Hire Overseas Virtual Assistants – Offshore Executive, Admin & Research Support
Ready to hire virtual assistants overseas or hire executive assistants overseas offshore? We provide offshore virtual admin assistants, hire overseas executive assistants, and international virtual assistants to help global teams scale faster and smarter.


Why Choose Our Offshore Executive & Virtual Assistants.
Because we test the %^$# out of them! We use a rigorous selection process to identify top executive assistants worldwide, assessing skills like logic, reasoning, and attention to detail.
Hiring offshore executive and virtual assistants allows you to delegate time-consuming tasks and focus on what truly matters. Get more value for your time today.
Hiring offshore executive and virtual assistants allows you to delegate time-consuming tasks and focus on what truly matters. Get more value for your time today.
5 Areas an Offshore Administrative Assistant Can Help With
Hire Offshore Virtual Admin Assistant
Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and organize travel to ensure efficient operations.
Hire Offshore Executive Assistant
Executive assistants coordinate and track project progress, ensuring tasks are completed on time. They help plan events, manage logistics, and facilitate communication.
Hire Offshore Financial Administrators
They process invoices and expense reports, manage budgets, and maintain financial records.
Hire Offshore Executive Research Assistant
Conduct market research, compile data, and maintain databases for organized information.
Hire Offshore to Manage Clients and Vendors
Manage communication with clients and partners, ensuring prompt and professional responses.

The Unique
AbroadWorks Process.
01
Find
Free Discovery Session – Get insights on:
Best countries for offshore hiring
Legal compliance & EOR options
Real salary data for hiring roles like overseas virtual assistants, offshore bookkeepers, accountants & more
Job Posting & Sourcing – We handle everything:
Custom job descriptions for offshore labor
International job board posting (LinkedIn, Indeed & more)
Start meeting qualified candidates ready to interview in 7 days


02
Onboard
Candidate Screening & Assessment – Quality-First Vetting:
Resume parsing and initial screening interviews
Standardized skills testing for every candidate
Interview scheduling and calendar coordination
International Hiring Compliance – Risk-Free Global Employment:
Offshore hiring legal guidance and best practices for EOR & Contractor of Record setups
Criminal, background and reference checks
Hire top international talent within 20 days


03
Manage
Global Payroll Management – Compliant & Hassle-Free
Hardware/software provisioning and onboarding support
Data privacy and security compliance across jurisdictions
Strategic guidance on currency management, benefits, PTO, and vacation policies
Long-Term Partnership & Retention – We Grow With You
Ongoing support for your international hiring strategy
Quick backfill recruitment and future hiring needs
+95% year-over-year retention rate for our placements


Ready to Hire Global Talent Easily and Quickly?
We connect great companies with top remote talent


Asked and Answered: Virtual Assistant FAQs
How do you find the right people?
Our recruitment team utilizes a rigorous selection process, including customized skill assessments, structured interviews, and our proprietary AI-driven technology to evaluate thousands of candidates. We assess not only their technical skills but also soft skills like communication, logical reasoning, and attention to detail to ensure the best fit for your business needs.
Can I hire a VA to manage my calendar and appointments?
Yes, our VAs are highly skilled in scheduling and calendar management. They can coordinate appointments, send reminders, avoid scheduling conflicts, and ensure you never miss an important meeting or deadline.
Can I request a VA with specific educational qualifications?
Yes, we can match you with a VA who meets your desired qualifications, such as a degree in accounting, marketing, or IT, depending on your business needs. If you require your virtual assistant to have a specific degree or certification, we’d be happy to add that in qualifying the best candidates for you. We also consider additional certifications, professional training, and industry experience when recommending a VA.
Do your VAs have certifications in specific tools or systems?
Many of our VAs have certifications in widely used software and platforms. In accounting, we have VAs trained in QuickBooks, Xero, and FreshBooks. For CRM and sales, our VAs are proficient in HubSpot, Salesforce, and Zoho CRM. If you need a VA with marketing and design expertise, we can provide candidates certified in Google Ads, Facebook Ads, Canva, and Adobe Suite. For project management, we offer VAs with experience in Asana, Trello, Monday.com, and ClickUp. If your business requires expertise in a specific tool, we prioritize candidates with relevant certifications.
How long does it take to hire a virtual assistant?
Our hiring process typically takes 14–21 days from your approval to onboarding. This includes understanding your requirements, sourcing and vetting candidates, interviews, and final matching. Timelines may vary slightly depending on role complexity or specialized skills.
Can I interview the VA before making a final decision?
Yes. You will always have the opportunity to interview shortlisted candidates. This allows you to assess communication style, experience, and overall fit before moving forward.
What if the VA is not a good fit after starting?
If the VA does not meet expectations, we offer a replacement guarantee. We work closely with you to understand the gap and quickly provide a suitable replacement at no additional recruitment cost.
Which time zones do your virtual assistants work in?
Our VAs can work at any time zone, depending on your needs. We align schedules to ensure real-time collaboration when required.
Will my VA work exclusively for my business?
Yes. Your VA is 100% dedicated to your business during agreed working hours and does not support other clients.
How do you ensure data security and confidentiality?
All VAs sign strict NDAs and confidentiality agreements. We also follow secure onboarding practices, recommend access controls, and can accommodate your internal security protocols to protect sensitive business data.
What level of English proficiency do your VAs have?
Our VAs come from multilingual regions, mostly with English as their second language, and are screened for strong verbal and written communication skills. Many have prior experience working with U.S., UK, and Australian clients.
Can I scale my team and hire more VAs later?
Yes. Many of our clients start with one VA and scale as their business grows. We make it easy to add more team members with similar skill sets, tools, and work styles.
What tasks can an administrative VA handle?
An administrative VA can take over a wide range of tasks, including managing emails and inbox organization, scheduling appointments, and handling travel arrangements. They can also assist with preparing reports, presentations, and data entry, ensuring your business runs smoothly. Many VAs handle customer service inquiries, follow-ups, and maintain organized records. Additionally, they can manage bookkeeping tasks such as invoicing and expense tracking. If you have specific administrative needs, we can match you with a VA who has experience in those areas.
What is the typical educational background of offshore virtual assistants?
Most offshore VAs hold at least a bachelor’s degree in fields like business administration, communications, IT, accounting, or marketing. Depending on the role, we also have VAs with specialized certifications and technical training in software, project management, and industry-specific skills.
Can I hire a VA with industry-specific experience?
Yes! We have a diverse talent pool with VAs who have experience in various industries. If you're in e-commerce, we can connect you with VAs skilled in order processing, customer support, and product listing management. For real estate businesses, we offer VAs who can manage CRMs, handle lead generation, and schedule appointments. Healthcare businesses can benefit from VAs who are familiar with medical billing, patient scheduling, and insurance verification. If you need bookkeeping, payroll processing, or invoicing, we have VAs experienced in accounting and finance. For digital marketing, we provide VAs with expertise in SEO, content creation, social media management, and email marketing. If your industry requires specialized skills, we can provide a VA with relevant experience.
How do you test the VA’s skills before recommending them?
We evaluate candidates using a combination of skill-based assessments, logical reasoning tests, and software proficiency exams. Practical skill assessments are customized to the role, such as writing samples, data entry tasks, or bookkeeping exercises. Logical reasoning tests help us assess problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Finally, all candidates undergo live interviews to assess communication skills, professionalism, and cultural fit.
We carefully vet candidates to ensure only the most qualified make it through. If you have a specific test you'd like them to complete, we can arrange for it before the interview.
We carefully vet candidates to ensure only the most qualified make it through. If you have a specific test you'd like them to complete, we can arrange for it before the interview.
What steps do you take to ensure the VA aligns with my company culture?
Cultural fit is just as important as skill fit. During our matching process, we consider your company’s values, mission, and work style to ensure a smooth integration. We take into account your preferred communication methods, whether it’s Slack, Zoom, or email, as well as your expectations regarding responsiveness and collaboration. We also align work schedules and time zones to match your operational needs. If your business requires a VA who is highly proactive and independent, we prioritize candidates with those qualities. By carefully assessing these factors, we ensure your VA will seamlessly blend into your team.
How is performance managed and monitored?
We help set clear KPIs, responsibilities, and success metrics from day one. VAs provide regular progress updates, and we can assist with performance reviews and optimization as your needs evolve.
Who manages payroll and compliance?
We handle payroll, local compliance, and HR administration, so you don’t have to worry about contracts, benefits, or labor regulations. You focus on managing work, not paperwork.
Which tools do VAs typically use to collaborate with teams?
Our VAs are experienced with common collaboration tools such as Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Workspace, and project management platforms like ClickUp, Asana, and Trello.
Can a VA support executives or founders directly?
Yes. We provide Executive Virtual Assistants who specialize in calendar management, inbox prioritization, travel planning, meeting preparation, and confidential communications for founders and senior leaders.
Are virtual assistants trained after hiring?
Onboarding is guided by your internal processes, since you know your workflows best. We ensure your VA already has the required skills and experience before starting, then support a smooth onboarding by aligning expectations, tools, and responsibilities from day one.
Which industries benefit most from hiring a VA?
Small and growing businesses across industries benefit from VAs, including e-commerce, real estate, healthcare, accounting, marketing agencies, SaaS, professional services, and startups. Any business looking to save time, reduce costs, and scale efficiently can benefit.
Have any more questions?
Please reach out to and chat to our friendly team.
What Our Clients Say
Trusted to hire offshore executive assistants and virtual assistants overseas by 100+ global teams.












