Specialized Virtual Assistant Support for Property Managers in Australia

Property Manager Support Specialist | Leasing & Tenant Acquisition Specialist | Property Maintenance & Vendor Manager | Property Compliance & Risk Management Specialist

Trusted Partner in Outsourced
Property Management Support

Plugwork® is an industry-focused outsourcing company based in the Philippines that caters exclusively to Property Management companies in Australia. We understand the complexities of Property Management and offer specialized virtual assistant solutions to streamline your operations, reduce costs, and free up your time to focus on what matters most: Client Satisfaction. Our dedicated team of experts provides unparalleled support in key areas like leasing, tenant communication, and administration, allowing you to achieve peak efficiency and maximize your business potential. Learn more about how we can help you transform your property management.

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Roles You Can Outsource With Us

Our expert VAs are trained and experienced in handling various tasks, allowing you to optimize your operations and focus on what matters most.

1
Property Manager Support Specialist

Focus: Handles day-to-day administrative tasks, tenant communication, lease administration, and general property oversight, freeing property managers to focus on strategic growth.

2
Leasing & Tenant Acquisition Specialist
Focus: Manages the entire leasing process, Managing applications, screening tenants, and processing lease renewals, preparing leases, and coordinating move-ins.
3
Property Financial Specialist

Focus: Handles all financial aspects of property management, Taking care of rent payments, invoices, and trust accounting.

4
Property Maintenance & Vendor Manager

Focus: Coordinates all maintenance and repair activities, manages relationships with vendors and contractors, and ensures timely and cost-effective property upkeep.

5
Property Compliance & Risk Management Specialist

Focus: Ensures compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, manages risk, and implements policies to protect property owners and tenants.

6
Strata Administration VA

Focus: Strata Management Virtual Assistants streamline strata operations by handling communication, meeting coordination, record-keeping, and financial tasks.

Zero Implementation Fees, Seamless Onboarding

At Plugwork, we believe in making the transition to outsourcing as smooth and efficient as possible. That’s why we offer a seamless onboarding process with zero implementation fees and the guidance of experienced professionals to ensure your success from day one.

The Process

At Plugwork, we operate on reliable processes and provide comprehensive visibility for our teams, clients, and services.
1

Discovery Call

15-20 mins. Discovery call with our expert CSMs to address your questions and assess your Support needs.

2

VA Selection / Interview

Conduct a virtual interview along with our support team to help you make informed hiring decisions.
1

Client Onboarding

Onboarding with your Dedicated Plugwork Client Success Manager. Your CSM will gather detailed information about your needs, expectations, workflows, and any specific tools or systems you use.
4

VA start date & Tasks unpacking

Your dedicated CSM will guide you and your VA through a tailored onboarding process, ensuring a smooth start and efficient integration.
5

Ongoing Support

Support from Plugwork’s Client Success Manager from start to finish.

Why Trust PLUGWORK Support?

Experienced & Specialized Virtual Assistants

Our VAs are carefully selected and trained to provide expert support in all aspects of property management. They have a deep understanding of the Australian market and are proficient in leading property management software. In fact, 98% of our VAs have 4+ years of experience in the property management industry.

Proven Workflow Process & Outstanding Support

We have a proven track record of success, with streamlined workflows and dedicated support to ensure a seamless experience for our clients. Our Customer Success Managers will guide you through the onboarding process and provide ongoing assistance every step of the way.

**Unbeatable Value: **

Save up to 77% on your annual staffing costs by outsourcing to Plugwork. That’s like getting 3 VAs for the price of 1! We offer flexible solutions to fit your needs and budget, ensuring you get the best possible value for your investment.

Highly Motivated VAs Dedicated to Your Success:

Our VAs are highly motivated and committed to helping you achieve your business goals. We offer competitive compensation and benefits to attract and retain top talent in the Philippines.

VAs with a proven track record

Trust your property management support to experienced professionals with a track record of success at renowned firms.

What our Clients Say

Frequently Asked Questions

Outsourcing is a strategic partnership where you leverage external expertise to handle tasks or functions traditionally done in-house. This allows you to tap into a global talent pool, reduce costs, and streamline operations. Plugwork specializes in providing highly skilled virtual assistants for the Australian property management industry, offering a cost-effective solution to enhance your team’s efficiency and productivity.

Outsourcing offers a powerful way to unlock your property management business’s full potential. By partnering with Plugwork, you can focus on what matters most: building client relationships and growing your business. We offer access to a global talent pool of skilled professionals, allowing you to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and gain a competitive edge. Our rigorous screening, training, and dedicated support ensure you receive exceptional service and expertise tailored to your needs. Explore our solutions today and discover how outsourcing with Plugwork can transform your business!
The Philippines is a leading outsourcing destination due to its large, well-educated, and cost-effective workforce with strong English proficiency and cultural compatibility with Western countries. Plugwork leverages this talent pool to provide you with highly skilled and dedicated virtual assistants who can seamlessly integrate with your team and contribute to your success.
While freelance platforms offer a broad range of talent, Plugwork specializes in providing virtual assistants specifically for the Australian property management industry. We offer rigorous screening, specialized training, dedicated support through Customer Success Managers, seamless onboarding, and competitive pricing, ensuring you receive the highest quality service and expertise tailored to your needs.
At Plugwork, our virtual assistants are dedicated to serving one client at a time. This ensures they are fully focused on your needs, building a strong understanding of your business and workflows, and providing personalized support that freelance platforms often lack.

We offer a range of specialized services, including:

  • Property Management Support: Our expert VAs handle daily tasks such as tenant communication, lease administration, and maintenance coordination, allowing you to focus on higher-value activities.
  • Leasing & Tenant Acquisition: Attract and secure high-quality tenants with our VAs’ expertise in marketing, viewings, and application processing.
  • Financial & Administrative Support: Streamline your accounting, reporting, and administrative tasks with our specialized VAs.
  • And more! We can tailor our services to meet your specific needs, whether you’re a small business just starting with outsourcing or a large agency seeking to optimize your entire workforce.

At Plugwork, you can:

  • Hire an individual VA: Perfect for targeted support in a specific area.
  • Build a team of VAs: Create a customized team with diverse expertise to handle various tasks.
  • Scale your workforce: Easily adjust your VA support as your business grows and evolves.

Explore our solutions today and discover how Plugwork can help you achieve your property management goals!

Our virtual assistants are based in the Philippines, a leading outsourcing destination known for its talented and cost-effective workforce with excellent English proficiency. This allows us to offer you high-quality support at a fraction of the cost of hiring locally, while also ensuring seamless communication and collaboration.
Our VAs work within the Philippine time zone (GMT+8), which is just a 2-4 hour difference from major Australian cities. They typically work a standard 8-hour workday, with flexible scheduling options available to align with your business needs. This ensures you have consistent and reliable support throughout your workday.
Absolutely! The Philippines has a high level of English proficiency, and our VAs undergo rigorous screening and training to ensure excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. You can expect clear and professional communication from your dedicated VA.

You can outsource a wide range of property management roles at Plugwork, including:

  • Property Manager Support Specialist
  • Leasing & Tenant Acquisition Specialist
  • Property Maintenance & Vendor Manager
  • Property Compliance & Risk Management Specialist
  • Property Financial Specialist
  • Strata Administration VA

We also offer the flexibility to build a customized team of specialists to meet your unique needs.

Yes, absolutely! We believe in finding the perfect match for your needs. You’ll have the opportunity to review candidate profiles and participate in the interview process to ensure you’re confident in your chosen VA.

We provide comprehensive support to our VAs, including:

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Performance monitoring and feedback
  • Technical support and troubleshooting
  • A positive and supportive work environment
  • Competitive compensation and benefits

This ensures our VAs are well-equipped, motivated, and dedicated to providing you with exceptional service.

No, Plugwork does not charge any implementation or placement fees. We believe in transparent and straightforward pricing, so you only pay for the actual VA services you receive. This helps you maximize your budget and get the best possible value from our solutions.

Our staff cost covers a comprehensive range of benefits for your dedicated VA, including:

  • Competitive salary: We offer competitive salaries to attract and retain top talent in the Philippines.
  • Benefits and allowances: Your VA receives health insurance, paid time off, and other benefits as mandated by Philippine labor laws.
  • Office space and equipment: We provide a modern and well-equipped workspace for your VA, including a computer, software, and high-speed internet access.
  • Training and development: We invest in ongoing training and development to ensure your VA’s skills and knowledge remain up-to-date.
  • Payroll and administration: We handle all payroll, tax, and administrative tasks, saving you time and resources.

We offer convenient payment methods to make your experience as smooth as possible. You can make payments via:

  • Wire transfer to Plugwork’s Australian bank account: This allows for easy and secure payments in AUD.
  • Wire transfer to Plugwork’s Philippines corporate bank account: This provides an alternative option for international payments.

We offer month-to-month contracts, giving you the freedom to scale your support up or down as needed. This ensures you only pay for the services you require and allows you to adapt to your changing business needs without any long-term commitments. We also offer the option to transition to a longer-term contract if you prefer greater stability and predictability for your outsourcing solution

At Plugwork, we offer transparent and flexible pricing options tailored to your specific needs. Our full-time Property Management Specialists are billed at an hourly rate of $13.10 AUD. For a 160-hour work month, the total cost is $2,105 AUD per month.

More About Pricing

Outsourcing your property management tasks to Plugwork can unlock significant cost savings compared to hiring locally. Based on our estimates, you can reduce your annual staffing costs by 68.75% to 77.27%, which translates to a potential annual savings of $55,000 to $85,000 AUD.

Here’s a breakdown of the cost comparison:

Feature

Local Assistant (Australia)

Plugwork VA (Philippines)

Salary

$60,000 – $70,000 per year

$25,000 per year

Superannuation

10.5% of salary (employer contribution)

Included in Plugwork’s fees

Paid Leave

4 weeks annual leave, sick leave, public holidays

Included in Plugwork’s fees

Office Space & Equipment

Requires dedicated workspace, computer, software, etc.

Provided by Plugwork

Recruitment Costs

Advertising, screening, interviewing, onboarding

Included in Plugwork’s fees

Training & Development

Ongoing costs for training and upskilling

Provided by Plugwork

Medical Benefits & Insurance

Employer contributions required

Included in Plugwork’s fees

Payroll & Administration

Requires HR and payroll management

Managed by Plugwork

Total Annual Cost

$80,000 – $110,000+

$25,000

 

As you can see, the cost savings are substantial. By choosing Plugwork, you not only gain access to highly skilled and dedicated virtual assistants but also free up your budget to invest in other areas of your business.

Before getting started with Plugwork, it’s helpful to identify the specific tasks and responsibilities you want to outsource. This will help us determine the best virtual assistant solution for your needs. 

Following this, our recruitment team will perform an extensive search to match you with the most suitable remote staff for your company. You will have the opportunity to interview the candidates who meet our assessment and quality standards.

No, you won’t need to conduct any training on your own. Plugwork offers thorough training for all our virtual assistants, ensuring they are fully prepared to manage your specific tasks and responsibilities. However, some guidance from your team regarding any particular steps for tasks you want your VA to perform would be helpful.

Our Property Management VAs are trained and have extensive real-world experience working with leading property management companies in Australia.

Absolutely! Our dedicated team of experts is always available to answer your questions and provide guidance on how outsourcing can benefit your property management business. You can reach out to us through our website’s contact form, email, or phone, and we’ll be happy to schedule a free consultation to discuss your specific needs.

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