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How a Manufacturing Company Hired an Executive Assistant for $1,200/ month

Learn how our clients utilize Shepherd to hire top overseas talent.
Success Stories is a regular series all about the talent our clients hire via Shepherd and how much they cost. New here? Shepherd is a headhunter agency that helps small businesses hire top overseas talent for 80% less than US equivalents.

Editor’s note: Some customers prefer not to be named, so we’ve purposefully removed their company name in this article. We’re their secret weapon. :-)

What does this client’s business do?

Our client specializes in the manufacturing and delivery of high-quality ice. They use advanced production and filtration, with outstanding distribution methodologies to deliver the best possible product to meet the needs of their customers.

Who was hired and what was their role?

They were looking for a new Executive Assistant to provide administrative assistance to their top management. 

Given this, Shepherd recommended hiring Iris. Iris does the following as their Executive Assistant:

  • Accomplishing administrative tasks and data entry requirements
  • Assisting the CEO and department heads in writing emails, drafting memos, and preparing other forms of communication
  • Maintaining comprehensive and accurate records
  • Performing minor accounting duties
  • Answering phone calls in a polite and professional manner

What is the salary of the individual they hired?

Iris now works full-time in the client time zone for $1,200 per month.

What was the candidate’s background before being hired?

Iris has three years of experience as an Executive Assistant for a high government official before she was hired thru Shepherd. She is skilled in data entry and adept at Gsuite, other calendars, and file organizer tools. Iris also worked as a Customer Service Advisor for two years, making her used to addressing customer concerns and coordinating with internal teams as well. She would be described by her previous supervisor as hard-working and proactive.

Need to hire someone like this too?

When you need to hire an efficient Executive Assistant to support your business, reach out to us at Shepherd.

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