VA, Startup Business Virtual Assistant

Position: VA, Startup Business Virtual Assistant
Job Type: Full-time (40 hours / week)

Are you a detail-oriented person?
Do you love or are you good at researching and finding things out on the web?
Do you love organizing and other administrative tasks?
Are you looking to challenge yourself; do you enjoy learning new skills?
Are you interested in getting into a company at the growth stage, where you learning everything it takes to start a new company in Philippines and North America?
If you answered “yes”, to many of these questions, then this job might be a good fit for you!

Job Description:
We are a new software services startup, focused on providing custom software solutions for US-based companies. We are based in the US and are looking to set up an office in the Philippines. In this role, you will play a crucial part in helping us with this.

We are seeking a dedicated Virtual Assistant who is eager to advance their skillset by joining our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 years of experience assisting US-based companies and will be responsible for a variety of tasks that contribute to the success and growth of our startup.

Key Responsibilities:
• Online / offline Web research – Hone your problem-solving skills by tackling challenges with minimal direction, clarifying issues, and finding solutions that work for us. A lot of the job in the beginning is research based, so looking for someone who loves doing this. Examples include comparison shopping, market research, vendor research, getting quotes for different services, sourcing information etc.
• Data entry, email monitoring and management – Be the first point of contact for our customers by monitoring incoming emails and updating our CRM with new customer information.
• Scheduling and calendar management – Manage appointments, meetings, and events for the team, helping to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Meeting and Travel Arrangements – Research prices and book flights and hotel accommodations for business trips.
• Document management – Organize and maintain company files, ensuring that important documents are easily accessible and up to date.
• Invoice and expense tracking – Keep track of invoices and expenses (using Excel), ensuring accurate and timely records to support financial management.
• Other Miscellaneous tasks: as needed, including helping the CEO with personal administrative tasks, outside of the business.

Requirements:
• Candidate needs to be comfortable picking up and using the phone to call Philippines and/or American companies, as part of the Research tasks
• Detail oriented
• Excellent communication skills in English: written, reading and spoken.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively.
• A positive attitude and the ability to learn from feedback.

Required Software Experience:
Competency in: Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook); Ability to use a Web Browser/Search Engine to search for information

(Nice to Have) Software Experience:
Experience using Wix, Basic Video editing & Photo editing; OneDrive; Trello; Slack; Skype

Benefits:
• Opportunities for professional development, skill enhancement, and career growth.
• Get ahead in your career with a profile that will exceed your peers- most VA jobs are mostly data entry and do not provide opportunity to increase your responsibilities. This job will challenge you and boost your skills.
• Be a part of a thriving startup – Join us at the ground level and contribute to the development of innovative, cutting-edge technology solutions.

If you are passionate about building a successful career and excited to contribute to the growth of a pioneering software startup, we encourage you to apply today. We can’t wait to hear from you!

To apply:
1) Please attach your CV, if you have one.

Please answer the following questions in your Cover Letter/Message to me:
2) What interests you about this position
3) How you meet the requirements outlined in the position description, please provide examples if you can
4) What office applications/software are you most familiar with?
5) Did you read the hours needed and the salary offered in the post, are these in line with your salary expectations and working hours?