Executive Virtual Assistant

VAConnect is seeking an Executive Virtual Assistant to provide strategic administrative support to CEOs, founders, and senior leaders across the US, UK, Australia, and Europe. The role is more than administrative support: you’ll help high-performing executives manage their work so they can focus on leading.

This opportunity is suited to an experienced EA, PA, or senior administrator who thrives under pressure, takes ownership, and is highly organised and discreet. The work is remote from South Africa and may be part-time or full-time, with availability to overlap with US, UK, or Australian business hours.

Apply to join the VAConnect Executive Virtual Assistant Talent Pool. The matching team will be in touch within two business days.

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an EA, PA, or senior administrator
• Excellent written and verbal English communication
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and/or Microsoft 365
• Strong experience with calendar tools such as Calendly or Google Calendar
• Proven ability to manage multiple executives or stakeholders
• High attention to detail and impeccable organisation
• Ability to work US, UK, or Australian business hours, or overlap with them
• Reliable fibre internet connection and professional home office setup
• Matric certificate minimum; tertiary qualification advantageous
• Nice to have: experience with project management tools such as Asana, Monday, or ClickUp
• Nice to have: CRM experience with HubSpot, Salesforce, or GHL
• Nice to have: familiarity with Slack, Zoom, Teams, and similar collaboration tools
• Nice to have: experience supporting startup founders or international clients
• Nice to have: basic bookkeeping or Xero/QuickBooks experience

• Manage complex calendars and schedules across multiple time zones
• Manage email inboxes, filter messages, and draft correspondence
• Coordinate international travel, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries
• Prepare for meetings by creating agendas, taking minutes, and tracking follow-ups
• Coordinate projects and manage deadlines
• Liaise with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders
• Create, format, and manage documents
• Support expense reporting and basic bookkeeping
• Conduct research, compile data, and prepare presentations
• Handle confidential information with full discretion