Business Support Virtual Assistant

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Business Support Virtual Assistant based in Canada. This remote contractor role provides flexible administrative and operational support to small businesses participating in a structured growth program. You will assist with a broad range of tasks, including inbox management, data entry, scheduling, customer follow-up, document organization, and basic business support. Because clients may operate across different industries, the role requires adaptability and a willingness to quickly learn new processes and priorities. You will work from established instructions while helping business owners improve efficiency and maintain organized operations. The position is suited to a versatile professional who can manage multiple tasks independently and communicate clearly with different stakeholders. It offers an opportunity to gain broad exposure to small-business operations while developing practical administrative and support skills. Accountabilities: - Provide general administrative and executive support, including inbox organization, data entry, document management, spreadsheet maintenance, and calendar coordination. - Maintain task lists and follow up on outstanding administrative items to help clients stay organized. - Support routine back-office activities according to each client's operational needs. - Assist with customer and prospect follow-up using approved information, processes, and communication templates. - Respond to routine inquiries and support appointment scheduling and confirmations. - Maintain customer, prospect, and business information in spreadsheets, CRM systems, or other applicable platforms. - Support basic lead research and lead-generation activities when appropriate. - Learn each assigned business's processes, priorities, and workflows and follow established instructions. - Help organize recurring administrative processes and document basic procedures when needed. - Communicate regularly about completed tasks, priorities, deadlines, and outstanding requirements. - Transition effectively between different client environments while maintaining clear separation of business information.

- Deliver agreed services professionally and within the timelines, guidelines, and deliverables established for each engagement. Requirements: - Previous experience in administration, executive assistance, customer support, or general business support is preferred. - Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace. - Demonstrated experience with spreadsheets and data entry. - Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage assigned hours effectively. - Clear, professional written and verbal English communication skills. - Experience with CRM or lead-management platforms is an advantage. - Basic experience in lead generation, appointment setting, or customer follow-up is a plus. - Versatile and comfortable supporting businesses across different industries and operating environments. - Ability to learn new processes quickly and follow instructions with limited supervision. - Dependable, professional, and comfortable communicating directly with business owners and other stakeholders. - Ability to switch efficiently between different tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. - Specialized accounting or bookkeeping experience is not required. - Availability to work Monday through Friday for either 20 or 40 contracted hours per week, with working hours determined according to client requirements and time-zone considerations. Benefits: - Fully remote independent contractor opportunity. - Contracted schedules of 20–40 hours per week. - Competitive rates with weekly payments. - Access to various available client opportunities. - Free training and upskilling opportunities.