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Executive Assistant (Business Support)

Assist World

LocationPhilippines, South Africa
Seniorityexecutive
CompanyAssist World
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What this posting tells you

Role lane

Administrative and data entry, Customer success, Operations, Customer support

Where you can work

Philippines, South Africa

Working hours

Timezone overlap is not stated.

Arrangement

executive · full_time

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GoOperationsSupportRemote / Philippines / South Africa
Job description

Executive Assistant (Business Support) at Assist World

Overview

We are seeking a high-level Executive Assistant to support the business operations of a fast-paced, high-performing executive.

This role focuses on protecting the executive’s time, managing communications, and ensuring smooth internal coordination. The EA will work closely under an existing Executive Assistant and play a key role in maintaining operational flow and decision-making efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Inbox & Communication Management (CORE)

Manage and triage incoming emails

Respond, redirect, or decline requests on behalf of the executive

Act as a gatekeeper — ensuring only high-priority items reach the executive

Route requests to relevant team members

Calendar & Time Protection

Manage and optimize executive calendar

Decline or reschedule unnecessary meetings

Ensure time is allocated effectively

Business Operations Support

Assist in keeping internal workflows on track

Support coordination across team members

Ensure follow-ups and tasks are completed

Collaboration with EA Team

Work under and alongside the current EA

Learn systems and processes quickly (within ~2 weeks)

Transition into independent support after onboarding

Requirements

Strong experience in Executive Assistant or similar role

Excellent judgment and decision-making ability

Ability to confidently say “no” on behalf of executive

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Comfortable working in structured, fast-paced environments

Experience with Google Workspace

AI awareness or willingness to learn

Nice to Have

Experience supporting high-level executives

Experience in fast-growing or high-demand environments

Location: RemoteType: Full-TimeWorking Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Pacific TimeTraining Period: Must be open to working overnight hours temporarily (approx. 2 weeks)

Why Join Assist World?

100% REMOTE

$50 birthday bonus

$200 testimonial bonus

NO TRACKER. NO PROBLEM

Company context

Working remotely at Assist World

Assist World is hiring for 98 active remote roles, with remote-friendly openings, application links, and job details refreshed from the public remote job inventory.

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