Executive Protection Driver

Control Risks Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision, life & AD&D

Job summary

Control Risks is seeking an Executive Protection Driver in Chicago to provide safe, discreet transport for senior executives. The role collaborates with Executive Protection Managers to plan travel, identify threats, and respond to incidents while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Requirements include 3+ years of close protection driving, executive protection training, Illinois license, PERC, and AED/CPR certification. Ability to travel up to 10% and work weekends is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience driving and providing close protection for high-net-worth clients.
• Completion of a reputable executive protection school (government or private).
• Must have or be able to obtain an Illinois Security License.
• PERC (Permanent Employee Registration Card) as required by Illinois for security professionals.
• Armed license training may be required.
• Valid US driver’s license is mandatory.
• AED, first aid and CPR certification required.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Flexibility to work weekends as needed.
• Must be discreet with a high level of confidentiality.
• Must have a valid US passport or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Ensure secure transportation for C-suite executives, prioritizing safety and comfort.
• Provide close protection to the Principal in a discreet manner.
• Respond swiftly to security incidents or emergencies.
• Address threats and vulnerabilities with mitigation strategies.
• Adhere to plans and manage trip-related requirements as directed by Executive Protection Managers.
• Deliver real-time security advice as situations arise.

Skills

Driving

Close protection

Security awareness

Discretion/confidentiality

Travel readiness

First aid/CPR AED

Education

Executive protection school

Illinois Security License

PERC card

Job description

Control Risks is seeking a highly skilled Executive Protection Driver a client located in Chicago. The selected candidate will be responsible for providing safe, secure, and discreet transportation services to senior executives, ensuring their safety and comfort at all times.

This role requires a professional with outstanding driving skills, sharp situational awareness, and a proactive attitude toward security and client care. The Executive Protection Driver will work closely with the client’s Executive Protection Managers to plan and coordinate daily travel, identify and address potential threats, and respond swiftly and effectively to any incidents or emergencies. The ideal candidate will maintain a calm and courteous demeanor, exercise excellent judgment, and demonstrate a steadfast commitment to confidentiality and the highest standards of professionalism.

• Ensure secure transportation for C-suite executives, prioritizing their safety and comfort throughout their travel.
• Offer close protection to the Principal in a discreet manner, intervening only when absolutely necessary.
• Remain constantly prepared to respond swiftly to any security incidents or emergencies.
• Address threats and vulnerabilities through various mitigation strategies.
• Adhere to operational plans and manage trip-related requirements as instructed by Executive Protection Managers.
• Be qualified and certified to administer emergency first aid and CPR when required.
• Reduce risks by evaluating the safest travel routes and providing recommendations to guarantee the Principal's safety and punctuality.
• Deliver immediate, real-time security advice for the Principal as situations arise.

• 3+ years of experience driving and providing close protection for high-net-worth clients.
• Must have completed a reputable executive protection school (government or private).
• Must have or have ability to obtain Illinois Security License
• PERC (Permanent Employee Registration Card) card as required by Illinois for security professionals
• Armed license training
• Valid US driver’s license.
• Certification in AED, first aid and CPR.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Ability to flexibly according to the Executive’s needs, including weekends.
• Ability to be discreet and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Valid US passport or ability to obtain one.
• Must be physically fit and not possess any medical conditions that prevent successful completion of listed responsibilities and requirements. Must possess or be able to obtain a valid medical certificate (DOT medical card).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The following outlines the general physical demands of an individual placed into this position to successfully complete the job requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow disabled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Lifting up to 50lbs
• Extended Periods of Sitting, Standing, & Driving, up to 60? Minutes at a time, several times per day
• Ability to see in daytime and nighttime with 20/20 vision natural or corrective
• Ability to work indoor, outdoor & inclement weather environments for extended periods of time
• Exposure to sun, dust, loud noises, varying temperatures, and other environmental conditions

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarized in the full job offer.
• We operate a discretionary bonus scheme that incentivizes, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarized in the full job offer.
• Medical Benefits, Prescription Benefits, FSA, Dental Benefits, Vision Benefits, Life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Disability Benefits, Voluntary Benefits, 401 (K) Retirement, Nationwide Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
• As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.

The base salary range for this position is $80,000-90,000 per year. Exact compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Control Risks is committed to a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made in order to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.

Control Risksparticipatesin the E-Verify program to confirm employment authorization of all newly hired employees. The E-Verify process is completed during new hire onboarding and completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, at the start of employment. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.For more information on E-Verify, please visit www.uscis.gov.