Virtual Personal Assistant to Handle Calls From Recruiters

We are seeking a highly skilled, proactive, and enthusiastic Virtual Personal Assistant based in the Philippines to handle professional communication with recruiters on behalf of a highly successful UK-based software engineer. This role is ideal for someone with exceptional communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to represent a high-caliber professional with the utmost professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

1) Handle 18–20 recruiter calls per day, each lasting up to 20 minutes, to discuss job opportunities for the UK-based software engineer.
2) Coordinate and schedule interviews on behalf of the client.
3) Receive and follow up on job specifications from recruiters to ensure accuracy and alignment with the client’s preferences, with a target of securing a minimum of 8–10 job specifications per day.
4) Maintain regular communication with another VA via Google Chat Spaces and Gmail to ensure seamless task coordination.

Requirements:

Excellent English Communication Skills:
Neutral accent is preferred.
Experience interacting with British or international clients in English is a significant advantage.

Recruitment or BPO Background:
Candidates with recruitment or BPO experience or those who have engaged in client-facing phone roles will have a strong advantage.

Professional Communication Style:
Enthusiastic, friendly, and persuasive tone with the ability to build trust and maintain professionalism.
Must be proactive and take initiative—this role requires someone who can think ahead, follow up diligently, and engage recruiters confidently.
Passion for communication and client interaction is essential—this is not a passive role.

Written and Organisational Skills:
Exceptional written English with meticulous attention to detail.
Strong organisational skills to handle multiple tasks and schedules efficiently.

Technical Requirements:
1) Reliable internet connection with minimum speeds of 10 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
2) A wired (Ethernet) connection is strongly preferred, but stable Wi-Fi that meets the speed requirements will also be considered.
3) Access to Microsoft Word.

Additional Information:
Full-Time Contract:
Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (UK time), 8 hours per day.
Schedule: Monday to Friday (5 days a week).
Salary: $6 - $7.50 per hour ($960 - $1,200 per month), based on experience.
Bonus: Up to $50/month for exceptional performance.

How to Apply:
To help us assess your suitability for this role, please submit ALL THREE of the following. Applications missing any of these will not be considered.

1) A voice recording (1–2 minutes) explaining why you’re a great fit for this role and how your skills align with the responsibilities. You can use tools like Vocaroo or any other voice recording app and share the link.
2) Your updated CV, highlighting relevant experience.
3) At least one reference or testimonial from a previous employer or client. This could be a written testimonial (email, letter, or screenshot), or a LinkedIn recommendation. If you don’t have a reference available at the time of application, please mention this, and you can provide it later if shortlisted.

If shortlisted, you will receive further instructions on the application process.