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Hire a Filipino Executive Assistant

Last updated: May 2026

A Filipino executive assistant on FilAm costs $5.85–$8/hr ($936–$1,280/mo full-time) versus $4,000–$6,000/mo for a comparable US hire. Every EA passes a four-stage vetting; only the top 17% are listed. Matched within 48 hours, with no placement fees.

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Filipino Executive Assistant Salary - What to Expect

A Filipino executive assistant costs $5.85–$8.00/hron FilAm depending on seniority. Full-time at 40 hours per week, that’s $936–$1,280/month - a fraction of what a comparable US hire costs while delivering equivalent output quality.

Level	Hourly Rate	Monthly (FT, 40hr/wk)	US Equivalent
Entry	$5.85/hr	$936/mo	~$2,808/mo
Mid	$6.92/hr	$1,107/mo	~$3,875/mo
Senior	$8.00/hr	$1,280/mo	~$5,120/mo

What a Filipino Executive Assistant Does

Responsibilities

•Manage executive calendar across multiple time zones
•Handle email correspondence and draft responses
•Coordinate travel: flights, hotels, ground transport
•Prepare presentations, reports, and briefing docs
•Liaise with clients, partners, and internal teams
•Track action items and deadlines across projects
•Research competitors, vendors, and market trends

Skills & Tools

▸Calendar and schedule management
▸Email triage and inbox zero
▸Travel coordination and booking
▸Document preparation and formatting
▸CRM and project tool management
▸Meeting notes and follow-ups
▸Research and data compilation
▸Vendor and contractor communication

Why US Companies Hire Filipino Executive Assistants

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English is an official language in the Philippines - written and spoken fluency is the baseline, not the exception
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Filipino EAs operate with an extreme ownership mindset: they own outcomes, not just tasks
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75% of Filipino college graduates hold degrees from accredited universities; business administration and communications are among the most popular majors
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Philippine time zone (UTC+8) overlaps with US morning hours, enabling real-time collaboration without late-night shifts
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Filipino professionals average 5+ years of remote work experience - they don't need to be trained on async tools

Common Questions About Hiring a Filipino Executive Assistant

How much does a Filipino executive assistant cost?+

A Filipino executive assistant on FilAm costs $5.85–$8 per hour depending on seniority. Full-time at 40 hours per week, that's $936–$1,280 per month - compared to $4,000–$6,000 for a comparable US hire.

What tools does a Filipino executive assistant typically use?+

Most FilAm EAs are proficient with Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Notion, Slack, Zoom, Calendly, Asana or Monday.com, and HubSpot or Salesforce. Tool proficiency is tested during vetting.

Can a Filipino executive assistant work US business hours?+

Yes. Philippine Standard Time (UTC+8) overlaps with US morning hours. A PST-based exec starts their day while a FilAm EA is mid-afternoon - enabling 4–6 hours of real-time overlap daily.

How long does it take to hire an executive assistant through FilAm?+

FilAm delivers a shortlist of vetted, Fit-scored EA candidates within 48 hours of your role brief. Most clients confirm a hire within 3–5 business days and start the following Monday.

“My FilAm EA handles everything I used to spend 3 hours a day on. She runs my inbox, books all travel, and flags exactly what I need to see. I had no idea what I was missing.”

Jordan Mills - Founder, Apex Growth