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Virtual Assistant Location: South Africa, Remote Employment Structure: Independent Contractor Standard Working Hours: 04:00am SAST - 10:00am SAST - Part-Time ( Flexible ) Salary Range: R17 000 per month depending on experience and expertise About Our Client Our client is an exciting girls' football initiative currently in its inaugural season. With a strong focus on community collaboration and empowering young girls through sport, they are building a foundation for future football clubs across …

Virtual Assistant - EMPBLSP01

About the Role Our client, a leading provider of aviation technical solutions, is seeking a skilled and motivated Remote Aviation Systems Technician to join their innovative and distributed team. This role allows you to apply your technical expertise in aviation systems diagnostics, troubleshooting, and support from a remote location. You will be responsible for providing virtual assistance to maintenance teams, analyzing system performance data, assisting with technical documentation, and supp…

Remote Aviation Systems Technician

About the Role Our client, a leading global technology solutions provider, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Industrial Process Engineer to join their innovative team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere in South Africa. You will be instrumental in analyzing, designing, and implementing process improvements across various manufacturing and operational sectors. Your focus will be on enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring the highe…

Senior Industrial Process Engineer (Remote)

About the Role Our client is revolutionizing the construction industry with innovative modular building solutions and is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote Project Coordinator to join their expanding team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa . You will play a crucial role in supporting project managers in the planning, execution, and closure of modular construction projects. Your primary focus will be on administrative…

Remote Project Coordinator - Modular Construction

About the Role Our client is a rapidly expanding online real estate platform seeking a motivated and results-oriented Remote Real Estate Sales Specialist. This fully remote position allows you to leverage your sales expertise and passion for real estate from the comfort of your home office. You will be responsible for guiding clients through the property buying and selling process, utilizing digital tools and communication platforms. The ideal candidate thrives in a virtual environment, possess…

Remote Real Estate Sales Specialist

About the Role Our client is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Remote Project Engineer to join their dynamic construction team, focusing on projects in and around Richards Bay . This is a fully remote position where you will provide critical engineering support, planning, and oversight for civil construction projects, without needing to be physically present on-site daily. You will collaborate closely with on-site project managers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure projects m…

Remote Project Engineer - Civil Construction

About the Role Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Remote Legal Advisor to join their distributed legal team, supporting operations across South Africa. This position offers the flexibility of working entirely from home, providing expert legal counsel on a variety of commercial and regulatory matters. You will play a key role in advising business units, ensuring compliance, and mitigating legal risks without the need for a physical office presence. The ideal candi…

Remote Legal Advisor

About the Role Our client is seeking a resourceful and service-oriented Remote Concierge Specialist to provide exceptional guest support and assistance from a virtual setting, serving a clientele that values bespoke experiences. You will manage guest requests, make recommendations, and coordinate services such as dining reservations, local attractions, and transportation, all through digital communication channels. This role requires outstanding communication skills, local knowledge, and a proa…

Remote Concierge Specialist

About Bamboo Works We're Bamboo Works , a growing international recruitment and staffing firm helping businesses around the world build high-quality remote teams. Our focus is simple: quality over quantity, long-term partnerships, and delivering real value through exceptional talent. As we continue to scale, we're looking for an experienced, commercially driven Sales Executive who can take ownership of new business opportunities, conduct discovery calls, and convert prospective clients into suc…

Sales Executive - Staffing and Recruitment

Job Title: Real Estate Virtual Assistant Our client is a busy real estate professional looking for support with transaction coordination, lead follow-up, administrative tasks, and basic marketing. Job Description Our client is looking for an experienced Real Estate Virtual Assistant. You will support a busy real estate professional. Your tasks will include transaction coordination, lead follow-up, administrative tasks, and basic marketing support. The ideal candidate has previous experience wor…

Real Estate Virtual Assistant

Job Title: Virtual Assistant About The Company Our client is a performance marketing media business that is actively looking to acquire another company. Job Description Our client needs a detail-oriented virtual assistant to help with several key projects. These include querying book agents for a children's book, managing customer relationship management (CRM) deal flow for company acquisitions, and setting up AI agents to automate tasks. You will be responsible for detailed administrative work…

Virtual Assistant – Media

VirtueStaff is are seeking a high-level, confident Executive Assistant to serve as a strategic partner to our client. This is not an "order-taker" role; we need a proactive thinker who will learn the nuances of the business to serve clients and manage operations with autonomy. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and leverages AI and modern tech to stay three steps ahead of the schedule. Responsibilities Proven experience with email and calendar management Manage the owners e…

Executive Assistant / Virtual Assistant

Salary: R23 000 – R25 000 per month Remote Recruitment is hiring a Virtual Assistant for a UK-based employer, fully remote from South Africa. You will own inbox, diary and task management for a UK manager. Role overview You will work as the right hand of a UK manager or small team, keeping inboxes, calendars and to-do lists under control. This is a full-time, 100% remote role for South African talent, working UK hours: 09:00-17:00 UK time (11:00-19:00 SAST). Key responsibilities Triage email an…

Virtual Assistant

Toplent is seeking a proactive and highly organized Virtual Assistant to join a remote team on a full-time basis. You will manage calendars, coordinate tasks, travel, draft reports, and support executives while maintaining confidentiality. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, strong communication, and the ability to work independently are essential. This is a 100% remote role with a competitive USD compensation package. J-18808-Ljbffr

Remote Virtual Assistant — Elite Exec Support & Admin

My client is looking for two experienced Virtual Assistants who will do far more than administrative support. A significant part of the role is representing Vertex in virtual meetings. These professionals will often be the first point of contact for prospective partners and clients, so presence, polish and communication matter as much as admin ability. Representing Vertex in Virtual Meetings Introduce Vertex International Recruitment Ltd. to prospective partners and clients. Present the company…

VIRTUAL ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR R20 000

IMPORTANT: after you apply, please check your email. We send you a link to complete your application — it is not considered until that last step is done. If you do not see it, check your spam folder. This is a fully remote position , open to candidates based in South Africa. Pay: $15–$30/hr Job Title: Virtual Assistant Job Type: Full time Location: Remote The Role We’re looking for a proactive, highly organized Virtual Assistant to support day-to-day operations across our distributed team. You’…

RemoteJobsOne is seeking a proactive Virtual Assistant to support day-to-day operations for a distributed team. This fully remote role is open to candidates based in South Africa, with duties spanning scheduling, documentation, and administrative tasks. You will own onboarding, team logistics, gifting operations for our internal team and clients, manage trackers and vendor relationships, and coordinate purchasing and expenses. J-18808-Ljbffr

Remote Virtual Assistant - Operations & Gifting Specialist

Requirements

1\. Education \& Experience

* High school diploma or equivalent (minimum)
* Diploma or degree in Business Administration or related field (preferred)
* 2\+ years' experience in an administrative, executive assistant, or PA role
* Experience supporting senior managers, executives, or directors

2\. Administrative Skills

* Calendar and diary management
* Scheduling meetings and appointments
* Organizing travel and accommodation arrangements
* Managing correspondence, emails, and phone calls
* Preparing reports, presentations, and meeting minutes
* Filing and document management
* Expense and invoice administration

3\. Technical Skills

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite:
* Outlook
* Word
* Excel
* PowerPoint
* Teams
* Ability to use document management systems
* Experience with virtual meeting platforms
* Basic reporting and data analysis skills

4\. Communication Skills

* Excellent written and verbal communication
* Professional telephone etiquette
* Ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels
* Strong presentation and reporting skills
* Ability to draft professional correspondence

5\. Organizational Skills

* Exceptional time management
* Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
* Strong attention to detail
* Ability to meet deadlines under pressure
* Effective record\-keeping capabilities

6\. Personal Attributes

* Highly professional and trustworthy
* Discreet with confidential information
* Proactive and self\-motivated
* Reliable and dependable
* Flexible and adaptable
* Strong problem\-solving ability
* Positive attitude and customer\-service mindset

7\. Stakeholder Management

* Coordinate with internal departments
* Liaise with customers, suppliers, and external partners
* Manage executive requirements and priorities
* Facilitate communication between management and staff

8\. Meeting Management

* Arrange meeting logistics
* Prepare agendas
* Distribute meeting materials
* Take accurate minutes
* Track and follow up on action items

9\. Travel Management

* Book flights, hotels, and transport
* Prepare travel itineraries
* Manage travel\-related documentation
* Process travel expenses and reimbursements

10\. Compliance \& Confidentiality

* Maintain confidentiality of company information
* Adhere to company policies and procedures
* Ensure compliance with data protection requirements
* Secure handling of sensitive documents

Key Competencies

* Communication
* Planning and organizing
* Multitasking
* Confidentiality
* Professionalism
* Attention to detail
* Initiative
* Relationship management
* Time management
* Problem solving

Work Location: In person

Personal Assistant (PA)

**Location:** Cape Town, South Africa  

**Working Hours:** US Business Hours  

**Employment Type:** Full\-Time  

**Industry:** Executive Search \| Investment Banking \| Private Markets

### **About the Opportunity**


We are seeking an experienced Executive Search / Sales Consultant to join a boutique international executive search firm specialising in Investment Banking and Private Markets.


This position is suited to a confident, commercially minded recruitment professional with a proven track record in headhunting and managing relationships with senior\-level candidates.


You will work on executive search mandates within the US banking market, identifying, approaching and engaging experienced financial services professionals.


The successful candidate must demonstrate exceptional professionalism, strong communication skills and the credibility required to engage with senior bankers and financial services executives.

 **Requirements**  

### **Key Responsibilities**

* Manage the candidate side of executive search assignments across the US investment banking market.
* Proactively headhunt and engage senior banking and financial services professionals.
* Identify suitable candidates through direct sourcing, market mapping and professional networks.
* Conduct detailed candidate interviews and qualification discussions.
* Build strong relationships with senior professionals and maintain ongoing candidate engagement.
* Present career opportunities professionally and confidentially.
* Assess candidate experience, motivations and suitability for executive\-level opportunities.
* Manage candidate communications throughout the recruitment process.
* Develop and maintain talent pipelines across investment banking and private markets.
* Collaborate with senior consultants on retained executive search mandates.
* Provide market intelligence and candidate insights to support search strategies.

### **Candidate Requirements**

* Proven experience in executive search, headhunting or specialist recruitment.
* Strong track record of sourcing and engaging senior\-level professionals.
* Experience recruiting within investment banking, financial services or private markets would be highly advantageous.
* Excellent candidate relationship management and interviewing skills.
* Strong commercial awareness and understanding of professional recruitment processes.
* Confident communicating with senior bankers, executives and decision\-makers.
* Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
* Professional presentation and strong interpersonal skills, particularly during video interviews.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple recruitment assignments.
* Based in Cape Town and available to work US business hours.

### **Ideal Candidate Profile**


We are particularly interested in candidates who:

* Have a successful track record in headhunting and direct candidate engagement.
* Are confident approaching senior professionals in competitive markets.
* Can build credibility and rapport quickly.
* Understand the importance of discretion and confidentiality in executive recruitment.
* Are proactive, commercially driven and results\-oriented.
* Present themselves professionally and communicate confidently with international clients and candidates.

**Important:** This is a specialist headhunting position. Candidates must have previous recruitment experience. Administrative, virtual assistant and general coordination backgrounds will not be considered.

### **Why Consider This Opportunity?**

* Work with an established international executive search business.
* Gain exposure to senior\-level investment banking and private markets recruitment.
* Engage with experienced professionals across the US financial services market.
* Develop specialist expertise in international executive search.
* Work on high\-value, retained recruitment assignments.

Executive Search / Sales Consultant

We are a staffing firm recruiting an experienced Virtual Patient Coordinator & eClinicalWorks Specialist on behalf of a thriving, private cash-based medical wellness and weight management clinic located in Florida. Our client provides personalized, high-touch care to an active adult patient demographic (primarily ages 45). Due to rapid referral-based growth, the practice is seeking a dedicated, highly organized administrative professional to streamline practice operations, transition legacy sch…

Patient Coordinator & EMR Specialist (Part-Time)

**Location:** Cape Town, South Africa  

**Working Hours:** US Business Hours  

**Employment Type:** Full\-Time  

**Industry:** Executive Search \| Investment Banking \| Private Markets

### **About the Opportunity**


We are recruiting an experienced Executive Search Researcher to join a boutique international executive search firm specialising in Investment Banking and Private Markets.


This is an opportunity to work on high\-level international recruitment mandates, identifying and engaging senior banking and financial services professionals across the US market.


The ideal candidate will have a strong background in executive search research, talent sourcing or financial services recruitment, with excellent communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with senior professionals.

 **Requirements**  

### **Key Responsibilities**

* Conduct detailed market research and talent mapping across investment banking and private markets.
* Identify and source high\-calibre candidates for retained executive search assignments.
* Proactively headhunt professionals across the US financial services market.
* Build and maintain targeted candidate pipelines and talent databases.
* Research investment banks, private equity firms and other financial institutions.
* Engage potential candidates through LinkedIn, email and direct outreach.
* Conduct initial candidate screening and qualification conversations.
* Prepare candidate profiles, market intelligence reports and research summaries.
* Work closely with senior search consultants to support live recruitment mandates.
* Maintain accurate candidate records and track recruitment activity.

### **Candidate Requirements**

* Previous experience in executive search research, talent sourcing or financial services recruitment.
* Experience sourcing senior or specialist professionals.
* Strong research, market mapping and candidate identification skills.
* Confident using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean searches and recruitment databases.
* Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
* Professional and credible when engaging with senior\-level candidates.
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple searches.
* Based in Cape Town and comfortable working US business hours.

**Important:** This is a specialist recruitment research position, not an administrative or virtual assistant role. Previous recruitment or executive search experience is essential.

Executive Search Researcher

**This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Virtual Administrative Support Specialist based in South Africa.**
 The Virtual Administrative Support Specialist will play a key role in ensuring smooth daily operations through reliable administrative assistance, customer service, and basic technical support. This fully remote position is ideal for an organized, tech\-savvy professional who enjoys helping clients and keeping workflows efficient. You will manage customer inquiries, troubleshoot common technical issues, coordinate appointments, and maintain accurate calendars and records. Working closely with clients and internal teams, you will ensure clear communication, timely follow\-ups, and a consistently positive customer experience. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent time management, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently. You will also contribute to improving administrative processes and organizing workflows in a fast\-paced, service\-oriented environment. If you are proactive, solution\-focused, and comfortable working with international clients during US business hours, this opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact from the comfort of your home.
   

  

 Accountabilities
   

  

* Customer Service and Technical Support: Respond promptly and professionally to customer inquiries via email, live chat, and phone. Troubleshoot basic technical issues by providing clear, step\-by\-step guidance, escalate complex problems to the appropriate teams, and maintain high standards of customer satisfaction.
* Calendar and Schedule Management: Manage and maintain calendars accurately, schedule and reschedule meetings, coordinate appointments across different time zones, and send timely reminders to ensure all participants are informed and prepared.
* Appointment Setting and Follow\-Up: Coordinate and confirm appointments with clients and internal stakeholders, follow up on leads and inquiries to secure bookings, and maintain organized records of scheduled, confirmed, and completed appointments.
* Administrative Operations: Handle general administrative tasks, maintain accurate documentation, update records, prepare reports, and support the organization of day\-to\-day business activities.
* Communication and Coordination: Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders to ensure requests are handled efficiently and information is shared appropriately.
* Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve administrative workflows, streamline recurring tasks, and enhance operational efficiency through effective organization and the use of digital tools.
* Independent Task Management: Prioritize multiple responsibilities, meet deadlines, monitor outstanding requests, and ensure daily activities are completed accurately and on time while working remotely.


**Requirements**
* Relevant Experience: At least three years of professional experience in virtual assistance, administrative support, office coordination, or a related role.
* Customer Service and Technical Support: Demonstrated experience assisting customers, handling inquiries, resolving basic technical issues, and escalating problems when necessary.
* Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally, clearly, and consistently with clients and internal teams.
* Organization and Time Management: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage calendars, appointments, documentation, and competing priorities effectively.
* Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and customer relationship management (CRM) systems. The ability to learn new software and digital platforms quickly is essential.
* Scheduling Tools: Practical experience using calendar and appointment scheduling tools such as Calendly, Google Calendar, or Microsoft Outlook.
* Problem\-Solving Skills: A proactive, solution\-oriented approach to handling customer requests, resolving routine issues, and identifying opportunities to improve workflows.
* Independent Working Style: The ability to work autonomously, remain accountable for assigned tasks, and maintain productivity in a fast\-paced, fully remote environment.
* Remote Work Readiness: A reliable internet connection and a quiet, professional home working environment suitable for customer communications and administrative tasks.
* Availability: Willingness and ability to work during Eastern Standard Time (EST) business hours, coordinating effectively with US\-based clients and teams.
* Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience supporting US\-based clients, familiarity with helpdesk or ticketing platforms such as Zendesk or Freshdesk, and a strong interest in technology and digital productivity tools.


**Benefits**
* Competitive Monthly Salary: Earn between ZAR 17,000 and ZAR 20,000 per month, depending on skills and experience.
* Fully Remote Work: Work from home anywhere in South Africa, with no daily office commute.
* Full\-Time Employment: Enjoy a consistent 40\-hour workweek with clearly defined responsibilities.
* International Exposure: Develop your experience working with clients and teams operating on US business hours.
* Professional Development: Strengthen your customer service, technical support, scheduling, and administrative skills while gaining experience with a range of digital tools.
* Technology\-Driven Environment: Use modern productivity, communication, and scheduling platforms to support efficient day\-to\-day operations.
* Meaningful Contribution: Help improve customer satisfaction, strengthen client relationships, and keep business operations organized and running smoothly.


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Virtual Administrative Support Specialist

**Salary: TBC**

**Location: Remote**

**About the role**


A boutique London law firm that specialises in shareholder agreements and disputes is looking for a precise, discreet Virtual Assistant to support its principal solicitor. You’ll manage his inbox, produce legal content with the help of AI tools, and look after the firm’s website and newsletter. In this role, accuracy matters more than flair.

**What you’ll do**

* Join a daily 11:00 UK call to agree priorities, then manage and file the inbox
* Use AI tools and Lexis to write a weekly case summary for the website, and fact\-check every date, citation and case name before submitting it
* Turn published case pages into a monthly newsletter in Brevo, and manage contacts and automations there
* Publish content in WordPress with the correct formatting, Canva Pro images and SEO fields
* Maintain the WordPress site: updates, backups, broken links and security
* Run monthly SEO checks and send short reports with recommendations
* Log in to Clio once a week for inbox management
* Monitor LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and suggest video ideas

 **You’ll be a great fit if you have**

* At least 2 years’ experience as a VA or PA, ideally with a law firm or professional services firm
* Excellent written English (UK) and the ability to edit AI\-generated content critically and fact\-check it
* Hands\-on experience with WordPress and Canva
* Basic SEO knowledge
* Experience with Brevo or Mailchimp (a strong advantage)
* Familiarity with Clio or Lexis (a bonus)
* A track record of handling confidential information. An NDA is required.
* A calm, organised and proactive approach, and you ask questions rather than assume
* A secure private laptop, reliable internet and a power backup

**Bonus points for** a paralegal, legal secretary or law degree background.

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