We've been able to cut expenses on employees and contractors by more than 60%
Elite Virtual Assistants
from South Africa & the Philippines
Cherry Assistant hires the top 1% of offshore talent from South Africa and the Philippines. We hire college-educated, experienced, and trained talent to grow your business.
TRUSTED BY CLIENTS AND COMPANIES FROM
"Hiring a virtual assistant has been the best decision I’ve made as a founder. I only wish I got one sooner. My South African VA from Cherry Assistant handles all my scheduling, emails, and research."
"Perfect for someone who's trying to launch a business. Quick intro call, sent over my project description and, bam, what would have been 10 hours of work for me turned into time to do something else, while the project got done on time and accurately."
"Frances has been great, she's able to manage mine and two other emails and calendars for executives. Cherry Assistant made it easy for me to hire and manage my own Executive Assistant. Saves me time and headache."
Grow Your Business With An Elite Offshore Team
Cherry Assistant hires talented remote workers from South Africa and the Philippines which costs you 90% less than an equivalent US hire.
Our South African and Filipino virtual assistants are college educated, skilled and experienced. They free up your time and grow your business.
Hire US Experienced and No Foreign Accent Talent
Hire fully remote talent and pay month-to-month for 80% less, with team members who work in your timezone.
Lower Costs
Work with the top 1% of overseas talent for half the cost of other companies. We offer an affordable monthly subscription that includes wages, payroll handling, retention management, and more.
Hire In 2 Weeks
Your talent starts with you in as little as 1-2 weeks. We qualify the top 1% from thousands of candidates for each job. We handle everything from qualifying, interviewing, background checks, references, and onboarding so you don't have to.
100% Satisfaction
We work with you to find the perfect candidate no matter how many times it takes.
Cancel Anytime
Hire a fully remote team member and only pay a simple month-to-month subscription. Cancel anytime with no long term commitments.
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Trusted by Business Owners Like You
Hear what Cherry Assistant clients have to say about working with our remote virtual assistants and offshore talent from South Africa and the Philippines.
Helping scale Whiskey Winsday and focus on bringing in revenue
My inbox has been at zero and I'm booking new clients
I've been able to take myself out of the day to day business
We've been able to cut expenses on employees and contractors by more than 60%
Helping scale Whiskey Winsday and focus on bringing in revenue
My inbox has been at zero and I'm booking new clients
I've been able to take myself out of the day to day business
We've been able to cut expenses on employees and contractors by more than 60%
Helping scale Whiskey Winsday and focus on bringing in revenue
My inbox has been at zero and I'm booking new clients
I've been able to take myself out of the day to day business
SEE FOR YOURSELF
Meet a Cherry Assistant
Our virtual assistants speak fluent English, are college-educated, and have 5+ years experience in your industry and role.
Vee
South Africa
Customer Service / Executive Assistant
OUR PROCESS
How Cherry Assistant Works
Our process is built so founders can move from idea to trained support quickly.
All hires are vetted for timezone alignment with your team.
Tell Us the Role and Your Workday
We start with a focused kickoff call to align on responsibilities, goals, and the exact timezone overlap your team needs.
We Source and Vet in Target Markets
Our recruiters source from South Africa and the Philippines, run multi-stage vetting, and only shortlist candidates who fit your role and schedule.
Interview Finalists and Choose
You meet qualified finalists, compare strengths, and select the person who best matches your standards and culture.
Onboarding and Launch Support
We support salary calibration, onboarding setup, and handoff so your hire can start strong and work within your team's operating cadence.
Scale With Ongoing Guidance
As your needs grow, we help you refine scopes, add hires, and keep performance strong with timezone-aligned talent.
Ready to Build Your Team?
Share the roles you need and we will start matching you with vetted, timezone-aligned candidates.
Zero risk: You pay nothing if you do not hire.
Why Top Founders Choose Cherry Assistant
Compare what you get with Cherry Assistant versus hiring in-house, generic agencies, or marketplace-based freelancers.
| Feature | Cherry Assistant | Hire In-House (U.S.) | General Offshore Agencies | Freelance Marketplaces |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost savings vs U.S. local hires | ✓ | ✕ | ~ | ~ |
| Fluent English communication | ✓ | ✓ | ~ | ~ |
| College-educated candidates | ✓ | ✓ | ~ | ~ |
| Dedicated experienced talent for your role | ✓ | ✓ | ~ | ~ |
| Timezone-aligned work schedules | ✓ | ✓ | ~ | ✕ |
| Easy cancellation with month-to-month flexibility | ✓ | ✕ | ~ | ~ |
| Buyout option available | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Compliance and payroll support | ✓ | ✕ | ~ | ✕ |
| Run by experienced founders and operators | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
Zero risk: pay nothing if you do not hire.
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Best countries for virtual assistants
Compare South Africa, the Philippines, Mexico, and other sourcing options before you hire.
Transparent & Simple Pricing.
Explore different pricing for Standard & Senior Virtual Assistants.
Perfect for light support needs
10 hours per week of vetted offshore talent.
Fluent English & college educated
3-5+ years of professional experience
Sourcing, vetting, and onboarding support.
Access to our SOP library.
Pause or cancel anytime. No hidden fees.
Perfect for offloading recurring tasks
20 hours per week of vetted offshore talent.
Fluent English & college educated
3-5+ years of professional experience
Sourcing, vetting, and onboarding support.
Access to our SOP library.
Pause or cancel anytime. No hidden fees.
Perfect for delegating entire workflows
40 hours per week of vetted offshore talent.
Fluent English & college educated
3-5+ years of professional experience
Custom personality tests
Sourcing, vetting, and onboarding support.
Access to our SOP library.
Pause or cancel anytime. No hidden fees.
Perfect for early-stage executives
20 hours per week of senior-level talent.
10+ years of professional experience
Sourcing, vetting, and onboarding support
Access to our SOP library.
Pause or cancel anytime. No hidden fees.
Perfect for hiring a strategic operator
40 hours per week of senior-level talent.
10+ years of experience in senior roles.
Unlimited onboarding & coaching.
Access to premium SOP templates.
24/7 priority support from Cherry Assistant.
Includes case study spotlight (opt-in).
Pause or cancel anytime. No hidden fees.
Perfect for hiring in bulk to scale a team
Hire 3-50+ offshore team members at once
Mix of essential and strategic VA options
Custom onboarding flows and SOPs
Dedicated Account Manager
Volume based discounts and pricing
Includes case study spotlight (opt-in).
Contract required for volume hiring.
ALTERNATIVE OPTION
Hire Directly
Don't need our help with management and onboarding?
Hire directly and pay a one-time headhunting fee to bring them onto
your team directly without management from Cherry Assistant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not seeing what you're looking for?
Read our full comprehensive FAQ.
Cherry Assistant is an offshore staffing and recruiting agency based in the US. We help businesses in the US and the UK hire global remote talent in South Africa and the Philippines. Our hires speak great English, are college educated, and have deep experience relevant to your role.
Our recruiters source from multiple channels, run structured screening, and only present vetted candidates that match your responsibilities, communication standards, and timezone needs.
You can, but most teams lose significant time in sourcing and screening. We handle recruiting, vetting, and shortlist quality so your team can focus on interviews and final decisions.
We can source talent for most remote functions, including executive assistants, SDRs, customer support, marketing support, bookkeeping, and operations roles. For specialized hiring needs, we can scope it with you directly. Book a meeting to review your exact hiring plan.
Yes. We prioritize candidates who can work in the client’s operating hours and collaborate in real-time with your team.
Many clients start seeing strong candidates in as little as seven days, and hiring timelines commonly land within one to two weeks depending on role complexity.
Yes. For managed plans, Cherry Assistant handles international payroll and compliance workflows so your internal team does not have to run those operations manually.
We offer two models: Direct Placement and Managed Hire. Direct Placement starts with a refundable deposit and the remainder is paid only when you hire. Managed Hire is a monthly model with ongoing support.
If fit is not right, we work with you on replacements based on your selected service model and active plan terms.
Yes. We offer a buyout option for managed engagements when you want to transition the candidate to a direct internal relationship.
Yes. We support both business support roles and technical hiring tracks, including specialized talent where role requirements are clearly defined.
Managed options are structured for flexibility and can be month-to-month depending on plan terms. We align structure and terms during onboarding so expectations are clear.
Start with a short discovery call. We align on responsibilities, seniority, timezone overlap, and target outcomes, then launch sourcing immediately.
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