Virtual Assistant

About Lumiere Education

Lumiere Education is a fast-growing education technology company that helps students around the world access research-based learning experiences. Its flagship research scholar program connects students with PhD-level researchers to support independent research projects across a wide range of topics, from machine learning for cancer detection to analysis of the Spanish football league, La Liga. Since launching in mid-2020, the organization has supported applications from more than two thousand students and works with mentors whose backgrounds include Rhodes Scholars, Stanford PhDs, and researchers cited by major publications such as The Economist and BBC.

About the founders

You will be working directly with the founders. Stephen Turban is a former McKinsey & Company consultant, a Harvard College alumnus, and a PhD student at Harvard Business School who is currently on leave. Dhruva Bhat is a Harvard University graduate, a Rhodes Scholar, and a current PhD student at Oxford University. He previously worked with Bridgewater Associates and Dalberg Advisors.

Role overview

This virtual assistant role supports the business development team and the founders on internal operations. The position focuses on handling logistical and operational work related to external partners, while also helping build systems and processes to organize partner information more effectively. It is a role for someone who is comfortable working hard, staying proactive, and pushing toward goals. The day-to-day work may be practical rather than flashy, but it offers a strong learning environment and the chance to contribute to expanding research opportunities for students globally.

The right candidate should have strong English communication skills and solid organizational ability, since the role involves frequent interaction with partners and independent educational consultants.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and arrange calls between partners and the business development team.
• Handle outreach and follow-up through LinkedIn and email.
• Support data entry, lead generation, and email collection tasks.
• Provide internal assistance to other team members whenever required.

What we are looking for

• A self-starter with a strong results-focused mindset and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong planning, coordination, and organization abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in day-to-day work.

Benefits and compensation

• Monthly pay of 35,000 to 45,000 PHP.
• Personalized mentorship and career coaching from the founders.
• Opportunity to grow within a rapidly scaling startup.
• Access to networking opportunities with leaders in academia and business.
• Flexible work schedule.

Working arrangement

This is a full-time role requiring at least 40 hours of work per week. The position is remote, with preference for candidates based in the Philippines.

Diversity and inclusion

Lumiere Education emphasizes inclusion, equity, and diversity in how it educates, operates, and builds partnerships. The team welcomes different disciplines, viewpoints, and lived experiences, and encourages applicants to bring their own voice and background to the role.