title: Virtual Assistant
Job Summary: We are in search of a meticulously organized Virtual Assistant to deliver extensive administrative support across our organization. The ideal candidate will be proficient in handling remote tasks, exhibit strong communication abilities, and be skilled with various online collaboration tools. As a Virtual Assistant, your role is integral to optimizing daily workflows, boosting productivity, and maintaining clear communication across the company.
Key Duties:
- Administrative Duties:
- Schedule, arrange, and manage appointments and meetings for staff.
- Organize travel plans, accommodations, and detailed itineraries.
- Manage incoming emails and prioritize them for prompt attention.
- Prepare, refine, and format documents as needed.
- Communication Oversight:
- Act as the primary contact among staff, clients, and external parties.
- Ensure effective communication using emails, instant messaging, and video conferencing.
- Keep an efficient system for inquiry tracking and response.
- Task Management:
- Prioritize and oversee tasks to meet important deadlines.
- Work closely with team members to monitor project milestones and outputs.
- Support project management through effective document and file handling.
- Research and Information Gathering:
- Perform online searches to collect data, insights, and industry trends.
- Organize findings to aid in executive decision-making.
- Technical Skills:
- Adept at navigating and utilizing online collaboration platforms such as Google Workspace and Microsoft Office, along with various project management tools.
- Quick to adapt to new technologies and software when required.
Requirements:
- Demonstratable background as a virtual assistant or in a similar administrative capacity.
- Exceptional organizing and task management capabilities.
- Proficient communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experienced with digital collaboration tools and office applications.
- Highly discreet with a commitment to handling confidential information.
- Independent, driven, with the capability to operate at minimal oversight.
- Ready to work during standard business hours, adaptable to various time zones.
Educational and Professional Background:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related areas is ideal.
- Experience in virtual assistance or administrative support is beneficial.