Driver Houseman / Assistant in London

Leaman Consulting; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A private family in London is seeking a Driver / Houseman / Household Assistant to support their daily life across home and office. Responsibilities include driving, household assistance, and light administration tasks. The ideal candidate is proactive, friendly, and comfortable in a flexible work environment. A valid driver's license and pet-friendly attitude are essential. This role comes with competitive benefits and a salary of £50,000.

Benefits

Pension

Health & dental insurance

Oyster/travel paid

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Practical, versatile, and eager to help wherever needed.
• Friendly and able to integrate into a small, tight-knit team.
• Comfortable with both busy and quieter days.
• London based for flexible hours.
• Dog lover and confident driver.

Responsibilities

• Confident driving for family and principal journeys.
• Light household assistance around the family home.
• Occasional help in the family office.
• Light DIY tasks as needed.
• Admin support including booking and managing supplies.

Skills

Confident driving

Household assistance

Team integration

Dog care

Basic DIY skills

French speaking

Job description

Driver / Houseman / Household Assistant – Private Family, London

Location: Central and West London
Start Date: Mid-January 2025 (with training period while the family is away)
Hours: Typically Monday to Friday, 9am‑5pm, with flexibility for occasional varied hours when required (time off in lieu given).
Salary: £50,000 + DOE
Benefits: Pension, health & dental insurance, Oyster/travel paid, 28 days holiday + bank holidays

A lovely, down to earth young family of 3 is seeking a flexible, proactive Driver/Houseman/Household Assistant to support their daily life across their Notting Hill home, Pall Mall office, and occasional European travel. This newly created, varied position works closely with the Chief of Staff. No two days will be the same, and the role would suit someone hands on, upbeat, and happy to help where needed.

The family are relaxed, friendly, and value a personable team member with a good sense of humour. You'll be joining a small, supportive team and will be an integral part of smooth daily operations of family and office life.

Key Responsibilities

Driving & Logistics

• Confident driving for family and principal journeys (e.g., airport runs, errands).
• Assistance transporting suitcases, clothing, or items between London and Paris/Switzerland.
• Flexible to support travel logistics when required (passport essential).

Household & Family Support

• Light household assistance around the family home (new baby in residence).
• Helping with two miniature dachshunds – walks, vet trips, moving them between locations.
• Household PA tasks: managing post, returns, collecting items from storage, liaising with contractors.

DIY & General Handyperson Tasks

Not essential but highly desirable

• Light DIY tasks as and when (e.g. Flat pack assembly, putting up shelves/frames, minor fixes, moving furniture).
• Happy using basic tools and comfortable hiring/using a small van when necessary.

Office & Administrative Support

• Occasional help in the family office assisting the chief of staff with reconciling receipts, filing expenses and simple data entry.
• Light PA support: booking restaurants, flights/trains (alongside the family PA) when needed.
• Assisting during meeting days (setting up, greeting guests, refreshments).
• Office management: restocking supplies, coordinating with building management for repairs.

About You

• Practical, versatile and eager to help wherever needed.
• Friendly, personable and able to integrate into a small, tight knit team.
• Comfortable with both busy days and quieter stretches.
• London based to allow for flexible hours when travel or errands are required.
• A dog lover and confident driver.
• French speaking is an added bonus.

*Please note that we cannot guarantee a response to every application*