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Job Title: Virtual Assistant - Construction (Project Management & Business Development) Location: Remote (UK time zone alignment preferred) Employment Type: Part-time initially with potential to increase to full-time Industry: Construction / Building Contractor Role Summary: We are a UK-based building contractor seeking a reliable and highly organised Virtual Assistant to support project management administration and business development activities. This role involves working closely with the Director and Project Managers to help ensure projects run smoothly and the business operates efficiently. The ideal candidate is proactive detail-oriented and comfortable supporting a growing construction business. Key Responsibilities: Project Management Support Organise and maintain digital project files (contracts drawings certificates correspondence) Track project timelines milestones and outstanding actions Maintain simple project trackers and task lists Coordinate subcontractor documentation (insurance RAMS certifications) Assist with drafting site instructions meeting notes and follow-ups Support preparation of client progress updates and reports Business Development & Administration Assist with preparing proposals tenders and quotations using provided templates Track enquiries leads and follow-ups Schedule meetings calls and site visits Manage inbox correspondence and prioritise key communications Assist with supplier and subcontractor coordination Maintain basic financial admin trackers (invoices issued/received - no bookkeeping required) Marketing Support (Advantageous but Not Essential) Assist with scheduling LinkedIn and Instagram posts (content provided) Organise project photos and marketing assets Format documents using Canva (proposals capability statements) Required Skills & Experience: Experience as a Virtual Assistant or Administrative Assistant Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent written English (UK business standard) Confident using Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace Comfortable working with spreadsheets and trackers Ability to work independently and manage priorities Professional and discreet when handling sensitive information Desirable (Not Essential): Experience supporting construction or property businesses Familiarity with UK construction terminology Experience with project management tools (Trello Notion Asana Monday) Canva or basic design experience Understanding of subcontractor compliance documentation Working Arrangements: Fully remote role Availability to support UK working hours Clear task briefs and systems provided Long-term opportunity for the right candidate What We Offer: Consistent ongoing work Opportunity to grow with the business Involvement in real construction projects Competitive hourly rate based on experience Application Instructions: Please provide: A short summary of your experience Examples of similar roles supported Your availability and hourly rate Confirmation of availability to work UK hours

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Email Management & Communication (60%) | Manage inbound partner inquiries and route to appropriate internal stakeholders | Draft personalize and send outbound emails to partners based on strategic priorities and templates | Conduct systematic follow-up on pending communications (24-48 hour cadences) | Monitor and respond to partnership-related email threads with appropriate urgency | Schedule meetings and coordinate calendar logistics between partners and internal teams | Maintain professional tone and messaging consistency across all partner communications | Flag urgent matters requiring Channel Director's immediate attention HubSpot & CRM Administration (20%) | Log all partner communications and interactions in HubSpot CRM | Update contact records opportunity stages and partnership status | Create and maintain email sequences for partner engagement campaigns | Track email open rates response rates and engagement metrics | Ensure data accuracy and completeness across partnership records | Generate reports on communication activity and partner engagement Administrative & Coordination Support (15%) | Coordinate meeting preparation materials and agendas | Manage partner onboarding documentation and welcome sequences | Maintain partnership tracking spreadsheets and status reports | Assist with preparation of weekly metrics reports | Coordinate with internal teams (BDMs technical leads project managers) for partner introductions | Organize and maintain shared documents templates and resources Strategic Support (5%) | Research partner contacts and organizational structures using LinkedIn Sales Navigator and ZoomInfo | Identify decision-makers and technical leaders at target partner organizations | Assist with partner segmentation and prioritization analysis | Support ad-hoc projects related to channel expansion and partnership development REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience & Skills: | 2-4 years of experience in administrative support operations coordination or sales/partnership operations | Exceptional written communication skills with ability to craft professional persuasive emails | Proven experience managing high-volume email correspondence (50+ emails daily) | Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously | Proficiency with CRM systems (HubSpot experience strongly preferred) | Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace | Experience with project management or task tracking tools Personal Attributes: | Extreme attention to detail and commitment to accuracy | Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision | Proactive problem-solver who anticipates needs before being asked | Comfortable with ambiguity and able to make sound decisions | Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines consistently | Professional demeanor suitable for executive-level partner communications | Comfortable in a fast-paced high-growth environment with evolving priorities