Executive Chauffeur & Personal Assistant

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private vehicle provided

Domestic travel opportunities

International travel opportunities

Vehicle maintenance budget

Discretion and privacy

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Executive Chauffeur & Personal Assistant in Centurion, Gauteng. The role combines high-level driving with personal assistance, demanding discretion, impeccable professionalism, and strong scheduling skills.

The successful candidate will manage transport, calendars, and personal errands for the principal in a discreet, proactive manner. Experience with luxury vehicles, excellent presentation, and the ability to work flexible hours is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid Code 10 driver’s license with a PDP and clean record.
• Experience as an executive chauffeur or high-level assistant.
• Ability to drive luxury vehicles confidently.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Discretion and confidentiality required.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, punctual transportation for the principal and guests in luxury vehicles.
• Maintain cleanliness and mechanical soundness of vehicles; coordinate servicing.
• Plan routes considering traffic and scheduling for Centurion and nearby areas.
• Manage the principal’s calendar, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Handle personal correspondence with discretion.
• Assist with personal errands and household staff coordination.
• Gatekeeper for calls and visitors to protect principal’s time.
• Ensure comfort and security during journeys.
• Maintain confidentiality of personal and professional matters.
• Liaise with security personnel and household staff as needed.

Skills

Executive support

Discretion

Time management

Calendar management

Driving luxury vehicles

Route planning

Communication

Navigation systems

Tools

Navigation systems

Mobile technology

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a high-net-worth individual and prominent business leader, is seeking an exceptional and discreet Executive Chauffeur & Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support based in **Centurion, Gauteng**. This dual role demands impeccable professionalism, absolute trustworthiness, and the ability to manage complex schedules and personal errands with utmost efficiency. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the principal's safe and comfortable transportation, while also handling various personal administrative tasks. This is a unique opportunity to work in a demanding yet rewarding environment where discretion and excellence are paramount. The ideal candidate will possess a refined demeanor and a proactive approach to anticipating needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe, punctual, and courteous transportation for the principal and their guests in luxury vehicles.
• Maintain the cleanliness and mechanical soundness of all assigned vehicles, coordinating regular servicing and repairs.
• Plan and optimize routes, considering traffic conditions and scheduling requirements for **Centurion** and surrounding areas.
• Manage the principal's calendar, scheduling appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Handle personal correspondence, including emails and phone calls, with professionalism and discretion.
• Assist with various personal errands, such as shopping, bill payments, and managing household staff if applicable.
• Act as a gatekeeper, screening calls and visitors to ensure the principal's time is managed effectively.
• Ensure the principal's comfort and security during all journeys and at all times.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all personal and professional matters.
• Liaise with security personnel and household staff as needed to ensure seamless coordination.

Requirements

• A valid Code 10 driver's license with a clean driving record and a Professional Driver's Permit (PDP).
• Extensive experience as an executive chauffeur, personal assistant, or in a similar high-level support role.
• Proven ability to drive luxury vehicles with expertise and confidence.
• Exceptional knowledge of **Centurion, Gauteng**, and its environs, including an understanding of peak traffic times.
• Impeccable presentation, refined manners, and a high level of discretion.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using navigation systems and mobile technology.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
• Demonstrated experience in handling sensitive information with absolute confidentiality.
• Previous experience managing calendars and coordinating travel is essential.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary commensurate with the demands of the role.
• A private vehicle will be provided for professional duties.
• Opportunities to travel with the principal, both domestically and internationally.
• A dedicated budget for vehicle maintenance and personal expenses related to the role.
• The chance to work closely with a respected figure in the business world, providing invaluable experience.
• A secure and stable working environment where your loyalty and professionalism are highly valued.
• Discretion is paramount, and your privacy will be respected.