Virtual Assistant
Remuneration: | negotiable depending on experience |
Location: | South Africa |
Job level: | Senior |
Type: | Permanent |
Reference: | #VA |
Company: | Outsourcery |
Job description
Are you a talented, experienced Virtual Assistant looking to work on exciting projects? At Outsourcery, we connect skilled professionals with diverse opportunities across a variety of clients and industries.
Why Apply?
Work Remotely - but not AloneEnjoy the flexibility of remote work while partnering with diverse clients and industries. But flexibility doesn’t mean freelancing — you’ll be part of a team, with clients who count on you to show up, take ownership, and deliver real results.
Be Part of a High-Performance Team CultureWe’re a supportive, collaborative team - but we’re not laid-back when it comes to standards. We hire professionals who take initiative, manage their client relationships proactively, and are constantly seeking ways to add value. You’ll be expected to take charge of your success here.
Grow Your Career - Through Challenge and ResponsibilityYou’ll work with established and upcoming brands, develop in-demand skills, and gain experience across industries. But career growth at Outsourcery isn’t automatic - it comes from stepping up, solving problems, and showing clients and colleagues what you’re capable of.
Work with Purpose - and with AccountabilityWe believe in Excellence, Ownership, Integrity, and building Strong Partnerships. Living those values means being accountable, taking responsibility for your work and relationships, and being someone clients and teammates can rely on.
What You'll Be DoingAs a
Virtual Assistant, you’ll provide seamless administrative and operational support to businesses and individuals, keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. From managing schedules to handling correspondence, you’ll be the backbone of daily operations.
- Calendar & Inbox Management – You’ll handle scheduling, emails, and prioritising tasks like a pro.
- Administrative Support – From coordinating appointments to managing online errands, your organisational skills will keep things efficient.
- Communication & Research – Handling calls, setting reminders, and digging deep into research for reports and presentations.
- File & Meeting Management – Organising digital files, preparing documents, and taking detailed meeting minutes.
- Travel & Event Coordination – Booking travel, scheduling webinars, and ensuring smooth logistics when needed.
- Basic Financial Admin & CRM Management – While not mandatory, experience with invoicing, CRM systems, and financial record-keeping is a plus!
- Basic Design Skills – Familiarity with Canva (or similar tools) will be beneficial.
Bonus Skills That Will Set You ApartMany of our clients look for additional expertise beyond core admin tasks. If you have any of these skills, you’ll have a competitive edge:
- Sales & Customer Support.
- Financial Admin & Support.
- Project Management - managing and supporting role-specific projects.
- Experience working with international clients.
- Experience working across multiple industries and projects / clients.
Requirements
- Superb Organisation Skills – You thrive on structure and know how to keep things running like clockwork.
- Excellent Communication – Professional-level written and spoken English skills are essential.
- Tech-Savvy & Adaptable – You’re comfortable learning new software, using AI, and other platforms.
- Detail-Oriented & Problem-Solver – Your attention to detail is second to none. No challenge is too big or too small for you!
- Proactive & Self-Sufficient – You take initiative and don’t wait for instructions to get things done.
- Account Management & Growth - You are great at building relationships, strong partnerships, and growing with clients and their businesses.
- South African Citizen or Permanent Resident – This role is location-specific, and you need to be legally allowed to work in South Africa.
Posted on 04 Aug 15:26, Closing date 3 Oct