How much do virtual assistants make?

Virtual assistants earn $18-$75/hour depending on specialization. General VAs earn $18-$28/hour, executive assistants $30-$50/hour, and specialized VAs (legal, medical, marketing) $45-$75/hour. Full-time VA positions pay $38,000-$75,000 annually. US-based VAs earn $22-$40/hour; international VAs from Philippines earn $8-$18/hour for equivalent work. Top VAs with niche expertise and long-term clients exceed $100,000 annually.

What tasks do virtual assistants do?

Virtual assistants handle email management (inbox zero systems), calendar scheduling, travel booking, data entry, social media management, customer service, basic bookkeeping, and research. Executive VAs manage confidential communications, meeting preparation, and stakeholder coordination. Specialized VAs offer podcast production, real estate transaction coordination, e-commerce management, or marketing automation at premium rates.

How do I become a virtual assistant with no experience?

List transferable skills: organization, communication, computer proficiency, customer service, scheduling. Create profiles on Belay, Time Etc, and Upwork. Offer introductory rates ($18-$22/hour) to build reviews and testimonials. Specialize in one area (real estate, e-commerce, coaching businesses) to command higher rates faster. VA businesses become profitable within 3-6 months of consistent client acquisition. First clients often come from personal network referrals.

What software should virtual assistants know?

Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets) and Microsoft Office are mandatory. Project management tools (Asana, Trello, Monday.com, ClickUp) manage client work. Communication platforms (Slack, Zoom) enable client collaboration. Password managers (LastPass, 1Password) secure client accounts. Scheduling tools (Calendly, Acuity) automate appointments. Social media VAs need Buffer or Hootsuite. Bookkeeping VAs need QuickBooks or Xero.

How do virtual assistants find clients?

VA agencies (Belay, Time Etc, Boldly) provide steady client flow at $18-$30/hour after platform fees. Freelance platforms (Upwork, Fiverr) enable direct client acquisition at higher rates. LinkedIn outreach to entrepreneurs and small business owners converts at 3-5%. Facebook groups for target industries (coaches, realtors, e-commerce) provide warm leads. Referrals from satisfied clients are the primary growth channel—ask every client for introductions.

What is an executive virtual assistant?

Executive virtual assistants support C-level executives and founders with high-level administrative work: complex calendar management across time zones, confidential communication handling, board meeting preparation, travel coordination, and project management. Executive VAs earn $35-$60/hour ($70,000-$120,000 annually). Roles require exceptional judgment, discretion, proactive problem-solving, and anticipating needs before being asked.

How should I price my virtual assistant services?

Research market rates: general VA $20-$30/hour, specialized VA $35-$55/hour, executive VA $45-$70/hour. Calculate minimum rate based on income needs and available working hours. Start at market rate or slightly below to build reviews, then increase 15-20% every 6 months. Offer monthly retainer packages (20 hours/month at slight discount) for income stability. Hourly rates above $50 require demonstrated expertise and strong testimonials.

What is the difference between a VA and an executive assistant?

Virtual assistants are self-employed contractors handling task-based work for multiple clients. Executive assistants are employees serving as strategic partners to one executive with benefits and job security. VAs control their schedule and rates; EAs have fixed hours and salary. VAs earn $40,000-$100,000 depending on client base; EAs earn $55,000-$110,000 with benefits. Many EAs transition to VA work for flexibility and higher income potential.

Remote Virtual Assistant Jobs in Philippines (167)

Hybrid General Virtual Assistant - Full Time with Real Estate Experience

Wing Assistant · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Wing Assistant

🌎 Philippines 💵 24500 - 25000 per month ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant Virtual Assistant

The role involves monitoring and responding to tenant communications via phone and text regarding maintenance, payments, and late rent notifications, while also assisting tenants with portal access and maintenance ticket submission. Additionally, the assistant will schedule property tours, manage data entry in Rent Manager, and handle inquiries on listing platforms like Zillow and manage Airbnb/Pad Split communications.

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Appointment Setter

GrowBeyond · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

GrowBeyond

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant

The Appointment Setter will be responsible for reaching out to prospective clients via calls, email, SMS, and social media to qualify leads based on client criteria. This role also involves booking discovery calls and meetings for the sales team or client while consistently following up with leads.

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General Virtual Assistant - Full Time

Wing Assistant · · 18 Weeks Ago

Wing Assistant

🌎 Philippines 💵 30000 - 33000 per month ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant Virtual Assistant

The General Virtual Assistant will manage administrative tasks including email correspondence and supplier communication, involving calls and follow-ups. Key duties also include processing invoices, assisting with payroll, timesheet entries, expense filing, and light data entry.

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Appointment Setter (Remote)

Outsource Access · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

Outsource Access

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant

The primary role involves initiating high-impact conversations with target firms to convert cold leads into qualified business opportunities by acting as the professional voice of the company. This includes qualifying prospects against strict criteria and maintaining sales pipeline integrity through accurate CRM updates for seamless handoffs to Sales Managers.

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Remote Executive Assistant

Wing Assistant · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

Wing Assistant

🌎 Philippines 💵 $880 - $1455 per month ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant Executive Assistant

Responsibilities include managing financial tasks like creating invoices and tracking expenses, gathering data for reports, and handling extensive administrative duties such as organizing files, managing calendars, and coordinating travel arrangements. The role also involves data entry, research, CRM updates for marketing/sales, internal communication, and handling correspondence via email and phone.

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Remote Real Estate Virtual Assistant

Wing Assistant · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

Wing Assistant

🌎 Philippines 💵 34000 - 56000 per month ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant Virtual Assistant

The role involves managing real estate listings, addressing customer inquiries, and maintaining transaction documentation. Responsibilities also include creating and managing a prospect pipeline, updating the CRM, and coordinating promotional activities like open houses.

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General Virtual Assistant (Toast Expert)

Outsource Access · Full Time · 20 Weeks Ago

Outsource Access

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant Virtual Assistant

The role centers on leveraging deep expertise in Toast POS to manage operational reports and menu updates, while ensuring accurate data management for the business. Additionally, the assistant will handle QuickBooks navigation for accurate transaction recording and maintain inbox/calendar efficiency.

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Executive Assistant (Remote)

Wing Assistant · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Wing Assistant

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant Executive Assistant

The Executive Assistant will be responsible for managing schedules, organizing documents, and preparing reports. Additional duties include data entry, coordinating team calendars, and handling correspondence.

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Executive Assistant (PH)

Wing Assistant · Full Time · 21 Weeks Ago

Wing Assistant

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant Executive Assistant

The Executive Assistant will be responsible for managing schedules, organizing documents, and coordinating communication within the team. Additional tasks include data entry, research, and preparing reports.

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Virtual Assistant

Elite Personal Assistance · Full Time · 22 Weeks Ago

Elite Personal Assistance

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant Virtual Assistant

The Virtual Assistant will assist with various administrative tasks across real estate, sales management, back-office support, and marketing support. This includes managing schedules, tenant communications, lead generation, and ensuring smooth operations.

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Business Operations Associate

Contrarian Thinking · Full Time · 23 Weeks Ago

Contrarian Thinking

🌎 Bangladesh, Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant

The role involves supporting strategic planning and execution by building models, creating dashboards, tracking KPIs, and identifying opportunities or shortfalls. Responsibilities also include creating polished deliverables for stakeholders and diving into financial and operational data to surface actionable insights.

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Executive Assistant for Tech Startup

Pomelo · Full Time · 24 Weeks Ago

Pomelo

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant Executive Assistant

The Executive Assistant will support a VC-backed digital health startup by managing administrative and operational tasks. This includes organizing emails and calendars, scheduling meetings, and overseeing project timelines.

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Executive Assistant VA

Virtual Rockstar · Full Time · 25 Weeks Ago

Virtual Rockstar

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant Executive Assistant

The Executive Assistant VA will support daily operations by managing emails, handling calls, coordinating schedules, and following up with leads. This role is essential for ensuring that potential clients are properly attended to and that administrative processes are streamlined.

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General Virtual Assistant - (Bilingual - Mandarin/Cantonese)

Wing Assistant · Full Time · 25 Weeks Ago

Wing Assistant

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant Virtual Assistant

The General Virtual Assistant will provide administrative language support, manage documentation, and assist with general administrative tasks. They will also handle communications and ensure accurate meeting minutes are taken.

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General VA with QBO Experience

OurAssistants · Full Time · 25 Weeks Ago

OurAssistants

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant

The General Virtual Assistant will manage day-to-day administrative operations, including calendar management and financial support using QuickBooks Online. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to operate independently in a dynamic environment.

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General Virtual Assistant - ENTRY

Wing Assistant · Full Time · 25 Weeks Ago

Wing Assistant

🌎 Philippines 💵 22000 - 25000 per month ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant Virtual Assistant

The General Virtual Assistant will provide scalable executive and operational support to improve response speed and streamline processes. Key tasks include vendor onboarding, data entry, invoicing, and customer support.

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Admin Assistant - Xero | ZR_28629_JOB 18 APPLICANTS

BruntWork · Full Time · 38 Weeks Ago

BruntWork

🌎 Philippines, Singapore ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Virtual Assistant

The Administrative Assistant will manage bookkeeping operations using Xero, oversee client communications, and provide general administrative support. This role is essential for maintaining smooth business operations in the urban farming sector.

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