NEED A VA

Discover skilled VAs ready to support your business. Search, connect, and hire with confidence.

Welcome to Need A VA, the ultimate directory for Virtual Assistants.

This isn’t an agency - it’s something better. We’re a platform built by a VA for VAs, designed to connect skilled professionals like you directly with businesses looking for your expertise.

Whether you’re a business owner searching (link to search) for the perfect Virtual Assistant or a VA ready to showcase (link to create your listing) your talents, our directory offers a streamlined, transparent way to make the right connections. With listings tailored by location, specialism, and more, finding – or being found – has never been easier.

Lynsey Cook – Founder of the Need a VA Directory

Lynsey Cook is a seasoned Virtual Assistant with a passion for empowering other VAs to thrive in the industry. She began her journey as a VA at the start of the pandemic, turning a side hustle into a successful full-time business. Over the years, Lynsey has built a strong team of VAs and gained invaluable experience navigating the freelance world—facing the challenges of inconsistent client demand, unfair competition, and undervaluation of VA services.

Frustrated by the lack of effective platforms for Virtual Assistants to advertise their skills, Lynsey created the Need a VA Directory. Her vision was to offer a dedicated space for VAs to showcase their talents, connect with quality clients, and eliminate the hassles of traditional social media marketing and online job boards. The directory reflects Lynsey’s commitment to helping VAs gain visibility, promote fair industry rates, and build sustainable businesses.

With the Need a VA Directory, Lynsey continues to advocate for VAs across the UK, providing them with the tools and opportunities to succeed on their own terms.

The Blog

May 28
What I Wish I Had Known Before I Started My VA Business

When I first set out on my Virtual Assistant journey, I had a laptop, a ton of motivation, and absolutely no clue what I was doing. Sound familiar? Back then, I thought being a VA would be a simple transition – I had the skills, the experience, and the drive. What I didn’t have was […]

May 14
Celebrating International Virtual Assistants Day: Why VAs Deserve the Spotlight

Friday 16th May 2025 is International Virtual Assistants Day – a day to shine a well-deserved spotlight on the talented, dedicated, and downright essential Virtual Assistants who help businesses thrive every single day. But where did this celebration come from? And why does it matter? A Brief History of Virtual Assistants (source https://nationaltoday.com/international-virtual-assistants-day ) The roots of virtual assistance can be […]

Apr 23
Lost a Client? Here’s Why It’s Not the End (and Might Even Be the Beginning!)

Let’s be honest – that dreaded “I’ve decided to go in a different direction” email hits hard, right? Whether it’s a long-time client or a shiny new one you were just getting started with, losing a client as a Virtual Assistant can feel like a punch in the gut. Your first thought might be: “What did I […]