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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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$5,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Mandaluyong, Philippines
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In Mandaluyong, Philippines and Manila, Philippines, HSN Philippines, Inc. Is a phone answering service. The team focuses on Call Center Services and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Makati, Philippines
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Omada One is a phone answering service in Makati, Philippines and Mabalacat, Philippines. The team offers Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Angeles, Philippines
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Established in 2016, ShoreAgents is a call center. Located in Angeles, Philippines, the team provides Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Guwahati, India
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Founded in 2012, Get24 Assistant is a small Guwahati, India-based Back Office Outsourcing company. Their team offers Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Mumbai, India
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YourDailyTask is a Back Office Outsourcing company in Mumbai, India. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting.
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Founded in 2008, Pam's VAS is a small Levittown, Pennsylvania-based Back Office Outsourcing company. Their team provides Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Konya, Türkiye
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IMA Contact is a Konya, Türkiye-based Back Office Outsourcing company. They specialize in Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services and were established in 2007.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mississauga, Canada
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Presto Virtual is a small Back Office Outsourcing company located in Mississauga, Canada. The team provides Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Delhi, India
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Back Office Outsourcing company Eminenture is based in Delhi, India and Manchester, England. The team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and Market Research.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249Bengaluru, India
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GetFriday is a Bengaluru, India-based Back Office Outsourcing company. They provide Back Office Outsourcing and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Located in Nilphamari, Bangladesh, Virtual Assistant 24 is a Back Office Outsourcing company. The team offers Back Office Outsourcing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Mandaluyong, Philippines
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ConnectOS is an IT strategy consulting company. Located in Mandaluyong, Philippines and Melbourne, Australia, the firm provides IT strategy consulting and IT managed services.
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See all 1 projectsBil rite, a company specializing in administrative support services, received predominantly negative feedback in the provided review. Criticisms focus on poor project management and unprofessional behavior, with 100% of reviewers noting dissatisfaction and suggesting improvements. Such feedback highlights potential concerns for businesses seeking reliable back office services and business process outsourcing solutions.
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Back Office Outsourcing company TwoStaff is based in London, England and Ahmedabad, India. They focus on Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services and were founded in 2022.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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See all 1 projectsOssisto provides virtual assistant services, catering to businesses seeking to enhance sales numbers and social media presence. The overall feedback highlights effective assistance, timely project delivery, and high-quality outcomes, particularly beneficial for new business owners.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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See all 1 projectsMagissistant provides customer support and virtual assistant services, assisting clients in managing day-to-day inquiries, onboarding, and back-office support. Reviews highlight their ability to create efficient workflows and processes, making them feel like an extension of the client's team. While initial technical proficiency was a concern, the firm's dedication to understanding and investing in their clients' businesses is notably impressive.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249New Providence, NJ
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Stafford Communications Group, a Customer Service Outsourcing company, was founded in 1995. They specializes in Customer Service Outsourcing and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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MeetyourVA is a midsize Back Office Outsourcing company established in 2020. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Mount Edgecombe, South Africa
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Consumer Links is a midsize phone answering service. They focus on Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing and were launched in 2015.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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Virtual Latinos is a Customer Service Outsourcing company. Based in San Diego, California, the agency was founded in 2018. Their services include Customer Service Outsourcing and Sales Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Kalyan, India
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Tasks Assistant is a midsize Back Office Outsourcing company founded in 2014. Their team offers Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Based in Miami, Florida, Grow Virtual is a small Back Office Outsourcing company. The team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing.
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$25,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999
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See all 1 projectsOnCalla - Contact Center Services offers 24/7 phone answering, lead collection, and appointment scheduling services. Reviews highlight their professionalism, consistent on-time performance, and significant contributions to improving client service quality, leading to increased client acquisition. Overall, clients have had positive experiences and have not identified areas for improvement.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Surat, India
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AdminAid is a Back Office Outsourcing company. The company is based in Surat, India. Their team offers Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Epsom, England
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Premium MSP B2B Appointment Setting services is a Back Office Outsourcing and Sales Outsourcing company launched in 2023. The firm specializes in Back Office Outsourcing and Sales Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Jaipur, India
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Unire Business Solution is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They provide Back Office Outsourcing and were founded in 2012.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Alpharetta, GA
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My BTLR, a Back Office Outsourcing company, is in Alpharetta, Georgia. They specialize in Back Office Outsourcing and Staffing and were established in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Liverpool, England
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TOTAL PA LTD is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They specialize in Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services and are headquartered in Liverpool, England and Liverpool, England.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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Bookkeeping By Pros is a Valley Stream, New York-based Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting company. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting.
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Rogers Hollow Virtual Assistant Services, a Back Office Outsourcing company, was launched in 2021. The agency provides Back Office Outsourcing and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Seattle, WA
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Appoint Help is a Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing company launched in 2023. The midsize team provides Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Headquartered in Quezon City, Philippines, YM Virtual Assistant Services is a small Back Office Outsourcing company. The team provides Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Singapore
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Osphere Global Solutions is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They were established in 2023 and focus on Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Altamonte Springs, FL
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Partners Outsourcing is a midsize telephone answering service and Back Office Outsourcing company established in 2018. Their team focuses on Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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Headquartered in London, England, SideSparkz is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They focus on Back Office Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Columbia, MD
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Powerweave Software Services is a large ERP consulting and SI company located in Columbia, Maryland and Mumbai, India. Their services include ERP consulting and SI and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Marrakech, Morocco
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In Marrakech, Morocco, Market Wave is a Customer Service Outsourcing company. Founded in 2012, the team offers Customer Service Outsourcing and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Uppilipalayam, India
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Velan Info Services is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Established in 2007, the agency specializes in Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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$50,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Beograd, Serbia
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Artifactory d.o.o. Is an ECM consulting and SI company. They are headquartered in Beograd, Serbia, and their services include ECM consulting and SI and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Cebu City, Philippines
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Ameeratel is a Back Office Outsourcing company launched in 2012. The agency provides Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services, and is midsize.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Dublin, Ireland
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Founded in 1989, Covalen is a call center service. The team offers Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing and is based in Dublin, Ireland and Budapest, Hungary.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Suffern, NY
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FGC+ is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Founded in 2011, the team offers Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kennewick, WA
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Launched in 2016, VBSVirtual is a small Back Office Outsourcing company. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Email Marketing.
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Established in 2018, Your Virtual Office is a Back Office Outsourcing company. The company focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Dubuque, IA
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Established in 1988, Humach, a midsize Application Management & Support company, is headquartered in Dubuque, Iowa. Their services include Application Management & Support and Artificial
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$10,000+Undisclosed10,000+Córdoba, Argentina
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Apex America is a telephone answering service. Established in 2003, the firm is in Córdoba, Argentina and ARW, Argentina. Their services include Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerChicago, IL
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Launched in 2018, MLP Business Support Services LLC is a Back Office Outsourcing company. The small team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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Phoenix Virtual Solutions is an Orange, California-based Back Office Outsourcing company. The team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Assistants Company, a Back Office Outsourcing company, was launched in 2013. The agency provides Back Office Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing.
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BOSS Assistants is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They are located in Vancouver, Canada and have small team of experts. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing.
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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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31.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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31.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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.