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Ifunanya O.

Lagos, Nigeria

$5/hr
5.0
5 jobs

Most virtual assistants learn administration from a course. I learned it inside a pharmacy, a clinic, and a boardroom. I am a licensed pharmacist turned Executive and Medical Virtual Assistant and that combination is rare. It means that when I manage your healthcare operations, I do not just follow instructions. I understand the clinical context behind them. I know what accurate documentation means for patient safety. I know what a missed appointment costs a medical practice. I know the difference between urgency and routine in a healthcare environment and I act accordingly. For C-suite executives, founders, and busy professionals, I bring that same precision and proactive thinking to your calendar, inbox, and daily operations. Nothing falls through the cracks. Nothing is left waiting. You stay focused on decisions that move your business forward while I handle everything that keeps it running. Here is what I take off your plate: ✅ Executive & Administrative Support Calendar management, inbox zero, meeting coordination, travel itinerary planning, SOP creation and documentation, meeting minutes, office administration, virtual office management, document preparation, and end-to-end administrative coordination. Tools: Google Workspace, Microsoft Outlook, Zoom, Calendly, Acuity. ✅ Medical & Healthcare Virtual Assistance Patient scheduling, remote patient coordination, telehealth support, clinical documentation assistance, prior authorization support, medical billing support, SOAP notes organization, medical administrative tasks, and HIPAA-compliant handling of sensitive patient information. Tools: EMR/EHR systems including DrChrono and Kareo, scheduling platforms, Google Workspace ✅ Wellness & Client Support Client onboarding, follow-up sequences, CRM updates, virtual receptionist support, and communication management for coaches, wellness brands, and service-based businesses. Tools: Canva, email platforms, CRM systems ✅ Operations & CRM Management Lead tracking, data entry, client data organization, administrative coordinator functions, workflow coordination, and business operations support. Tools: HubSpot, Zoho CRM, Airtable, ClickUp, Trello, Asana, Notion. I have supported clients across executive, healthcare, and wellness environments and I bring the same standard to every engagement: accuracy, confidentiality, speed, and zero dropped balls. My pharmacy background means I already understand medical terminology, clinical workflows, and the weight of handling sensitive patient information. When you hire me, you are not onboarding a general assistant and hoping they figure out the healthcare side. You are bringing in someone who already speaks your language from day one. I do not need hand-holding. I do not need micromanaging. I need to understand your goals, your systems, and your standards and then I get to work. If you are a medical professional, clinic owner, telehealth brand, busy executive, or founder who needs someone they can genuinely rely on, not just someone who shows up and ticks boxes, then we should talk. Send me a message. Tell me your biggest operational headache. I will tell you exactly how I can solve it.

  • Executive Support
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Administrative Support
  • Healthcare Management
  • EMR Data Entry
  • Electronic Health Record
  • Electronic Medical Record
  • HIPAA
  • Calendar Management
  • Email Management
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Medical Records
  • CRM Software
  • Data Entry
  • Travel Planning
  • Project Management
  • Customer Service
  • Medical Terminology
  • Telemedicine
  • Customer Support
Mercy A.

Uyo, Nigeria

$10/hr
5.0
8 jobs

You’re not struggling because you lack ambition. You’re struggling because ambition without structure is just beautiful chaos. Executive Assistant | Executive Virtual Assistant | Personal Assistant | Administrative Support | Virtual Assistance | Email Communication | Scheduling | Data Entry | Accountability Partner | ADHD Support | Body Doubling Your calendar is full but priorities aren’t clear. Your inbox is loud but the important things are buried. You know exactly what needs to happen, and somehow, it still doesn’t. That’s not a discipline problem. That’s not laziness. 👉 That’s a structure problem, and that’s exactly what I fix. I’m Mercy, an Executive Assistant and Executive Virtual Assistant supporting founders, CEOs, and neurodivergent professionals who need more than task management. They need a Personal Assistant and Accountability Partner who anticipates, executes, and never lets details fall, deadlines slide, or priorities blur. Here’s what happened when structure met chaos: ▶ One founder came to me with 5,000+ unread emails and a calendar full of overlapping appointments ▶ Within weeks we hit inbox zero, conflicts were eliminated, and he stopped missing meetings entirely ▶ Inbox backlogs reduced by 40 to 60 percent within the first two weeks ▶ Scheduling conflicts cut by 30 percent or more through proactive calendar management ▶ 5 to 10 hours reclaimed weekly so executives focus on high-impact work only ▶ CRM records cleaned and maintained with zero data loss across multiple platforms ▶ Daily follow-through improved with zero micromanagement required That’s not magic. That’s structure and execution, and it’s exactly what I bring to every executive and business owner I support. What I handle as your Executive Virtual Assistant: ▶ Inbox and email management that protects your attention, not just your schedule, using Gmail, Outlook, and Google Workspace ▶ Calendar management and scheduling using Google Calendar and Calendly, creating focus, not just availability ▶ Task and project coordination using ClickUp, Asana, Trello, and Monday so deadlines are met without you chasing ▶ CRM management using HubSpot, Zoho, and GoHighLevel, keeping records clean, current, and reliable ▶ SOP documentation, file management, workflow organization, and personal administration handled cleanly behind the scenes ▶ Research, data entry, travel planning, and general administrative support managed with accuracy and discretion ▶ Notion, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office systems organized and maintained so operations run smoothly Where I go further than most Executive Assistants: I’m also an ADHD-informed Accountability Partner for founders, executives, and high-performing professionals who carry high cognitive load, struggle with follow-through, or identify as neurodivergent. Most Virtual Assistants manage tasks. I manage execution. ▶ Body doubling sessions to help you start, focus, and follow through ▶ Weekly accountability check-ins to keep momentum consistent ▶ ADHD-friendly systems and personal administration support that reduce overwhelm and decision fatigue ▶ Breaking big goals into clear daily execution steps so nothing stalls If you are a founder or executive who knows what needs to happen but can’t make it stick, that’s exactly where I come in as your Executive Virtual Assistant and Accountability Partner. I don’t just help you plan. I help you execute. You’ll work best with me if you’re: ▶ A founder or CEO who needs reliable Executive Support and Administrative Support without micromanaging ▶ An executive or high-performing professional who needs tough love accountability and consistent encouragement in equal measure ▶ A neurodivergent professional or business owner with ADHD who needs a thinking partner and Personal Assistant, not just a task manager ▶ Someone who has outgrown reactive Virtual Assistance and needs an Executive Assistant who is three steps ahead at all times What working with me actually looks like: ▶ Inbox zero achieved and maintained through structured email communication and inbox management systems ▶ Conflict-free scheduling and calendar management that protects your most important work ▶ Clean CRM records, organized workflows, and reliable operations support running in the background ▶ Data entry, research, travel planning, and documentation handled without you lifting a finger ▶ A calm, consistent Executive Virtual Assistant and Accountability Partner who reduces your mental load every single day Less overwhelm. Less mental noise. Less unfinished work on your list. 👉 If this is what you need, send me a MESSAGE or INVITE ME to your job. Let’s get started.

  • Executive Support
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Administrative Support
  • Face-to-Face Coaching
  • AccountAbility
  • Personal Administration
  • Calendar Management
  • Email Communication
  • Project Management
  • Task Coordination
  • CRM Software
  • Google Workspace
  • Scheduling
  • Mental Health
  • Zoom Video Conferencing
  • Coaching Session
  • Customer Service
  • Data Entry
  • Travel Itinerary
  • Microsoft Office
Lucia C.

Awka, Nigeria

$10/hr
5.0
14 jobs

Running a business should feel productive, not overwhelming. Between managing emails, calendars, projects, client communication, operations, and team coordination, it's easy to get buried in administrative tasks and operational bottlenecks. 🔷 That's where I come in. I'm Lucia, an Executive Virtual Assistant, Virtual Assistant, Executive Assistant, and Operations Support Specialist with 5+ years of experience supporting CEOs, founders, entrepreneurs, coaches, startup leaders, and growing businesses. I help streamline business operations, optimize workflows, manage executive priorities, coordinate teams, improve processes, and build systems that keep your business running efficiently while you focus on growth, leadership, and revenue-generating activities. 📍 How I Help You Stay Focused & Productive 🔷 Executive Assistant & Administrative Support 🔹 Executive calendar management & appointment scheduling (Google Calendar, Outlook, Calendly) 🔹 Inbox management, email communication & follow-up management 🔹 Meeting coordination, agendas, minutes & executive correspondence 🔹 Travel planning, itineraries & executive support 🔹 Document preparation, presentations, reports & spreadsheets 🔹 Data entry, database management & file organization 🔹 Personal assistant and administrative support services 🔷 Operations Support & Business Operations Management 🔹 Business operations support and workflow management 🔹 Operations coordination and process improvement 🔹 SOP creation, process documentation & business systems 🔹 Team coordination, accountability systems & task management 🔹 Project management and workflow optimization 🔹 Dashboard creation, reporting systems & operational visibility 🔹 Business process structuring for scalability and efficiency 🔷 Project Management & Team Coordination 🔹 Manage projects from planning to completion 🔹 Track deliverables, deadlines, priorities & team performance 🔹 Coordinate remote teams and improve internal communication 🔹 Optimize workflows using Asana, Trello, ClickUp, Notion, Mondaycom, Airtable & HubSpot 🔷 CRM Management & Business Development 🔹 CRM management and organization (HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho, Pipedrive) 🔹 Client onboarding and offboarding 🔹 Lead generation, prospect research & pipeline management 🔹 LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo io & Crunchbase research 🔹 Proposal preparation, reports and business growth support 🔷 Customer Support & Client Relations 🔹 Customer support via email, chat & CRM systems 🔹 Freshdesk, Intercom, Tawk io and help desk management 🔹 Client communication and relationship management 🔹 Professional, solution-driven customer service 🔷 Workflow Automation & Systems Optimization 🔹 Workflow automation using Zapier and Make 🔹 AI-powered support using ChatGPT and automation tools 🔹 Process improvement and productivity optimization 🔹 Build systems that reduce manual work and improve efficiency 🔷 Property Management & Airbnb Virtual Assistance 🔹 Airbnb listing management and optimization 🔹 Guest communication and guest support 🔹 Reservation management and booking coordination 🔹 Calendar synchronization and scheduling 🔹 Property management administrative support 🔹 Short-term rental operations support 🔷 Social Media & Brand Support 🔹 Content scheduling and social media management 🔹 Canva design and content creation 🔹 LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok management 🔹 Community engagement and performance tracking 🔷 Client Testimonials & Results ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Lucia streamlined our inbox, implemented systems that saved hours weekly, and ensured nothing fell through the cracks." – Tenake Coard ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Her proactive approach and attention to detail improved our productivity by 35% within the first month." – Bitsaam 🔷 Tools & Platforms Google Workspace • Microsoft 365 • Asana • Trello • ClickUp • Notion • Monday com • Airtable • HubSpot • Salesforce • Zoho • Pipedrive • Zapier • Make • Slack • Zoom • Loom • Calendly • Freshdesk • Intercom • Canva • QuickBooks • Xero • DocuSign • Dropbox • OneDrive • Mailchimp • Apollo io 🔷 Results You Can Expect ✔ Up to 40% increase in productivity through workflow optimization ✔ 20+ hours reclaimed weekly through improved systems and automation ✔ Better operational visibility and team accountability ✔ Streamlined communication and business operations ✔ Improved customer satisfaction and project delivery ✔ Scalable systems that support long-term business growth 🔷 Availability 🔹 Long-term, part-time, and contract-to-hire opportunities 🔹 Flexible across EST, UK, and global time zones 🔹 Available for Executive Assistance, Operations Support, Project Management, Property Management, Airbnb Management, and Administrative Support 🔷 Need an Executive Virtual Assistant to manage operations, projects, workflows, and admin tasks? Send me an invite or direct message, and let's build efficient systems that help your business grow.

  • Executive Support
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Administrative Support
  • Upwork
  • Email Communication
  • Communications
  • Scheduling
  • Calendar Management
  • Email Management
  • Personal Administration
  • Project Management
  • Social Media Management
  • LinkedIn
  • ChatGPT
  • Customer Service
  • Google Workspace
  • Google Workspace Administration
  • AccountAbility
  • Business Operations
  • Project Management Support
Alessia P.

Rome, Italy

$45/hr
5.0
226 jobs

I plan luxury travel, events, and provide executive support for busy professionals, founders, and private clients. 12+ years in international hospitality and high-end client management. 500+ itineraries and events delivered with full coordination from start to finish. 💼 WHAT I CAN DO FOR YOU ✈️ Luxury Travel Planning -Custom itineraries (Italy, Europe & worldwide) -Honeymoon planning tailored to each couple (romantic stays, unique experiences, seamless logistics) -Villa bookings, yachts, private drivers & exclusive experiences -Hard-to-get restaurant reservations -Multi-country logistics & full trip coordination 👉 Every trip is designed from scratch around you, not from templates. 🎯 Event Planning & Coordination -Corporate retreats -Destination events -Private celebrations -Venue sourcing -Vendor management -Timeline & logistics -Guest experience 🧠 Executive & Personal Support -Calendar, scheduling & priority management across time zones -Full travel coordination (planning, changes, real-time support) -Research, bookings & supplier sourcing -Vendor communication, negotiation & follow-ups -Project, operations & workflow management ➕ Additional support -Social media assistance (content planning, posting, coordination) -Inbox & stakeholder communication management -Personal/lifestyle assistance (errands, reservations, special requests) -Presentation, reports & document preparation -Client & guest experience management 📊 RESULTS & EXPERIENCE 12+ years in luxury hospitality Worked in Italy, Iceland, Australia, USA, Dubai 500+ travel itineraries & events planned Clients include CEOs, entrepreneurs & high-net-worth individuals ⚡ HOW I WORK Fast communication Clear updates (no unnecessary back-and-forth) High attention to detail Proactive problem-solving 💰 SERVICES YOU CAN BOOK -Luxury Travel Consultation (60 min) -Custom 3–5 day itinerary -Full trip planning (including honeymoons) -Event planning consultation -Executive support (hourly or ongoing) 🎯 WHO I WORK WITH Clients who: -value their time -want things done properly -prefer one person managing everything If you need someone who can take full ownership of your travel, event, or operations, send me a message and let’s get started.

  • Executive Support
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Travel Planning
  • Lifestyle & Travel
  • Travel Itinerary
  • Personalized Trip Plan
  • Business Travel
  • Leisure Travel
  • Event Planning
  • Calendar Management
  • Event Management
  • Email Management
  • Corporate Event Planning
Juana G.

Bogota, Colombia

$12/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Executives don't hire assistants to complete tasks, they hire them to protect their time, eliminate friction, and make sure nothing falls through the cracks. That's exactly what I do. I'm Juana, a Executive and Virtual Assistant from Colombia (Universidad de Los Andes, Business Administration). I specialize in building the systems and workflows that let founders and executives focus on what actually moves the needle. What I've delivered: - Reduced a US-based executive's admin workload by 40% through automation and structured workflows - Improved operational efficiency by 30% via dashboards, SOPs, and tracking systems - Managed full executive calendars, CRM (Zoho), inbox, and cross-team coordination across multiple time zones, independently, remotely, and without missing a beat Tools I work with daily: Google Workspace, Notion, Trello, Zoho CRM, Zapier, Slack, Calendly, Canva, ManyChat, Mailchimp, Skool, Carrd and ScoreApp. I work best with founders, coaches, and executives who need a right hand person, not a task executor, but someone who thinks ahead and builds for scale. Available for part-time and full-time remote engagements. Let's connect.

  • Executive Support
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Administrative Support
  • Microsoft Office
  • Email Management
  • Calendar Management
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Google Workspace
  • Project Management
  • File Management
  • Communications
  • Zapier
  • Notion
  • Business Process Automation
  • Mailchimp
  • ManyChat
  • Canva
  • Slack
  • Account Management
Johnnel L.

Davao, Philippines

$8/hr
5.0
14 jobs

I'm a goal oriented person with wide perspective of things and I always look everything in a positive outlook and use it to provide positive output to my work. I always make sure that i get my job done prior to the deadline with no mistakes and I am an organize person. I always make sure that all my work has good quality and I always remind myself to make my clients very satisified

  • Executive Support
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Training & Development
  • Data Entry
  • Client Management
  • Customer Service
  • Recruiting
  • Credit Repair
  • Customer Support
  • Lead Generation
  • Recruiting Process Consulting

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Executive assistant hiring guide

An executive assistant can transform the way you run your business by handling the operational details that consume your time. From managing complex calendars to streamlining communications and coordinating projects, the right executive assistant frees you to focus on strategy, growth, and the decisions only you can make. Whether you're a solo founder or leading a growing team, hiring an executive assistant is one of the most practical investments you can make to increase your productivity.

What does an executive assistant do?

An executive assistant manages the day-to-day operations that keep leaders and teams running efficiently. While the role varies by industry and company size, most executive assistants handle a mix of administrative, organizational, and strategic support tasks. Unlike general administrative assistants, executive assistants work directly with C-suite leaders and have the judgment, experience, and discretion to manage high-stakes responsibilities.

These are typical tasks that executive assistants complete:

  • Calendar management. Scheduling meetings, resolving conflicts, coordinating across time zones, and maintaining a well-organized calendar so you never miss a commitment

  • Communication control. Drafting and managing emails, filtering incoming messages, and handling correspondence on your behalf to keep response times fast and inboxes manageable — tasks often shared with virtual assistants but handled at a higher strategic level by executive assistants

  • Operational support. Organizing travel, preparing expense reports, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring internal processes run smoothly

  • Project coordination. Tracking deliverables, following up with stakeholders, maintaining documentation, and keeping projects on schedule

  • Research and reporting. Compiling data, preparing presentations, summarizing reports, and providing the context you need to make informed decisions

How to hire an executive assistant on Upwork

A clear job post and a structured evaluation approach can help you identify qualified executive assistant candidates and get started in days rather than weeks.

Step 1: Post a job

Start by outlining the tasks, tools, and schedule you need your executive assistant to handle. A specific, well-written job post attracts candidates who are the right fit.

  • Define the scope, e.g., ongoing support vs. a one-time project

  • List the tools you use (Google Workspace, Slack, Asana, etc.)

  • Clarify the types of executive support you need, such as calendar management, inbox management, travel coordination, meeting preparation, expense tracking, or project coordination

  • Indicate whether the role requires managing confidential information, communicating with clients or executives, or acting as a gatekeeper on your behalf

  • Share your preferred hours, time zone, and communication style

  • Specify expected availability, response times, and whether the assistant will support a single executive or multiple stakeholders

  • Include information on budget and timeline

  • Draw from this personal assistant job description template to help structure your requirements

Use the Job Post Generator powered by Uma™, Upwork's Mindful AI, to speed things up. Describe what you need in a few sentences, and Uma will draft a job post for executive assistants that you can review and customize. 

Step 2: Evaluate candidates

Once proposals come in, look for candidates with relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a track record of reliability.

  • Review work history, client feedback, and Job Success Score

  • Look for experience in your industry or with your preferred tools

  • Check for experience supporting executives, founders, business owners, or senior leadership teams with similar workloads and responsibilities

  • Review examples of calendar management, travel planning, inbox organization, meeting coordination, or project administration work

  • Pay close attention to written communication, organization skills, attention to detail, and professionalism in proposals and client reviews

  • Use Uma to conduct instant video interviews and generate shortlists with side-by-side comparisons, so you can quickly narrow your options without scheduling dozens of calls

Step 3: Interview your top choices

After narrowing your list, schedule interviews to assess how each candidate communicates, solves problems, and approaches their work.

  • Schedule and conduct interviews directly within Upwork messaging and you'll get an immediate transcript and summary to review and compare candidates

  • Ask behavioral questions about handling conflicting priorities, urgent changes, and situations requiring discretion

  • Start with these virtual assistant interview questions and expand for your specific needs

  • Ask how they manage competing priorities, shifting schedules, last-minute requests, and high-volume workloads

  • Discuss their experience handling confidential information, executive communications, and interactions with clients, vendors, or stakeholders

  • Explore how they organize calendars, inboxes, meetings, travel arrangements, and recurring administrative processes to improve efficiency

  • Consider a small paid test project, such as organizing a sample calendar or drafting a mock email, to evaluate their work quality firsthand

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Once you've chosen your executive assistant, set clear expectations in an agreed contract and start the engagement with confidence.

  • Define responsibilities for calendar management, inbox monitoring, travel planning, meeting preparation, project coordination, and other recurring tasks before work begins

  • Establish protocols for sharing access to sensitive accounts and documents securely using a password manager

  • Share expectations around availability, response times, communication channels, and escalation procedures for urgent requests

  • Clarify confidentiality requirements, document access, account permissions, and data security practices before granting access to business systems and sensitive information

  • Use messaging to align on deliverables, timelines, and communication cadence and the Upwork contract workroom to manage the engagement in one place

  • Upwork offers identity verification, so you know who you're working with

  • Hourly contracts include Hourly Payment Protection with automatic time tracking, and fixed-price contracts use project funds held in escrow until you approve the work

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The rates and information provided in this article are based on current data and industry sources available at the time of publication. Freelance rates can vary depending on factors such as experience, location, project scope, and market conditions. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research to confirm current rates and trends, as this information may change over time.

How much does hiring an executive assistant cost?

Hiring executive assistants on Upwork generally costs the same as other virtual assistants, at $10-$20 per hour. Their rates may be higher based on the assistant’s experience and the scope and complexity of tasks, the level of strategic involvement required, and whether you need ongoing or one-time support. 

Explore these typical project costs as you plan your executive assistant budget:

Basic administrative support

$200-$500 /project

Entry-level
  • Email and calendar management
  • Data entry and file organization
  • Travel booking

Standard executive support

$500-$1,500 /project

Intermediate
  • Meeting coordination and follow-ups
  • Expense reporting and vendor management
  • Presentation preparation

Complex project coordination

$1,500-$3,000 /project

Expert
  • Cross-functional project tracking
  • Stakeholder communication management
  • Process documentation and optimization

Ongoing retainer

$1,000-$3,500 /project

Intermediate to expert
  • Full calendar and inbox management
  • Weekly reporting and briefings
  • Operational workflow oversight

Strategic executive partnership

$3,000-$5,000 /project

Expert
  • Board meeting preparation and follow-up
  • Executive-level research and analysis
  • Strategic initiative coordination

FAQs about executive assistants

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring an executive assistant worth it?

For most business owners and executives, yes, a skilled executive assistant can reclaim 15 or more hours per week by taking over scheduling, email management, and operational tasks. For leaders juggling multiple priorities, the productivity gains from delegating scheduling and communications tend to offset the cost of hiring an executive assistant.

How much should I pay an executive assistant?

Rates for executive assistants depend on the complexity of work and the freelancer's experience level, with project-based costs ranging from $200 for basic administrative tasks to $5,000 per month for strategic executive partnerships. Starting with a smaller project is a practical way to evaluate fit before committing to ongoing support.