Virtual Assistant Opportunities

If you’re considering becoming a Virtual Assistant (VA), it’s important to understand what the role entails. According to Wikipedia, “A Virtual Assistant is generally self-employed and provides professional administrative, technical, or creative assistance to clients remotely from a home office.”

To put it simply, a Virtual Assistant is like a secretary or administrative assistant, but instead of working in a traditional office, they handle tasks remotely from home. Thanks to the internet, you can assist clients anywhere in the world whether they’re in a different state or even a different country.

Most Virtual Assistants work as independent contractors and set their schedules and work with multiple clients. If you’re successful, you can build a business offering your administrative skills to clients while enjoying the flexibility of working from home.

If this sounds like a great opportunity, below is a list of companies that connect Virtual Assistants with clients looking for remote support.

Zirtual 

Who They Hire: Independent Contractor Virtual Executive Assistants (U.S. only)
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–6 PM (U.S. Federal Holidays off)
Time Zones: Clients are assigned based on Pacific or Eastern Time Zones

To qualify for a position at Zirtual, you’ll need either a degree or a minimum of seven years of experience as an executive assistant, with at least four years of administrative expertise.

Pay: Virtual Assistants earn 50% of their client’s monthly subscription fee. You can expect an hourly wage of $13.00 to $18.00 per hour.

Fancy Hands

Who They Hire: Virtual Assistants to complete small administrative tasks
Skills Needed: Strong phone communication & internet research skills
Work Hours: Flexible you set your schedule

At Fancy Hands, tasks can range from making phone calls to scheduling appointments and conducting online research.

Pay: Starts at $3.00 to $7.00 per task, but your rate can increase over time. Payments are made every other Tuesday via Dwolla.

Bodly

Who They Hire: Executive Assistants, Marketing & Social Media Specialists, Project Managers, and Paralegal Assistants
Work Type: W-2 employee (not an independent contractor)
Schedule: You set your hours

Boldly is a staffing company that matches experienced Virtual Assistants with Executives, Small Business Owners, and Entrepreneurs. When you apply, you can choose a role that aligns with your expertise, but you must have at least seven years of experience in that field.

Pay: Starts at $20.00 per hour, and because you’re a W-2 employee, your taxes are automatically deducted.

Upwork

Who They Hire: Freelancers for various remote jobs, including Virtual Assistant roles
Work Type: Independent contractor

Upwork is one of the largest freelance marketplaces, connecting freelancers with businesses that need remote help. As a Virtual Assistant, you can set your rates, browse job listings, and submit proposals for projects that match your skills.

Jobs on Upwork can range from short-term gigs to long-term contracts. The platform charges a service fee, which decreases as you earn more:

• 20% on the first $500 you make with a client

• 10% on earnings between $500 and $10,000

• 5% on anything above $10,000

Pay: Varies you set your rates and choose a payment method that works for you.

Time Ect

Who They Hire: Freelance Virtual Assistants for administrative tasks
Experience Needed: At least five years of administrative work experience
Work Schedule: Must be available to work during daytime hours

Time Etc specializes in matching freelance Virtual Assistants with entrepreneurs who need help managing their workload.

Pay: Starts at $11.00 per hour, with part-time opportunities available.

GURU

Who They Hire: Freelancers for various remote jobs, similar to Upwork
Work Type: Independent contractor

Guru functions like Upwork, allowing freelancers to bid on projects and set their rates. While there may be fewer job listings compared to Upwork, Guru offers a unique feature called SafePay, which requires clients to prepay for services. This ensures that funds are secured before you begin work.

Pay: You set your rates, but Guru charges a flat 5% transaction fee on all payments.

Fiverr

Who They Hire: Freelancers offering a variety of digital services, including Virtual Assistance
Work Type: Independent contractor

On Fiverr, freelancers create gigs advertising their services whether it’s administrative assistance, graphic design, or customer support. Unlike other platforms where you apply for jobs, Fiverr clients browse listings and hire freelancers directly.

Pay: You can charge anywhere from $5.00 to $995 per gig. However, Fiverr takes a 20% commission from every payment.

Fiverr also offers online courses to help freelancers enhance their skills and attract more clients.

In Conclusion

Becoming a Virtual Assistant is a great way to work from home, set your schedule, and earn a steady income. However, your success depends on finding the right platform that matches your experience level, skill set, and preferred work style.

If you’re a beginner, platforms like Fancy Hands, Fiverr, and Upwork allow you to build experience and gain clients. If you have more experience, companies like Zirtual, Boldly, and Time Etc may be a better fit, offering higher pay and long-term opportunities.

No matter which route you take, Virtual Assistance is a growing industry and with the right approach, you can turn it into a thriving career or business.

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