What is a Remote Personal Assistant?

A Remote Assistant (RA), also known as a Virtual Assistant (VA), is a self-employed professional who provides administrative, technical, or creative assistance to clients from a remote location - undertaking tasks such as diary management, scheduling, electronic filing, proofreading, email management, social media support, and research. 

  • Remote Work

    RAs / VAs work remotely, allowing them to serve clients across different locations and time zones. 

  • Administrative Tasks

    Common tasks include scheduling appointments, managing emails, and organising documents. 

  • Technical Tasks

    RAs / VAs can also handle technical tasks like website maintenance, social media management, data entry, and updating CRM systems. 

  • Creative Tasks

    Some RAs / VAs specialise in creative tasks like graphic design, writing, or content creation. 

  • Flexibility

    VAs offer flexibility for clients, allowing them to outsource tasks and focus on core business activities. 

  • Self-Employment

    RAs / VAs are typically self-employed, meaning they set their own hours, rates, and choose their clients. 

  • Skills

    RAs / VAs need strong organisational, communication, and time management skills, as well as proficiency in relevant software and tools. 

Examples of tasks:

  • Making Travel Arrangements 

  • Managing Social Media Accounts 

  • Creating Presentations 

  • Calendar Management

  • Answering Emails

  • Proofreading

  • Typing Documents

  • Research

  • Electronic Filing

  • Event Planning