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Hire a virtual administrative assistant

A virtual administrative assistant handles the repeatable back-office work that eats your week: data entry, document prep, scheduling, order processing, and keeping records current.

What they handle

  • Data entry and spreadsheet maintenance
  • Document preparation and e-signature routing
  • Appointment setting and reminders
  • Order, invoice, and vendor paperwork
  • File organization and records cleanup
  • Research and list building

Tools they use

  • Google Sheets / Excel
  • DocuSign
  • Dropbox
  • Trello
  • Zoho

What we screen for

  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Process discipline
  • Comfort with SOPs

Typical schedule

Part-time or full-time, often flexible hours.

Questions about hiring a virtual administrative assistant

What is the difference between an administrative and executive assistant?

Admin VAs focus on repeatable operational tasks for the business. Executive VAs focus on one leader and their time, inbox, and priorities.

How long does it take to hire a virtual administrative assistant?

Most placements take about 14 days from discovery call to start date, including skills testing and your finalist interviews.

What does it cost?

A one-time placement fee ($2,000–$3,000 depending on plan) plus the VA’s hourly wage. Managed plans add a monthly fee of $300 for the first VA plus $75 for each additional VA.

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