Total 14 research assistant job vacancies in Cebu City, Central Visayas (Region VII)

Key Responsibilities:

Executive Assistant Duties:

1. Administrative and Operational Support:
   • Manage the executive’s calendar, organize meetings, and prioritize commitments.
   • Prepare and manage reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and client-facing reviews.
   • Handle executive correspondence, ensuring timely communication with internal teams and global stakeholders.
2. Travel and Expense Management:
   • Coordinate complex travel arrangements (local and international) as needed.
   • Prepare and submit expense reports in compliance with company policies.
3. Leadership Team Support:
   • Organize leadership meetings, prepare agendas, and document action items.
   • Plan and support internal events such as team town halls or operational reviews.

PMO Responsibilities:

1. Project Management Support:
   • Assist in planning, monitoring, and tracking strategic projects across operations, HR, and client accounts.
   • Provide updates, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies to leadership.
   • Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives aligned with client SLAs and KPIs.
2. Reporting and Documentation:
   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including charters, risk logs, and project roadmaps.
   • Prepare weekly or monthly dashboards for executive and client reporting.
3. Stakeholder Engagement:
   • Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and cross-functional departments to ensure alignment on project goals.
   • Organize and facilitate regular updates with project stakeholders.
4. Process and Workflow Optimization:
   • Support initiatives to enhance efficiency across operations, client servicing, and back-office processes.

• Makes requests, monitors and tracks departmental supplies, and chemical amenities of the hotel.
• Prepares monthly reports, inventory of items, accruals, and expenses of the department.
• Provision of admin work including but not limited to updating bulletin boards, coordinating departmental activities, filing of documents and managing department. schedules

• Assist in the recruitment process, including scheduling interviews and coordinating with hiring managers
• Maintain employee records and update the HRIS database with accuracy and confidentiality
• Support the onboarding process for new hires and assist in organizing company events and cultural initiatives
• Help prepare HR-related reports and presentations as needed
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits, leave management, and performance management processes
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide general HR support
• Collaborate with the HR team on various projects to improve employee experience and maintain HR policies

• Conducts negotiations with suppliers and contractors to obtain the best possible price.
• Coordinates with the requesting department all product specifications, lead time and other details pertaining to the requested product.
• Ensures quotation and supplier accreditation files are complete and accurate and all food deliveries are compliant with the food safety standards of the Hotel.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and execute day to day administrative and legal formalities in accordance with the law
• Ensuring the continuing good standing of client companies by ensuring all company law and contractual requirements are complied with
• Build, develop and maintain partnerships with cluster contacts

Tasks 

• Review board minutes, prepare complex board packs, including agenda, related minutes, agreements and documentation.
• Train, coach and support the team as and where required
• Maintain and review board/filing trackers
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance
• Ensure prompt follow-up and timely execution of client requests
• A point of contact for daily operations on complex clients
• Coordinate deliverables for junior team members, working closely together with (Assistant) Managers
• Assist with the audit process Attend board and shareholders meetings, preparing related minutes, IQ-EQ service agreements and documentation.
• Review board minutes of more junior team members
• Prepare and review RCS, RBO, EMIR and general documents
• Understand fee agreements and identify out-of-scope services
• Coordinate with 3rd parties and support/remote functions
• Review of bank account opening forms

This role provides administrative support for various tasks, such as basic scheduling, travel arrangements, expense reporting, invoicing, purchase orders, and general assistance to one or more managers within a group, office, or business unit. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Works under moderate supervision. This role requires the skills and ability to partner with leaders on confidential matters and communicate effectively and appropriately with internal resources, clients (where applicable), and other parties in a global and virtual working environment.

• Provide support in general administrative tasks such as but not limited to filing, encoding, maintaining, and sorting files and documents.
• Managing shared mailboxes including but not limited to email correspondence and basic scheduling.
• Prepares, generates, and maintains reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and other necessary documents as required, in response to and in anticipation of the department’s needs.
• Prepare, review, submit, and track expense reports for reimbursements.
• Enter, track, coordinate, and process departmental invoices for payment.
• Updates and secures Salesforce data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and usability for business operations.
• Maintains and organizes documents in Sharepoint and Teams databases for stakeholders, including tasks such as saving, organizing, and creating folders for efficient document repository management.
• Reroute documents to other approvers when necessary.
• Conduct online research or other types of research for onshore partners..
• Answering customer inquiries, maintaining client records, performing research on financial products such as stock investment, and providing administrative support to the stakeholders as needed.
• Preparing and/or monitoring compliance and/or correspondence requirements
• Processing Certificate of Insurance and ensuring correctness of data. (COI)
• Process travel bookings such as air, land, hotel, and other necessary bookings suitable to stakeholders' needs.
• Virtual coordination with suppliers and vendors.
• Maintain the SOP/DTP of current processes and assist with documentation updates as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and a high level of professionalism in all interactions and when handling sensitive information.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish more complicated goals. Completes tasks independently and receives guidance on new assignments or atypical matters.
• Perform and accomplish the responsibilities listed above with moderate guidance of Team Lead.

Companies have increasingly been relying on market insights to make informed decisions and our role at NIQ has evolved into us being information scientists -predicting the ‘What's Next’ for our clients, in order for them to grow, stay relevant in the present, and for the future. Our behavioral researchers in NIQ’s Consumer Insights team tackle our clients’ issues by unlocking the why and the how, while our data researchers identify key clients' priorities quantitatively by applying data science techniques to the survey and other big data sources.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and building an accurate, complete, up-to-date understanding of the market with insightful data and intelligence
• Accountable for analyses, charting, and performing quality checks for analytic reports
• Assisting in developing analytical solutions, consumer insight recommendations, and developing questionnaires aligned with client goals and needs
• Assisting in preparation of proposals and credential presentations
• Ensuring timely and quality deliverables and services to clients
• Providing administrative and operational support in research projects
• Collaborating with the various internal teams for research projects

A Little Bit About You

You will play an essential role in managing research projects from start to finish, supporting the Manager on research design, analysis, reporting through to presenting findings to clients. We will arm you with the best in market research skills and capabilities, through on the job coaching and structured training. You will also be given access to our full range of data and analytics solutions. Whilst we love surveys, we also have plenty of other data to quench your curiosity and wow your clients.

• Knowledge in bar drinks and menu creation
• Manages the stocks and setup for the bar in line with brand standards
• Can handle bar operations and people management
• Promotes the bar's full range of products

The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to one or more executives, performing day-to-day tasks such as coordinating diaries, preparing materials for meetings, organizing and managing data, and serving as a liaison with other departments. A valuable asset to the executive team, the Executive Assistant is expected to communicate effectively, display a strong sense of professionalism, resourcefulness, and the highest degree of confidentiality.

• Primary support for the West Offices
  • Including all the associated assigned tasks
  • Office spreadsheet data (Teams)
  • Act as liaison between FM and landlords re: payments, etc.
  • Supplier onboarding process
  • Supplier invoicing and follow-up
  • PO creation as needed
• Occupancy Reporting for West
  • Review and distribute weekly West Occupancy Report
• Sustainability Reporting for West
  • Data collection site utility invoices for the West offices and enter into the West Region spreadsheet
• Parking and Storage for all West Offices
  • Data collection of site parking and storage costs and enter in the West Region spreadsheet
  • Submit ZAP forms
• Iron Mountain for Americas
  • Code and/or ensure all invoices are set up with proper regional PO number in Coupa and process via Coupa
• Safety Incident Reporting
  • Maintain the Safety Incident Reporting spreadsheet on a monthly basis for the RFM’s to enter follow up notes

Your team will be your key focus, developing their skills and knowledge and build strong customer relationships with existing and new clients gaining insight into their needs and delivering customer-centric solutions.

You’ll be highly organized, pay close attention to detail and know your subject matter as you will reviewing all reporting requirements, including financial statements and ad-hoc client deliverables.

Building strong and effective relationships with colleagues and the wider business is an essential.  You’ll also need to be thorough in all you do, using your own judgment to highlight any significant finds and put forward any recommendations to help us find an appropriate solution.   

We are never complacent and always encourage our people to look for ways to improve our business; here everyone’s opinion counts and we will value your contribution

Your long-term career goals are important to us too. We want to make sure we’re providing the support and opportunities you need to achieve your dreams so we can build a successful future, together. 

This role provides administrative support for various tasks, such as preparation of reports, charts, and other presentation materials, inventory of office supplies, timekeeping duties and maintenance of files, databases and archives of relevant records to one or more managers in a department or group in an organization. This role works under general guidance and supervision.

• Provide support in general administrative tasks such as but not limited to filing, encoding, maintaining, and sorting files and documents.
• Prepares, generate, and maintain reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and other necessary documents as required, in response to and in anticipation of department’s needs.
• Prepares, reviews, submits, and tracks Stakeholder’s expense reports for reimbursements
• Enters, tracks and processes departmental invoices for payment.
• Processes timesheet approval, submission and Oracle Time Adjustments (OTA) (including approvals, transfers and cost center changes) for employees.
• Maintains and organizes documents in Sharepoint and Teams databases for stakeholders, including tasks such as saving, organizing, and creating folders for efficient document repository management.
• Process and submit ServiceNow IT ticketing.
• Process and purchase orders for office supplies, including IT hardware and software services. Conduct online research or other types of research for onshore partners.
• Reroute documents to other approvers when necessary.
• Perform other related functions, projects and duties as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality and a high level of professionalism in all interactions and when handling sensitive information.
• Receives guidance and training on well-structured assignments relying on instructions and established procedures and may be relied on to solve routine problems/issues.
• Perform and accomplish the responsibilities listed above under the general guidance and supervision of an SME or Team

• Promotes and sells customized spa programs, and ensures effective communication amongst all departments within the hotel.
• Utilizes revenue management to maximize revenue generation based on data.
• Ensures Guest or Member satisfaction at all times by ensuring that safety and service are always the spa's priority.

Job Title: Apparel Management Assistant
Location: FULLY-REMOTE
Employment Type: Full-time

Our agency is currently looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Remote Assistant with strong experience in the Apparel/Fashion Industry and knowledge of QuickBooks. This role involves managing day-to-day office tasks, financial data entry, and inventory tracking to support our apparel business.

Work Schedule: 9 am to 5 pm EST

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle day-to-day bookkeeping tasks including data entry, invoicing, and reconciling accounts.
• Support the management of product inventory using Quickbooks and ApparelMagic (training available if needed).
• Assist in order processing, tracking inventory levels, and updating product details.
• Manage emails, calendar scheduling, and coordinate virtual meetings.
• Handle customer inquiries, orders, and follow-up communications.

• Prior work experience as a Virtual Assistant, Accounting, or related role in the Apparel/Fashion Industry.
• Previous work experience with QuickBooks.
• Knowledge or familiarity with ApparelMagic or other apparel Apparel management software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with teams and clients.
  
  Preferred Skills:
  Experience in the apparel/fashion industry.

• Weekly Pay
• Work from home opportunities
• Negotiable salary (depends on the experience)

I. Description

Work Arrangement: Fully remote, overlapping EST working hours

Job Type: Full-time

Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, with core hours between 9 AM – 5 PM EST

Locations: Remote, open to candidates in the Philippines

About Pearl Talent:

Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They’re looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we’ve hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.

Why Work with Us?

We mean what we say that we’re building a different recruiting company here. We only work with exceptional founders from the US and EU who care about the long-term success of their team members. We also provide you with attainable 3, 6, 9, 12 month, and beyond retention bonuses in addition to community oriented opportunities like an annual retreat.

About the Company:

The company is an innovative provider of AI-driven business solutions, dedicated to helping organizations leverage AI as a repeatable advantage for industry success. With a focus on integrity, excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement, they foster an environment that values curiosity, collaboration, and the empowerment of talent to drive meaningful outcomes.

Role Overview:

The Executive Assistant role focuses on providing organizational, administrative, and project management support to the leadership team. The position involves helping with scheduling, communications, and various strategic initiatives to ensure effective coordination and smooth operations across different projects. The role is central to maintaining productivity, organization, and progress within the company.

Your Impact:

The Executive Assistant will play a key role in ensuring that the leadership team functions efficiently by managing day-to-day activities and maintaining smooth workflows. By organizing meetings, booking travel, managing communication, and assisting in strategic initiatives, this role directly contributes to the effectiveness of the leadership team and the seamless execution of company projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Administrative Coordination

• Organize meetings, including scheduling, sending reminders, and arranging catering when needed.
• Book travel arrangements for the team.
• Write, edit, and prepare communications, including emails, memos, and drafts.

2. Project Management

• Assist in managing strategic initiatives such as event preparation and knowledge management.
• Support leadership in preparation for speaking engagements and internal projects.

3.General Support

• Manage data entry tasks.
• Provide general organizational support to the leadership team as needed.
• Act as a key point of contact for various workstreams and initiatives.

Immediate Tasks Anticipated for the Candidate to Fully Own on Week 1:

• Manage the leadership team’s schedule and calendar, handling any conflicts or rescheduling with precision.
• Begin organizing internal and external meetings, ensuring agendas, meeting minutes, and follow-ups are in place.
• Coordinate travel logistics for upcoming events or business trips.
• Start managing communication channels and drafting responses to emails or inquiries.
• Familiarize themselves with Company’s tools and platforms, including Slack, G-suite, Salesforce, Notion, and Airtable.

Must-Have:

• Knowledge with AI Tools: AI tools such as ChatGPT to streamline workflows and enhance communication.
• Experience with Project Management Software: Experienced in organizing and tracking projects using tools like Airtable, Loom, and Miro for efficient task management.
• Presentation Platform Skills: Proficient in creating impactful presentations with platforms like Pitch to convey ideas effectively.
• Strong Organizational Skills: Highly organized, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and workstreams effectively.
• Exceptional Interpersonal Skills: A collaborative team player with a strong passion for teamwork and fostering a cooperative work environment.
• Process Improvement Mindset: Proactively identifies and implements improvements to optimize processes beyond established protocols.
• Digital Tool Proficiency: Comfortable with a variety of digital tools, including Slack, G-Suite, Salesforce, Notion, and Calendly.

Nice-to-Have:

• Startup or Senior Leadership Experience: Background in fast-paced startup environments or experience working directly with senior leadership to drive impactful initiatives.

Compensation Package:

• Remote Work: Fully remote—work from anywhere
• Generous PTO: Ample paid time off to rest and recharge
• Health Coverage: HMO coverage after 3 months for full-time employees
• Direct Mentorship: Grow through guidance from international industry experts
• Learning & Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth
• Global Networking: Work and connect with professionals around the world
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible hours that support a healthy work-life balance

Our Recruitment Process:

1. Application
2. Screening
3. 30 minute Interview
4. Skills Assessment
5. Client Interview
6. Job Offer
7. Client Onboarding

Ready to Join Us?

If this role aligns with your skills and career goals, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your journey with Pearl.