Administrative support
Inbox, calendar, data entry and the follow-ups that keep slipping.
- Email management
- Scheduling
- Data entry
- Research
Virtual assistants from the Philippines
Hire a skilled virtual assistant for $8–$15 an hour.
1221 Talent connects U.S. businesses with screened, English-speaking virtual assistants in the Philippines. You interview them, pick the one you want, and get one simple hourly invoice.
- Works your U.S. hours
- You interview and choose
- $50 deposit credited when you hire
Roles we fill
One assistant or a small team, for the work that eats your week
Tell us what you need done. We find VAs who already do that work every day.
Customer service
Friendly, clear English on email, chat and phone during your business hours.
- Email and chat support
- Phone support
- Order follow-up
- Help desk tickets
Marketing & social media
Consistent posting, scheduling and simple reporting across your channels.
- Content calendars
- Posting and scheduling
- Community replies
- Email newsletters
Design & multimedia
Graphics, presentations and short video edits that match your brand.
- Social graphics
- Slide decks
- Marketing materials
- Video editing
Bookkeeping & finance
Bill entry, reconciliations and invoicing kept accurate and up to date.
- Bill entry
- Bank reconciliation
- Invoicing
- Expense tracking
Custom requests
Something more specific? Describe the role and we'll tell you if we can fill it.
- Lead generation
- E-commerce support
- Project coordination
How it works
From job description to your first day together
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Send your job description
Book a free consultation or send us the tasks, hours and tools the role needs. We'll help you write the job description if you don't have one.
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We match and screen
We check each candidate's English, their work experience, and how that experience fits the role you're hiring for.
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You interview
A $50 deposit starts interviews. Meet your shortlist over video and ask them anything.
$50 deposit -
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Hire and onboard
Pick your VA and agree on their start date and hours. Your $50 comes off your first invoice, and we help you train your VA from day one.
Deposit credited
Pricing
One hourly rate, billed by 1221 Talent
You pay for the hours your VA works. We handle paying your VA in the Philippines.
$8–$15 per hour
Your rate depends on the role and the experience you need. You'll know it before you hire.
- Full-time or part-time hours
- One invoice from a U.S. company
- No international payroll for you to set up
- Help training your VA: best practices and tools
- Help finding a new VA if it isn't working out
$50Deposit to start interviewing. It's credited on your first invoice when you hire. It isn't refunded if you decide not to hire.
Estimate your cost
Hours per week
Per week
$400
Per month
$1,733
Monthly is weekly × 52 ÷ 12. This is an estimate. Your actual rate is set when you choose a VA.
Why the Philippines
Why so many U.S. businesses hire VAs in the Philippines
The Philippines is one of the world's largest outsourcing hubs, and the reasons are practical.
Strong English
English is an official language and is used in schools and business, so communication is easy.
Familiar with U.S. work culture
Years of work with American companies means fewer misunderstandings and less hand-holding.
Works your hours
Night shifts are normal, so your VA is online during your business day.
Affordable, skilled talent
Many VAs are college-educated, and you get experienced help for a fraction of the cost of a local hire.
Lake Oswego & Portland metro
VAs for Portland businesses
Serving Portland-area businesses, and clients across the U.S.
Your VA works Pacific time hours, so they're online when your customers and team are.
- Lake Oswego
- Portland
- West Linn
- Tigard
- Tualatin
- Beaverton
- Hillsboro
- Wilsonville
How much does it cost to hire a virtual assistant from the Philippines?
Most roles cost $8 to $15 per hour, depending on the skills and experience you need. You pay 1221 Talent for the hours your VA works, and we pay your VA. You'll know your rate before you hire.
What is the $50 deposit for?
The $50 deposit starts the interview stage. When you hire a VA, it's credited on your first invoice. If you decide not to hire, the deposit isn't refunded.
How do you screen virtual assistants?
We check each candidate's English, their work experience, and how that experience applies to the role you're hiring for. Then you interview the shortlist yourself and choose who to hire.
What if my VA isn't a good fit?
Tell us. We'll help you search for another VA. We also help you train your VA and help them work better with you, with best practices and the right tools.
Why hire a virtual assistant from the Philippines?
Filipino VAs speak and write clear American English, have a strong work ethic, and are familiar with U.S. business culture. Many have college degrees and experience in admin, customer service, marketing and bookkeeping.
What hours will my VA work?
Your VA can work your U.S. business hours, which is the night shift in the Philippines. Manila is 15 hours ahead of Pacific time in summer and 16 hours ahead in winter. You agree on the schedule before they start.
Articles
Guides for working with a VA
VA guide
How Do I Train My VAs?
Record your everyday tasks as short screen videos, organize them by process, and let your VA train themselves. The same videos work for every hire after.
Read article VA guideHow Do I Know My VA Is Working Their Hours?
Time trackers help, but the better answer is to manage your VA by output. Set the standard you expect, hire for it, and judge the work, not the clock.
Read article VA guideWhy Hire a VA in the Philippines?
American English, a strong work ethic, loyalty and accountability: the short version of why so many U.S. businesses hire virtual assistants in the Philippines.
Read article
Free consultation
Tell us about the role you need filled
We'll reply within one business day to set up a short call. There's no cost to talk.
Phone(971) 200-5032