Job Title: Virtual Research Assistant – Payment Plan Finance Providers (One-Off Project)
Overview
I’m looking for a detail-oriented virtual research assistant to complete a one-time research project. The goal is to find and shortlist the best finance / payment plan companies we can use to offer our customers 6–12 month payment plans (e.g. providers similar to Affirm, Klarna, etc., including UK options).
You will be responsible for researching options, submitting enquiry forms, and booking calls on my behalf.
Key Responsibilities
Research finance / payment plan providers (BNPL, consumer finance, etc.) that:
Allow businesses to offer 6–12 month instalment plans
Work with companies in the UK (and potentially other countries if relevant)
Create a shortlist of the best options with key details, such as:
Countries they operate in
Types of businesses they accept
Fees, interest rates, and payment terms
Onboarding requirements and documentation needed
Submit enquiry / application forms to selected providers on my behalf (using information I provide).
Book calls with relevant sales or partnership teams:
Find the correct contact or booking link
Schedule calls in my calendar at suitable times
Keep everything organised in a simple spreadsheet or document, including:
Provider name
Website link
Contact details
Status (researched / form submitted / call booked / rejected, etc.)
What I Need From You
Strong research skills and ability to find accurate information online
Good written English for submitting forms and emails professionally
Comfortable filling out online forms and following instructions carefully
Ability to work independently and move the project forward without constant supervision
Experience with:
Google Docs / Google Sheets (or similar tools)
Booking calls via Calendly or similar tools (nice to have)
Confidentiality – you’ll be handling some basic company info when submitting forms
Project Details
Type: One-off project (could lead to more work if it goes well)
Goal: Deliver a shortlist of viable finance partners + calls booked with the top options
Output:
A clear comparison document/spreadsheet
List of forms submitted
List of booked calls (with dates/times and links)
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