Virtual Assistant – PR Data Research – Marketing Signals

Marketing Signals is hiring a full-time Virtual Assistant to support its PR team with research and data collection for digital campaigns. This fully remote role is open to candidates based in the Philippines, offering flexible hours and a consistent workload at a competitive rate of up to $5/hour. If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about online research, this opportunity provides structure, growth, and long-term stability.

About Marketing Signals

Marketing Signals is a UK-based digital marketing agency that partners with global brands to deliver data-driven campaigns. The company specializes in SEO, link building, and digital PR, helping clients earn media coverage and build meaningful online visibility. With a remote-first culture and a reputation for excellence, Marketing Signals offers a collaborative environment where every team member plays a vital role.

Role Overview

As a Virtual Assistant, you’ll work directly with the Head of PR to gather data that fuels outreach and media campaigns. Your research will help identify journalists, influencers, and media outlets, as well as support the development of compelling PR angles. You’ll be responsible for organizing information, maintaining accuracy, and contributing to the success of high-impact digital strategies.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys structured tasks, values precision, and thrives in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and compile lists of journalists, bloggers, influencers, and media outlets
• Gather data from websites, social platforms, and third-party tools
• Scrape information from search engines and databases
• Identify relevant statistics and supporting evidence for PR campaigns
• Assist with ad-hoc research tasks such as trend analysis and contact verification
• Maintain organized records and deliver clean, accurate data to the PR team

Required Skills and Experience

• Prior experience in virtual assistance, research, or data entry
• Basic familiarity with data scraping tools or techniques
• Experience with media list building or journalist databases
• Strong written and spoken English
• Proficiency in Google Sheets, Excel, and web-based tools
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Clear communication skills and ability to follow direction
• Ability to distinguish between blogs, news sites, and commercial platforms

Employment Details

• Job Type: Full-Time Contractor
• Expected Hours: 35 hours/week (Monday to Friday, 7 hours/day)
• Pay: Up to $5/hour
• Location: Fully Remote (Philippines only)
• Training: 2 weeks onboarding with Head of PR
• Exclusivity: Must work solely for Marketing Signals during contracted hours

Why This Role Matters

Virtual Assistants in PR play a critical role in powering outreach campaigns. Your research will directly influence which journalists are contacted, what stories are pitched, and how brands are represented online. Whether you're compiling media lists or sourcing statistics, your work will help shape the narrative and visibility of global clients.

This is more than just a data entry job—it’s a chance to contribute to high-profile campaigns and grow within a respected digital agency.

Who Should Apply

This role is ideal for:

• Remote professionals with strong research and organizational skills
• Individuals based in the Philippines seeking consistent full-time work
• Candidates with experience in PR, SEO, or digital marketing
• Detail-oriented VAs who enjoy structured tasks and independent work
• Applicants looking for long-term growth in a remote-first company

To apply, email your CV, hourly rate (up to $5/hour), and a screenshot of your internet speed from speedtest.net to careers@marketingsignals.com. Shortlisted candidates will complete a skills test, interview, and sample research task.