Administrative support
Inbox, calendar, data entry and the follow-ups that keep slipping.
- Email management
- Scheduling
- Data entry
- Research
Lake Oswego & Portland metro
Virtual assistants for Portland and Lake Oswego businesses
Hire a screened, English-speaking virtual assistant from the Philippines who works Pacific time hours, for $8 to $15 an hour.
Why local businesses use VAs
Get help with the work that keeps you late
Portland-area owners hire VAs for admin, customer service, marketing, design and bookkeeping work, at a fraction of the cost of a local hire.
Pacific time hours
Your VA works 8 to 5 Pacific, or whatever schedule you need. It's the night shift in Manila, which is normal there.
$8–$15 per hour
One hourly rate billed by a U.S. company. No international payroll to set up.
You choose
We screen for English and relevant experience. You interview the shortlist and pick your VA.
Help after hiring
We help you train your VA, and help you find another one if the first isn't a fit.
Time zones
Portland time vs. Manila time
Manila is 15 hours ahead of Portland during daylight saving time (March to November) and 16 hours ahead in winter. The Philippines doesn't change its clocks.
| Portland | Manila, summer | Manila, winter |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM | 11:00 PM | 12:00 AM (midnight) |
| 12:00 PM | 3:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 5:00 PM | 8:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
Roles
Roles Portland-area businesses hire for
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
Areas we serve
Serving the Portland metro area
We work with businesses across the metro by phone and video, and with clients anywhere in the United States.
- Lake Oswego
- Portland
- West Linn
- Tigard
- Tualatin
- Beaverton
- Hillsboro
- Wilsonville
- Milwaukie
- Oregon City
- Happy Valley
- Vancouver, WA
FAQ
Questions from Portland-area businesses
Can a VA in the Philippines work Pacific time hours?
Yes. Manila is 15 hours ahead of Portland during daylight saving time and 16 hours ahead in winter, so an 8 AM to 5 PM Pacific shift is the night shift in Manila. Night shifts for U.S. clients are common there.
How much does a virtual assistant cost for a Portland business?
Through 1221 Talent, $8 to $15 per hour depending on the role. You pay one hourly rate to a U.S. company and we pay your VA.
Do you serve businesses outside Lake Oswego and Portland?
Yes. We serve businesses across the Portland metro area, including Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin, West Linn, Wilsonville, Hillsboro and Vancouver, WA, and clients anywhere in the United States.
How does the free consultation work?
Send the form or call (971) 200-5032. We reply within one business day to set up a short phone or video call about the role you need filled.
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