Virtual Assistant – PR Data Research (Remote, Offshore Contractor)
- Location: Fully Remote (Global applicants welcome)
- Employment Type: Full-Time (Contractor)
- Hours: 35 hours/week (Monday–Friday)
- Pay Rate: Up to $5/hour
- Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
Marketing Signals is a fast-growing digital marketing agency supporting global brands with data-driven PR campaigns. We’re hiring a Virtual Assistant to support our Head of PR with research and data collection that fuels high-impact media outreach.
This is a fully remote, behind-the-scenes role ideal for someone who thrives on structured tasks, data accuracy, and independent work.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and compile media lists (journalists, bloggers, influencers)
- Gather data from websites, social platforms, and databases
- Scrape information using search engines and third-party tools
- Identify relevant statistics to support PR campaign angles
- Assist with ad hoc research tasks (e.g., trends, local news, contact info)
- Report directly to the Head of PR and support campaign execution
Required Experience
- Previous experience in virtual assistance, data entry, or online research
- Familiarity with data scraping tools (basic level acceptable)
- Experience with media list building or journalist databases
- Background in PR, SEO, or digital marketing is a plus
Skills & Requirements
- Strong written and spoken English
- Proficient in Google Sheets/Excel and web-based tools
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven
- Able to distinguish between bloggers, news sites, and e-commerce platforms
- Reliable high-speed internet
- Available 35 hours/week, exclusively for this role
- Willing to learn, take feedback, and grow with the team
Why Join Marketing Signals?
- Two weeks of training with the Head of PR
- Flexible working hours
- Clear, structured tasks with visible impact
- Supportive, remote-first team culture
- Long-term opportunity with room to grow
Application Process
- Email your CV, hourly rate, and internet speed screenshot
- Complete a skills and grammar test (if shortlisted)
- Attend a brief interview
- Complete a sample research task
- Receive an offer if selected
Click here for the application link.
or
Apply via Email: careers@marketingsignals.com
Include:
- Your CV
- Your hourly rate (max $5/hour)
- A screenshot of your internet speed from speedtest.net
Note: This role is for individual applicants only—no agencies or outsourcing firms.