Virtual Assistant

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TYPE OF WORK

Full Time

SALARY

$4 - £6 per hour

HOURS PER WEEK

35

DATE UPDATED

Jun 23, 2026

JOB OVERVIEW

About Smartshifts

Smartshifts is a fast-growing workforce solutions company helping businesses manage staffing more efficiently. We focus on reliability, speed, and high-quality service, supporting clients across the UK.

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Virtual Assistant based in the Philippines to support our daily operations. This role requires someone who can work during UK business hours and assist with administrative, recruitment, and operational tasks.

Key Responsibilities
Manage and organise inboxes, ensuring timely responses
Schedule interviews, meetings, and staff shifts
Assist with recruitment tasks (screening candidates, coordinating interviews, updating records)
Maintain and update internal systems and databases
Support onboarding processes for new staff
Handle data entry and reporting tasks with high accuracy
Provide customer and worker support via email and chat
Assist with compliance/admin documentation (right to work checks, records, etc.)
Coordinate with the UK team to ensure smooth daily operations
Support ad hoc tasks as the business grows
Requirements
Based in the Philippines with a stable, high-speed internet connection
Available to work UK hours (or partial overlap, e.g., 12pm–9pm PH time)
Previous experience as a Virtual Assistant, Admin Assistant, or in recruitment support
Excellent written and spoken English
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable using tools such as Google Workspace, Slack, and spreadsheets
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Nice to Have
Experience in recruitment, staffing, or workforce management
Familiarity with CRM or ATS systems
Experience handling UK-based clients or teams
Knowledge of compliance/admin processes (preferred but not required)
Working Hours & Compensation
Remote (Philippines-based)
Must overlap with UK working hours
Full-time / Part-time options available
Competitive salary based on experience

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