Chauffeur

The Hacking Trust Corporate; Greater London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

This full-time, on-site Chauffeur role is based between London and Surrey, with the majority of duties in London. The successful candidate will provide a first-class, discreet service, driving luxury vehicles and ensuring passengers travel safely and punctually.

You will handle local and long-distance journeys across the UK, maintain vehicle presentation, and manage a small fleet while adhering to driving-hour rules. A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism is essential.

Qualifications

• A valid UK driving licence with a clean driving record.
• Proven experience as a professional Chauffeur or similar private driving role.
• Experience driving high-end luxury vehicles (Range Rover, Rolls-Royce).
• Ability to undertake long-distance journeys and work extended hours.
• Experience managing and overseeing a fleet of vehicles.
• Excellent knowledge of London and Surrey, with strong route planning.
• Exceptional timekeeping, professionalism and discretion.
• DBS check may be required and professional references expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, punctual and professional chauffeur services for private clients.
• Drive luxury vehicles (Range Rover, Rolls-Royce) to a high standard.
• Undertake long-distance journeys across the UK and daily London tasks.
• Work long hours when required.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of vehicles daily.
• Oversee a fleet of luxury vehicles and ensure roadworthiness.
• Ensure documentation (MOT, tax, insurance) is up to date.
• Plan journeys efficiently, monitor traffic and know major routes.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding clients and affairs.
• Deliver excellent customer service with a professional demeanour.
• Adapt to changing schedules and occasional weekend work.

Skills

Valid UK driving licence

Professional chauffeur experience

Knowledge of London & Surrey

Discretion & confidentiality

Job description

Job Title: Full-Time Professional Chauffeur

Location: London and Surrey (primarily London) Salary: £65,000 per annum + overtime

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced, professional and reliable Chauffeur for a full-time, on-site position based between London and Surrey, with the majority of duties taking place in London.

The successful candidate will provide a first-class, discreet and professional chauffeur service, ensuring passengers travel safely, comfortably and punctually at all times. The role will involve driving high-end luxury vehicles, including Range Rover and Rolls-Royce models, and undertaking both local and long-distance journeys across London, Surrey, the UK and other destinations as required.

This position requires someone who is comfortable working long hours, undertaking extended journeys and adapting to changing schedules at short notice. The successful candidate will also be responsible for overseeing and maintaining a fleet of high-end vehicles, ensuring all cars are impeccably presented, properly maintained and roadworthy at all times.

We are looking for an individual with a proven track record in professional chauffeur work, exceptional timekeeping, a high level of professionalism and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality and discretion at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing safe, punctual and professional chauffeur services for private clients and passengers.
• Driving high-end and luxury vehicles, including Range Rover and Rolls-Royce models, to an exceptional standard.
• Undertaking long-distance journeys throughout the UK, alongside daily driving duties in London, Surrey and surrounding areas.
• Working long hours when required, remaining alert, professional and focused throughout extended working days and journeys.
• Maintaining the cleanliness, presentation and condition of all vehicles to an impeccable standard on a daily basis.
• Overseeing, managing and looking after a fleet of luxury vehicles, ensuring each vehicle is ready for use at all times.
• Ensuring all vehicles remain roadworthy and that MOTs, vehicle tax, insurance, servicing and other relevant documentation are kept up to date.
• Arranging servicing, maintenance, repairs and vehicle inspections as necessary.
• Planning journeys efficiently, monitoring traffic conditions and demonstrating excellent knowledge of London, Surrey and major UK routes.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality and discretion regarding clients, their families, their movements and all private or business-related matters.
• Demonstrating flexibility to accommodate changes in schedules, extended working days, long-distance travel and occasional weekend requirements.
• Providing a consistently high standard of customer service, ensuring passengers experience a comfortable, smooth and professional journey.
• Maintaining a calm, courteous and professional manner at all times, including during demanding schedules and unexpected changes.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A valid UK driving licence with a clean driving record.
• Proven experience as a professional Chauffeur or in a similar private driving role.
• Essential experience driving high-end luxury vehicles, particularly Range Rover and Rolls-Royce models.
• Previous experience undertaking long-distance journeys and working extended hours.
• Previous experience managing, maintaining and overseeing a fleet of vehicles.
• Excellent knowledge of London, Surrey and surrounding areas, together with the ability to navigate routes throughout the UK.
• Exceptional timekeeping, punctuality, organisational skills and forward planning.
• A professional, discreet, trustworthy and well-presented manner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong sense of responsibility and meticulous attention to detail.
• The ability to remain focused and professional during long working days and extended journeys, while always prioritising road safety and legal driving-hour requirements.
• Flexibility to accommodate changing itineraries, additional hours and occasional weekend work.
• The ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
• A satisfactory DBS check will be required.
• Satisfactory professional references are essential.

Working Hours and Salary

• Days: Monday to Friday.
• Hours: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm.
• Salary: £65,000 per annum, plus overtime.
• Additional flexibility: Occasional weekend availability, extended working hours and long-distance travel may be required, depending on the client's schedule and business needs.
• Location: London and Surrey, with the majority of duties based in London.

The successful candidate must understand that this is a demanding, full-time chauffeur position requiring flexibility, reliability and a willingness to accommodate long journeys and changing schedules. All driving duties must be carried out safely and in accordance with applicable driving-hour and rest requirements.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be London-based or within easy commuting distance of London and will have substantial experience as a private or professional chauffeur. They will be confident driving luxury vehicles, including Range Rover and Rolls-Royce models, and comfortable undertaking long-distance journeys, extended working days and occasional weekend duties.

They will take pride in their appearance, driving standards and the impeccable presentation and upkeep of the vehicles under their care. They will also possess excellent knowledge of London, Surrey and UK road networks, alongside the judgement, discretion and reliability required when working closely with private clients.

• This position would suit a dedicated, highly organised and trustworthy professional who understands the demands of a private chauffeur role and can be relied upon to deliver an exceptional, safe and discreet service at all times.