Virtual Assistant Job Description

This Virtual Assistant job description template has all you need and can easily be customized. 

Job Descriptions


Virtual Assistant Introduction:

At ________________, we're hiring a Virtual Assistant to support our busy ___________________. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for remote (FT or PT) work and flexibility. The ideal candidate is someone who is very organized, pays attention to detail, and can work under tight deadlines. Similar job experience is not required, but we do need someone dependable who will work hard and bring a positive attitude.

Virtual Assistant Responsibilties:

This position reports to the __________________. Responsibilities may include the following*:

  • Completing Market Research
  • Proofreading and providing edits for copy and other materials as needed
  • Interpreting data and creating data summary presentations
  • Completing data entry projects
  • Scheduling tasks and managing other appointments
  • Assisting with travel planning and accomodations for our _______ team
  • Filtering email and responding to inquiries
  • Assisting with social media management
  • Other tasks as needed

Virtual Assistant Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Administration preferred but not required.
  • 3+ years of working as an assistant
  • Ability to multi-task and work independently
  • Must be able to work remotely with own computer and consistent internet access

Virtual Assistant Core Skills:

  • Professional email communication
  • Dependability
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Typing
  • Multi-tasking
  • Time management
  • Organization
  • Microsoft or G-Suite Products
  • Scheduling
  • Attention to detail

Alongside Pro-Tip:

Virtual Assistants can lighten some of the workloads for other employees. For some busy professionals, they’re almost ‘lifesavers.' The tasks of a virtual assistant vary, depending on the organization and their needs. We’ve included a range of tasks in our template to give you some ideas. *Be sure to outline the specific responsibilities of this role in the job posting. This way, job seekers will better understand the role and if they should apply.

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