Remote Administrative Assistant – Operations & Research Support

Growth Troops; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Remote Administrative Assistant to streamline their operations across various clients and industries. This role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work independently while focusing on structure and organization. Ideal candidates will have strong research and documentation skills, along with proven experience in similar positions.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Work remotely

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in administrative or virtual assistant roles.
• Strong skills in research, writing, and documentation.
• Self-motivated, with strong follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Conduct online research and prepare summaries or briefs.
• Organize digital files and maintain records.
• Assist with data entry and support project management tasks.

Skills

Research

Writing

Documentation

Organization

Attention to Detail

Tools

Google Workspace

Spreadsheets

Job description

Location: Remote

Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

We’re hiring a Remote Administrative Assistant to support clients with research, documentation, and operational tasks. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on structure, organization, and behind-the-scenes problem-solving. You'll play a key role in helping professionals and teams stay efficient and informed across a variety of day-to-day needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct online research and prepare summaries, briefs, or comparison documents
• Organize digital files, maintain records, and update internal databases
• Assist with data entry, reporting, and internal documentation
• Support task tracking and documentation within project management tools
• Help coordinate logistics, such as travel research and vendor communication
• Prepare slide decks and assist with presentations when needed
  
  

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in administrative, operations, or virtual assistant roles
• Strong research, writing, and documentation skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and cloud-based systems
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to stay organized across multiple tasks
• Self-motivated, reliable, and process-oriented with strong follow-through
  
  

Why This Role

• Work remotely with flexible hours
• Support a variety of clients and industries
• Contribute to meaningful work while building long-term operational value
• Ideal for those who enjoy independent work and improving systems behind the scenes