Remote Virtual Executive Assistant

Zirtual; Brownsville (TX); Remote; USD 17,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Zirtual is a work-life balanced company that provides clients with experienced, highly skilled remote assistants for both personal and professional needs. Our Executive Assistants are committed to delivering efficient, proactive, and high-quality support that meets and exceeds client expectations.

The Executive Assistant is a vital member of the Zirtual team and serves as the primary point of contact for assigned clients.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–4 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar role.
• Experience supporting multiple clients or executives preferred.
• Typing ability of at least 50 WPM with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate complex calendars and appointments across time zones.
• Draft and respond to emails; prioritize communications; act as liaison with contacts.
• Prepare documents, presentations, and reports; handle data entry and file organization.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and detailed itineraries; manage changes as needed.
• Support day-to-day business operations and project coordination; identify efficiency improvements.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Time management

Excellent written and verbal communic

Attention to detail

Work independently remotely

Bilingual English/French and/orSpanish

Experience supporting executives

Typing 50 WPM

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

2–4 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or similar

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Calendar tools (Google Calendar, Outlook)

Asana

Trello

ClickUp

Zoho

Salesforce

Slack

Zoom/Teams

Job description

Description

Zirtual is a work-life balanced company that provides clients with experienced, highly skilled remote assistants for both personal and professional needs. Our Executive Assistants are committed to delivering efficient, proactive, and high-quality support that meets and exceeds client expectations.

The Executive Assistant is a vital member of the Zirtual team and serves as the primary point of contact for assigned clients. In this role, you will work independently while receiving support from an Account Supervisor, who will assist with client relationships, plan adjustments, quality feedback, and ongoing guidance.

As an Executive Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting busy professionals by managing schedules, communications, and day-to-day operations. You will help streamline workflows, anticipate needs, and ensure tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.

Assistants are expected to be available for clients during business hours as agreed upon with each client but around-the-clock availability is not expected. Responsibilities also include sending weekly usage reports, responding to communication within a two-hour window, maintaining detailed client profiles, and following Zirtual’s best practices for success.

This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorités in a fast-paced environment.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities (may vary based on client needs)

Calendar & Schedule Management

Manage and coordinate complex calendars and appointments

Schedule meetings, calls, and events across multiple time zones

Anticipate scheduling conflicts and proactively resolve them

Email & Communication Management

Monitor and manage inboxes, including drafting and responding to emails

Prioritize communications and ensure timely follow-up

Serve as a liaison between clients and internal/external contacts

Administrative Support

Prepare documents, presentations, and reports

Handle data entry, file organization, and record maintenance

Assist with project coordination and task tracking

Travel & Event Coordination

Research and book travel arrangements (flights, hotels, transportation)

Create detailed itineraries and manage travel changes

Coordinate virtual and in-person meetings or events

Operations & Task Management

Support day-to-day business operations

Conduct research and compile information as needed

Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency

Requirements

Skills & Attributes

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

High attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines

Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented mindset

Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Preferred

Bilingual (English/French and/or Spanish)

Experience supporting executives, entrepreneurs, or small business owners

Qualifications

~ Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field (or equivalent experience)

~2–4 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar role

~ Experience supporting multiple clients or executives preferred

~ Typing ability of at least 50 WPM with accuracy

Technical Skills

Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office

Calendar management tools (Google Calendar, Outlook)

Project management and CRM tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, ClickUp, Zoho, Salesforce)

Communication tools (Slack, Zoom, Teams)

Work Requirements

Reliable high-speed internet, computer, and phone

Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

Availability during business hours (PST or EST, Monday–Friday), unless otherwise agreed in writing with each client

This independent contractor opportunity is currently available only to individuals residing in the

United States or Canada.

Compensation

This is an independent contractor position. Compensation is based on a percentage of client monthly plans, with average monthly earnings ranging from $1,500–$3,800, depending on client mix.