Is BELAY a good company to work for?

BELAY has an overall rating of 3.4 out of 5, based on over 688 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 6% over the last 12 months. 54% of employees would recommend working at BELAY to a friend and 48% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about BELAY have been left by employees working as Client Success Consultant , Virtual Executive Assistant and Executive Virtual Assistant .

Does BELAY pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, BELAY employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at BELAY. This rating has decreased by 8% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at BELAY?

54% of BELAY employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated BELAY 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 2.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at BELAY?

Virtual Assistant (305) , Executive Assistant (45) , Client Success Consultant (33) , Virtual Executive Assistant (23) , Bookkeeper (22) , Independent Contractor (20) , Administrative Assistant (13) , Freelance Virtual Assistant (12) , Executive Virtual Assistant (11) , Independent Contractor/Virtual Executive Assistant (8) , Solutions Consultant (7) , Placement Coordinator (6) , Social Media Manager (5) , Virtual Bookkeeper (5) , Contractor (4)

What are the pros of working at BELAY according to real employee reviews?

"Flexible hours are great for work/life ratio" ((in 28 reviews)); "Flexibility and great people to work with" ((in 25 reviews)); "Small team and great support at that level" ((in 19 reviews)); "Great leadership" ((in 18 reviews)); "Flexible schedule, vetted clients and BELAY works hard to match you appropriately with a good engagement, based on personality and qualifications." ((in 18 reviews))

What are the cons of working at BELAY according to real employee reviews?

"The pay is low and don't seem to review hourly pay often" ((in 90 reviews)); "No benefits BUT…this year they are starting to offer benefits and I’m very excited about that!" ((in 37 reviews)); "They pay rate is extremely low as well." ((in 6 reviews)); "Taking any sort of time off is a total pain and often not worth it." ((in 6 reviews)); "I make more money freelancing and don't have to pay the middle man." ((in 5 reviews))

What are the top reviewed BELAY locations?

Atlanta , Houston , Nashville , New York , Dallas , Charlotte , Los Angeles , Denver , Austin , Orlando , San Antonio , Chattanooga , Roswell , Chicago , Kansas City , Phoenix , Detroit , Tulsa , Washington , Colorado Springs , Tallahassee , Tampa , Columbia , Savannah , Birmingham , Illinois City , Richmond , Grand Rapids , Durham , Raleigh

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Former Contractor - Virtual Assistant - Contractor BELAY Employee Review

1.0

Nov 13, 2018

Contractor

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Pros

I do not recommend this company.

Cons

Company refuses to work with me, despite my having excellent credentials. I was told "...we have no part-time virtual positions available at this time" yet, I see numerous BELAY job postings daily, via my different feeds. The client base that they work with doesn't appear to be completely sold on hiring Virtual Assistants. I was assigned three clients over the past few years. One client threatened to sue BELAY, the second was not trusting of working with a VA and rarely delegated work. The third client was very demanding, cut-throat and rude. At the time, I was juggling being a stay-at-home to my five-year old and working part-time (which was challenging). Now, my five year-old is in school, full-time and BELAY refuses to work with me. Very disappointed with this company.

BELAY Response

7y

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry to hear that you feel this way, but we do appreciate your feedback.

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5.0

Jun 23, 2026

Executive assistant

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Pros

Working for Belay has completely changed our family! We now have the ability to truly prioritize what we find most important. Belay also makes the onboarding process so smooth. They were with me and so encouraging through every step!

Cons

None - I have been nothing but impressed with Belay!

BELAY Response

3w

Thank you for sharing your experience as a Executive Assistant! We’re thrilled that you appreciate our remote work lifestyle and culture. Your feedback motivates us to keep building a great environment. Thank you for being a part of BELAY!

1.0

Jul 15, 2026

Client support

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Pros

Remote Home Office Opportunity to support clients Friendly coworkers who genuinely want to help one another

Cons

Leadership lacked clear communication and consistent direction. Training and onboarding were disorganized, making it difficult to understand expectations. Frequent changes in priorities and processes created unnecessary confusion. Employees were often evaluated on expectations that had not been clearly communicated. Departments did not always appear to be aligned, resulting in inconsistent guidance and decision-making. Attempting to get help was often frustrating, as employees frequently seemed just as confused. Emails and support tickets sometimes took a week or longer to receive a response.

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BELAY Response

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Thank you for taking the time to share a reflection on your experience as a Client Success Consultant. We’re grateful for the years you invested in serving clients and supporting your teammates, and we appreciate the care you clearly still have for the people and the work. We take your feedback seriously, particularly around managerial support, support tickets and onboarding. The CSC role sits at the center of the client and contractor experience, and we recognize that carrying a large portfolio and navigating complex situations can be taxing without the right level of support and resourcing. Your comments reinforce the importance of ensuring our teams feel equipped, heard, and supported in the work they do every day. Your observations about leadership priorities and goals are important as well. As we continue to evolve as an organization, we are actively evaluating how we create clearer pathways for advancement, strengthen leadership stability, and ensure compensation and career progression remain competitive and sustainable. Thank you again for sharing your perspective with such honesty and professionalism. We’re grateful for the contributions you made during your time with BELAY and wish you continued success in your career and the next season ahead. Warmly, The BELAY Team

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