Total 33 research assistant job vacancies in The Philippines

About the job

Reporting to the Goods Flow Team Manager, this ASSOCIATE role is responsible for providing assistance in the completion of the Logistics process in the easiest and safest way possible. He/She develops and uses his/her knowledge and experience of IKEA operations, including IKEA machinery and equipment, as well as the expertise of his/her co-workers within the team to achieve the highest level of availability of products in the store.

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.

• Responsible for providing administrative and logistical support to the Division Manager in her day-to-day activities and to the division in general on the daily administrative and operational requirements. Also, responsible for controlling documents related to the division’s QMS.

First Focus is Australia's best Managed Service Provider (MSP), with a team of over 300 technical professionals across offices in Australia, New Zealand and the Philippines. We have grown consistently and profitably for over 15 years, and we're continuing to win new clients and challenge ourselves to rise to new heights.

We have just started the search for Virtual Assistant in the Philippines who will work directly with the CEO of one of our US based partner MSPs in a dynamic and engaging role . Are you ready to support a visionary leader? You’ll play a crucial part in preparing for meetings, conducting research, and managing communication, all while contributing to a positive company culture. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and excited about making an impact, we want to hear from you!

• We actively promote equal opportunity and fair treatment for all our employees, irrespective of their position, location or nationality, fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture - grow your career!
• We understand the value you deliver, and we will give you the support to get the job done - be supported to be awesome!
• We find and retain the best - best Project Engineers, best technical escalation, best team leads and managers, best team!
• We encourage transparency as one of the foundations of our culture, creating a healthier, more productive work environment while actively discouraging toxicity - be heard, feel safe to speak up!

Duties

• Performing meeting preparations for CEO - agenda, ensuring it's a useful meeting, researching/summarizing the last meeting, searching the social media  of meeting attendees for relevant information
• Assisting with Monday Strategy meeting prep, pulling numbers etc.
• Ensuring CEO has context on those he is communicating with
• Gifting - researching and finding "wow gifts" CEO
• Social media for CEO - LinkedIn responses
• Booking company travel/accommodation/hotels/parking etc.
• Calendar management
• Provide essential administrative support 

To succeed in this role, we don't expect you to have skills in all of these areas but a working knowledge will give you an advantage:

• Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English (Mandatory)
• Professional level of verbal and written communication skills
• At least 3 years of experience as an executive assistant or other relevant administrative support
• Well-organized, strong attention to details, and ability to multi-task 
• Experience working with CEO/top-level management
• Outstanding organizational and management skills
• Must possess our company values- passionate, honest+ forthright, endless improving, focused on exceptional service
• Adaptability, flexibility, and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Experience with ConnectWise is a plus but not required
• Willing to work on a night shift
   

Office Address: 

• 29th Floor, Robinsons Cyberscape Gamma, Topaz Road, Ortigas Pasig City Metro Manila Philippines
• 26th floor, Axis Tower One Building, Filinvest Ave, Alabang, Muntinlupa 

Employee perks:

• ‘Endless Innovation’ is deeply embedded in our client's DNA - there will be an intensive training during onboarding, as well as ongoing close support by the Executive Coordinator
• Gift culture - our client's practice is using gifts strategically to strengthen relationships, build goodwill, and create connections. It focuses on thoughtful and meaningful gifting to enhance personal or professional bonds. 
• HMO from the first day of your employment
• Addition of one (1) dependent (e.g., your spouse) to the Company's HMO policy (which includes medical coverage plus dental benefits package) on the first day of your employment
• All employees have free access to Uprise, including 1:1 coaching sessions from qualified psychologists or counselors
• 25 days paid days leave annually
• Employee Referral Program (Php 20,000)* 
• Social events, End of Financial Year and Christmas

The Assistant Manager - HR provides visible, accessible and trusted human resources support for designated management and employees throughout the designated countries, such as recruitment, selection, induction, payroll, performance management, people and organisational development, compensation and benefits, and employee relations. Act as HR lead on Compensation & Benefits, HR Operations & Payroll for APAC region.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Personnel, Payroll Administration

- Coordinate the business process outsourcing payroll and ensure a timely and correct payroll administration of employees and team members in designated country. Contribute to the development, implementation and maintenance of up to date internal descriptions of payroll administration processes. Manage local HR related audits.
- Ensure a timely and correct personnel and payroll administration of employees in APAC region.
- Accountable for the HRIS updates. Review, propose changes & maintain the online HR Portals as applicable.
- Execute HR processes including but not limited to onboarding, transfer and leavers. Contribute to the optimization of HR processes, signaling bottlenecks, initiating improvements and preparing and updating work/process description.

2. Compensation & Benefits

- Implement, review & administer policies, processes and tools (related to such as insurances, pension, staff handbooks terms and conditions, annual compensation reviews and bonus processes).
- Maintain an up to date and coherent Job and Reward framework (job profiles, job levels, job titles, job families, C&B packages, variable pay programs) based on internal equity and external competitiveness.
- Support to manage ongoing employee compensation programs including annual compensation reviews, promotion cycles, salary proposals, and bonus programs in the region.
- Provide support in preparing job offers, promotions, transfers and dismissal cases.
- Ensure up to date publication of C&B policies, processes and tools on the HR Portal. Provide information sessions for managers and employees.

3. Human Resources Business Partner

- Provide support to management in recruitment, selection, induction and retention of new hires with Omron DNA within a pre-defined process, timeline and key performance indicators.
- Coordinate and support management in the performance management cycle processes across the region regarding performance development reviews, performance improvement activities, mid year reviews, personal development planning, talent reviews and succession planning.
- Support management in identifying development needs and facilitate development activities (on individual, team and organisational level).

4. Ensure and maintain all regulations of Company to keep in line with government regulations, to avoid the existence of issues that can disrupt the stability and operations of the Company and establish a positive employer-employee relationship.

5. Contribute in developing, implementing, monitoring and reviewing HR strategies, policies, processes, instruments, systems and KPI's.

6. Participate in and lead HR projects as defined in the annual HR action plans.

7. Support & deliver any other adhoc duties assigned by Manager.

- Masters or Degree in Human Resources Management.
- Understanding of and familiarity with social security legislation and labor legislation in APAC is highly advantageous.
- Proactive and target oriented. Works with high pace and with a high level of accuracy at the same time.
- Good knowledge of Word and Excel.
- Strong communication skill.
- Proficient in the English and local language, both written and verbal.

Job Title: Executive Assistant with Social Media Management Skills

Location: Fully-Remote

Employment Type: Full-time

Schedule: 9:00am - 5:00pm EST (tentative)

We are seeking a proactive and organized Executive Assistant with experience in social media management to support our client's executive team and manage their social media presence. This role requires a detail-oriented, tech-savvy professional who can manage executive schedules, assist in project coordination, and maintain our social media platforms. If you have excellent organizational skills, experience in content creation, and enjoy handling both administrative tasks and digital marketing, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Executive Support

• Manage and coordinate daily schedules, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and handle follow-up tasks.
• Assist with email and communication management, responding on behalf of executives when needed.
• Coordinate projects, ensuring timely progress and updates.

Social Media Management

• Develop and execute social media strategies aligned with brand objectives.
• Create, curate, and schedule content across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.).
• Monitor social media channels for engagement and respond to comments and inquiries.

Requirements

• Experience: Proven experience as an Executive Assistant and Social Media Manager.
• Skills: Proficiency in social media platforms and management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer).
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace; knowledge of design tools (Canva, Photoshop) is a plus.

• Weekly Pay
• Work-From-Home Opportunities
• Easy Hiring Process
• Negotiable Salary, depends on the experience

Foreign Exchange Management:

• Monitor and manage the Company’s foreign currency exposure and execute hedging strategies according to the Company’s policy.
• Execute FX transactions to manage the company’s foreign currency needs.
• Forecast USD and third currency requirements ensuring sufficient liquidity of the accounts managed.
• Analyze FX market trends and provide regular updates and recommendations to management.
• Maintain relationships with banks and financial institutions to secure favorable FX rates and manage FX deals.
• Stay informed about any updates to BSP regulations regarding foreign currency exchange transactions to ensure the Company executes transactions in compliance with both banking and BSP regulations.

Cash Management:

• Oversee daily cash flow management and ensure sufficient liquidity to meet the company’s operational needs.
• Manage short-term investments and working capital to optimize returns.
• Perform cash forecasting to anticipate future liquidity needs and identify funding gaps.
• Collaborate with ACPC, Sales, Procurement, and Credit and Collections team to optimize cash flow processes and minimize cash holding costs.

Debt Management

• Oversee and manage the company’s debt obligations, ensuring timely loan repayments, effective interest rate management, and compliance with financial covenants.
• Support the negotiation and structuring of debt facilities to ensure they align with the company’s overall financial strategy.
• Evaluate the company’s debt portfolio, optimize debt levels, and propose strategies to reduce financing costs.
• Regularly prepare detailed reports on debt positions and offer recommendations for refinancing and debt consolidation opportunities.

Bank Relationship Management:

• Build and strengthen relationships with banking partners for FX and cash management services:
• Ensure adherence to banking agreements and monitor associated fees and services
• Manage the opening and upkeep of bank accounts.

Risk Management:

• Identify and evaluate financial risks associated with FX, liquidity, and debt, and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Continuously review and enhance hedging, cash flow management, and debt servicing approaches to reduce exposure to market volatility and financial uncertainty.

Systems & Process Improvement:

• Support the automation and optimization of treasury processes and systems.
• Stay informed on industry trends and best practices to continuously improve treasury operations.

About the job

Reporting to the SFM & Bistro Manager, this Associate role is responsible for attracting visitors to the stores by encouraging IKEA store visitors to stay longer and enjoy more. He/She strives towards making people smile and build trust for the IKEA store among customers, co-workers, and suppliers. He/She also provides irresistible food offers in a welcoming atmosphere that gives our customers a good reason to return.

Your assignment

• You ensure that our customers are always in focus and strive to make them smile by supporting them with an attitude based on the IKEA values;
• You are a good ambassador for the IKEA store in all contact with our customers and gives them a good reason to return again and again;
• You are passionate about our products and actively learn about their content, origins, and other benefits and you are willing to share this knowledge with your customers and colleagues;
• You ensure that you work to optimize sales by knowing the top-selling products, support the range changes, prepare the readiness of your area, contributes to the department’s action plan as well with in-store activities, and you have an active interest in our local competition and provide relevant input to your manager regarding range and pricing;
• You comply with and follow internal rules, policies, and daily operational routines set by the management;
• You execute IKEA store operations and do your part to make sure that our operations are in line with the Functional Commercial Review standards.