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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Hollywood, FLServices provided
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See all 189 projectsRemote CoWorker is a provider of Offshore Back Office and Administrative Support Services, offering virtual assistant solutions tailored to various business needs. Their reviews reveal a high level of client satisfaction, with 90% of reviewers highlighting their effective communication and responsiveness. Clients consistently praise their project management and ability to streamline administrative tasks, enhancing overall productivity and operational efficiency.
$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Portland, ORServices provided
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See all 45 projectsPrialto is a Business Process Outsourcing company that offers Administrative Support Services and Remote Office Support. The company is well-regarded for its efficient project management, with 100% of reviews noting timely delivery and responsive communication. Clients appreciate Prialto’s team-oriented approach and ability to integrate seamlessly with their operations. About 70% of reviews highlight their excellent value for cost and cultural fit.
$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Armenia, ColombiaServices provided
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See all 7 projectsSharkhelpers is a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) company specializing in Offshore Administrative Services and Remote Back Office Solutions. The company's reviews reflect a 100% positive sentiment, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their strong project management and personalized support. Clients commend their adaptability, effective communication, and ability to build high-performing remote teams.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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Wyatt Connect, a Customer Service Outsourcing company, offers Customer Service Outsourcing and Call Center Services. The agency is in Oro Valley, Arizona.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Las Vegas, NV
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Tawk.to is a Conversion Optimization company. Their midsize team is located in Las Vegas, Nevada and provides Conversion Optimization and Mobile App Development. The firm was founded in 2012.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Schaumburg, IL
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Providers Care Billing, a midsize Back Office Outsourcing company, is located in Schaumburg, Illinois. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249Panabo, Philippines
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ITalkcallcenter, an Email Marketing company, was established in 2023. They specializes in Email Marketing and Call Center Services.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Quezon City, Philippines
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Intelassist is an Accounting company. The company is based in Quezon City, Philippines and South San Francisco, California. Their team specializes in Accounting and Call Center Services.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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AMZ Founders is a midsize Marketing Strategy company established in 2021. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Telephone answering service Upsell Technologies is based in Toshima City, Japan and Cebu City, Philippines. The team offers Call Center Services and Sales Outsourcing.
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$25,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Naigaon, India
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Located in Naigaon, India, Virtual Eases is a SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Barbara Saunders Design is a graphic design agency. Launched in 1999, the team offers Graphic Design and Back Office Outsourcing.
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Delegate Virtual Assistant Agency is a Back Office Outsourcing company in Portland, Oregon. Founded in 2019, the team offers Back Office Outsourcing and Graphic Design.
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MERIDIAN REMOTE TEAMS is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Based in San Francisco, California, the company offers Back Office Outsourcing and Transcription.
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$250,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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Safe Link Solutions is a Fair Oaks, California-based telephone answering service. The team focuses on Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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Social media marketing firm Resource X Global is located in Stirling, Australia and Mandaluyong City, Philippines. Founded in 2014, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Architectural Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Tavros, Greece
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Launched in 2014, Aambience Services is an IT strategy consulting company. The agency focuses on IT strategy consulting and cloud consulting & SI.
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Virtual assistant - Adis Burić, a small Back Office Outsourcing company, is in Pula, Croatia. The team provides Back Office Outsourcing and Email Marketing.
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Midsize answering service company Komar Distribution Services, is based in Ellabell, Georgia. Their services include Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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Koruna Assist is a Business Consulting company. They are headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Their team offers Business Consulting and Call Center Services.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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Sparking Asia is a web development company. Their team is based in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. The firm provides Web Development and Graphic Design.
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Officepros is a telephone answering service located in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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ACTIV8 ASIA, a social media marketing firm, offer Social Media Marketing and Call Center Services. They were founded in 2022.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBuenos Aires, Argentina
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MT Virtual Assistant is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Launched in 2009, the firm specializes in Back Office Outsourcing and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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GP Outsourcing Solutions is a SEO company founded in 2016. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Call Center Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Oslo, Norway
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Avo Consulting is an Oslo, Norway-based big data analytics company. Their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Richardson, TX
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032 Outsourcing is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Launched in 2012, the team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and Recruitment Process Outsourcing.
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Voodesk is a Peradeniya, Sri Lanka-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Call Center Services.
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Established in 2020, Extend Your Team is a branding company. Their team offers Branding and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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TaskTribe is a Back Office Outsourcing company launched in 2024. The team offers Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Edison, NJ
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Ecom Sellr is an e-commerce development firm founded in 2024. The team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Ecommerce Marketing and is headquartered in Edison, New Jersey.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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Tasktide is a midsize Back Office Outsourcing company located in London, England. The team specializes in Back Office Outsourcing and Document Digitization & Management.
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ISSI Corp is a call center service. The Taguig, Philippines-based firm was established in 2010. Their services include Call Center Services and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Pasig, Philippines
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Business Consulting company CS Proz Inc. Provides Business Consulting and Call Center Services. They were launched in 2020.
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VA Atelier is a social media marketing firm. Launched in 2024, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The company is in Davao City, Philippines.
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Digital Czars is a social media marketing company. They provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2018.
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Headquartered in Manila, Philippines, VA Masters is a Business Consulting company. They focus on Business Consulting and Call Center Services.
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Staffing company R3source was launched in 2025. The agency focuses on Staffing and Back Office Outsourcing, and is midsize.
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See all 1 projectsNordicom AB provides comprehensive IT consulting services, specializing in digitalization and administrative task management to enhance operational efficiency. Reviews highlight their methodical approach, personal service, and effective project management, resulting in significant time savings and improved customer satisfaction. Clients appreciate their thorough understanding of business needs and the fast, efficient execution of tasks.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Preston, Australia
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Float Accounting is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and BI & big data consulting & SI and were launched in 2021. The agency is in Preston, Australia and Melbourne, Australia.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sibiu, Romania
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Established in 2021, Callensys is a Customer Service Outsourcing company. Their team specializes in Customer Service Outsourcing and Back Office Outsourcing.
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Small Data Annotation Services company DNN Technologies, is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey. Their services include Data Annotation Services and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Ablaze Labs, an IT strategy consulting company, is based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Founded in 2021, the team provides IT strategy consulting and Call Center Services.
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Northwood Consulting is an artificial intelligence firm founded in 2017. The small team provides Artificial Intelligence and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Kolkata, India
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Adway Info Pvt Ltd is an IT staff augmentation company. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Kolkata, India. Their team offers IT staff augmentation and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Pune, India
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Kavya Sourcing is a midsize Back Office Outsourcing company founded in 2007. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Advertising.
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Ecommercesupportteam is a midsize Lviv, Ukraine-based IT staff augmentation company. Their services include IT staff augmentation and Call Center Services.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Cedar Falls, IA
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Small Back Office Outsourcing company Cascade Virtual, is based in Cedar Falls, Iowa. The team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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See all 1 projectsPeak Outsourcing provides highly qualified sales associates who are equipped to work remotely and require minimal training. The overall feedback indicates their ability to deliver experienced candidates quickly, often within five business days, and their services are valued for their efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Clients appreciate the high retention levels and successful permanent placements.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Chennai, India
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Alphaa Systems is a call center service established in 1999. The midsize team offers Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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Custom software development company iNterra Networks was launched in 2004. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development and is in Nigeria.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Mobridge, SD
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Telephone answering service One World Direct was founded in 1994. The team specializes in Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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Midsize telephone answering service IMPACT BPO, is based in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Their services include Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Portland, OR
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35.4/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Hollywood, FL
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35.3/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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35.2/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Wilmington, DE
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35.8/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Newport Beach, CA
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32.5/40.019.4/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Kyiv, Ukraine
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33.9/40.019.8/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Doylestown, PA
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31.5/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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31.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Amsterdam, Netherlands
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31.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Berkeley, CA
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32.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr250 - 999West Hollywood, CA
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$5,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Miami Beach, FL
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30.8/40.016/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Gilbert, AZ
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33.7/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Kyiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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30.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Coimbatore, India
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33.4/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999San Pablo City, Philippines
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32.3/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Santa Fe, NM
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29.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Sacramento, CA
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28.8/40.020/20 Reviews3.3/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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30/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999
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30.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Makati, Philippines
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31.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Kalyan, India
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31.4/40.018.2/20 Reviews7.8/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Medellín, Colombia
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29.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience4.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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31/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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28.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.8/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10,000+Mandaluyong, Philippines
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28.2/40.015.2/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Orlando, FL
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$10,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Dorval, Canada
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29.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience4.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Back Office Outsourcing50% Virtual Assistant80% Other
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Virtual Assistant Company FAQs
Looking for a virtual assistant company but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring a virtual assistant company, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch features companies delivering remote administrative, marketing, and customer support solutions twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top virtual assistant companies for Fall 2025 include:
A virtual assistant (VA) company recruits, trains, and manages remote professionals who handle administrative, operational, or creative tasks for clients. Instead of hiring full-time staff, businesses tap into the VA firm’s talent pool to delegate recurring duties such as email triage, meeting coordination, data entry, or customer support. The provider oversees onboarding, quality control, and performance, so you gain consistent help without the overhead of traditional employees.
Most VA firms group support into service buckets like:
- Administrative support (calendar, travel, transcription)
- Customer service (phone, chat, ticketing)
- Marketing assistance (social media posts, basic design, blog drafting)
- Sales enablement (lead list building, CRM hygiene, follow-up emails)
- Bookkeeping & invoicing
Many agencies let you create hybrid plans, mixing tasks across these categories as your needs evolve.
Clutch pricing data shows monthly retainers ranging from $500–$5,000+. Variables include:
- Scope of work (simple admin vs. specialized skills)
- Hours required (part-time vs. dedicated full-time VA)
- Geography of talent (on-shore vs. offshore)
- Contract length and service-level agreements
On an hourly basis, expect $7–$15 for offshore generalists and $25–$45 for U.S.-based specialists.
Start by defining your recurring tasks and estimated weekly hours, then:
- Review Clutch profiles for matching expertise, verified ratings, and client industries similar to yours.
- Interview shortlisted agencies about onboarding processes, data security, and backup coverage.
- Request a trial period or pilot project to gauge communication style and deliverable quality.
- Compare pricing models. Hourly, bucketed hours, or dedicated staffing to see which aligns with your forecasted workload.
Look out for virtual assistant companies that display any of these possible red flags:
- Vague pricing or long-term lock-in contracts without opt-out clauses
- No references or publicly verifiable client reviews
- Limited data-security protocols or unwillingness to sign NDAs
- High VA-to-manager ratios, indicating potential oversight issues
- Overpromising 24/7 coverage without clarifying staffing shifts
You can use the following sample questions when hiring a virtual assistant provider:
- How do you recruit and vet your assistants?
- Will I work with one dedicated VA or a pooled team?
- What communication channels and project-management tools do you use?
- How do you measure performance and handle under-delivery?
- Can you scale hours up or down quickly?
- What security measures protect my sensitive data?
Partnering with a VA firm frees internal teams from repetitive tasks, reduces payroll costs (no benefits, office space, or equipment), and provides on-demand scalability. Businesses also gain access to a broader talent pool, including multilingual or industry-specific specialists, without lengthy hiring cycles.
An agency supplies managed assistants, backup coverage, and standardized tools. Ideal for businesses needing reliability and compliance. A freelancer offers direct, often cheaper support but lacks built-in redundancy; if they’re sick or leave, tasks halt until you find a replacement.