Virtual Assistant

DevFinders; Randburg; Remote; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic virtual support company is seeking an experienced administrative support professional to manage spreadsheets and provide operational support. Key responsibilities include organising documentation, managing client communications, and collaborating with team members. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Excel and excellent communication skills, allowing for efficient operations in a remote setup. This role includes 40 days of paid annual leave and offers flexibility to work from wherever you’re most productive.

Benefits

40 days of paid annual leave

Fully remote role

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in an administrative or operations support role.
• Advanced Excel expertise, comfortable with formulas and reports.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a focus on quality.

Responsibilities

• Manage and update spreadsheets for reporting.
• Organise meeting notes and client requests.
• Support cross-department projects efficiently.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Clear communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Tech-savvy

Tools

Microsoft Office / 365

CRM platforms

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage and update spreadsheets, applying formulas, pivot tables, and data organisation to support reporting and decision-making.
• Record, organise, and share meeting notes in a timely and accurate way.
• Manage incoming calls, emails, and client requests with professionalism and discretion.
• Maintain up-to-date records across different platforms so information is always reliable and easy to find.
• Support cross-department projects, helping teams stay on schedule.
• Take care of everyday admin tasks like scheduling, document prep, and information management.
• Explore and adopt tools or software that can improve how we work.
• Handle all responsibilities with confidentiality and a professional approach.

Who We’re Looking For

• Someone with strong Excel skills (spreadsheets, formulas, pivot tables, and reporting are second nature).
• A clear, confident, and approachable communicator.
• Highly organised and proactive—able to see what’s needed before being asked.
• Detail-oriented and structured, with a natural ability to keep track of multiple moving parts.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote setup while staying closely connected with the team.
• Quick to learn and adapt to new systems, processes, and technologies.

What We Offer

• 40 days of paid annual leave.
• A fully remote role—work from wherever you’re most productive.

Why You’ll Enjoy Working With Us

We believe strong teams are built on reliable support. Here, you won’t just be “doing admin”—your Excel and organisational skills will play a vital role in how we operate. You’ll collaborate with motivated colleagues who value initiative, teamwork, and genuine care for one another’s success. If creating order, supporting a fast-moving team, and making an impact through accurate reporting and efficient operations excites you, we’d love to hear from you.

At least 3 years of experience in an administrative, operations, or similar support role.

Advanced Excel expertise—comfortable with spreadsheets, formulas, pivot tables, and producing accurate reports.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office / 365 tools.

Familiarity with CRM platforms or comparable systems (a strong plus).

Exceptional attention to detail, with accuracy and quality at the forefront.

Highly organised and dependable, with excellent time management skills.

Self-motivated and confident in setting priorities, working independently, and meeting deadlines.

Tech-savvy and quick to adapt to new tools, platforms, and processes.

Clear and professional communication skills, both written and spoken, with excellent grammar.

A collaborative, team-oriented approach and strong interpersonal skills.

A reliable laptop, consistent internet connection, and a dedicated home workspace.

Backup solutions in place to stay connected during outages.