Virtual Assistant Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Virtual Assistant:

  • High school diploma; additional qualifications as an Administrator or Executive Assistant are a plus
  • Proven experience as a Virtual Assistant or relevant role
  • Excellent phone, email and instant messaging communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Solid organizational skills
  • Familiarity with current technologies, like desktop sharing, cloud services and VoIP
  • Experience with word-processing software and spreadsheets (e.g. MS Office)
  • Knowledge of online calendars and scheduling (e.g. Google Calendar)

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Virtual Assistant skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Virtual Assistant roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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