If you're a small business owner in Romford, Brentwood, Chelmsford, Basildon or anywhere across Essex — and you're searching for reliable, professional admin support — you're in the right place.
Assists VA is based in Romford and provides virtual assistant and operations support to businesses across Essex and London. Founded by Shaheen Jones, with over 20 years of hands-on admin experience, Assists VA is built on one simple idea: your time is too valuable to spend on paperwork.
Why local matters — even for a virtual service
Virtual assistant work is done remotely by its nature. But there's still real value in working with someone who understands your area, your market, and the kind of businesses that operate here.
Essex has a strong base of trades businesses, property professionals, independent retailers and sole traders. These are busy, practical people who need support that works around their schedules — not a rigid 9-to-5 service that doesn't understand how they operate.
Having spent years working with businesses across Essex and East London, I understand the pace, the pressures, and what actually needs doing. That local knowledge makes a real difference.
What virtual assistant support looks like for Essex businesses
The most common tasks I handle for clients across Romford, Essex and London include:
- Inbox and email management — keeping on top of daily communications
- Quote and invoice preparation — sent out promptly on your behalf
- Diary and calendar management — scheduling, confirmations and reminders
- Payment chasing — following up professionally so cash keeps flowing
- General admin and data entry — keeping your records clean and up to date
- PA support — research, travel booking, lifestyle assistance
- Social media admin — scheduling posts, managing content calendars
Support is available on an hourly or monthly basis, with no long-term contracts required. Whether you need a few hours a week or more regular cover, the service fits around your business.
Sectors I work with
Over the course of my career I've built experience across a range of industries — which means I can hit the ground running without a long learning curve. I regularly support businesses in:
- Trades and construction — builders, contractors, electricians, plumbers
- Property — lettings, estate agents, property management
- Healthcare — clinics, therapists, private practitioners
- Fire and security — installation and maintenance companies
- General small business — coaches, consultants, sole traders
Getting started is straightforward
If you're based in Romford, Essex or London and you'd like to explore whether a virtual assistant is right for your business, the first step is a free 20-minute discovery call. We'll talk through what you need, how you work, and whether I'm the right fit — no pressure, no commitment required.
Most clients are surprised by how quickly things can get moving once we've had that initial conversation. Get in touch today and let's see how I can help.