Location: London (Mayfair) with occasional UK travel
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00 (flexibility required for evenings/weekends)
Salary: £55,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced, professional and highly discreet Chauffeur to provide dedicated driving and vehicle management support to a senior diplomat. This role requires exceptional reliability, flexibility and service standards, operating within a diplomatic and security-sensitive environment where schedules may change at short notice.

The successful candidate will support official engagements, visiting delegations and high-level events, working closely with security teams and relevant stakeholders while maintaining strict confidentiality and protocol awareness.

Key Responsibilities

Driving & Transport

• Provide safe, punctual and discreet transportation for the Ambassador, family and official guests

• Plan routes efficiently, adapting to traffic, security concerns or protests

• Manage airport transfers, meet-and-greet services and ad-hoc journeys

• Liaise with Metropolitan Police, Diplomatic Protection and private security teams when required

Vehicle Management

• Maintain vehicles to the highest presentation and diplomatic standards

• Oversee servicing, MOT, insurance and compliance documentation

• Keep accurate journey, mileage and maintenance records

• Conduct daily safety checks and report defects promptly

Support Duties

• Assist with embassy-related tasks in coordination with the Building Manager

• Run occasional errands and support travel logistics when needed

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a private, diplomatic or HNWI chauffeur

• Full clean UK driving licence

• Excellent knowledge of London and UK road networks

• Experience in high-profile, security-aware environments

• Impeccable discretion, professionalism and flexibility

Desirable

• Advanced/defensive driving qualification (RoSPA, IAM or equivalent)

• Embassy, government or diplomatic mission experience

• Exposure to security or close protection operations

Personal Attributes

• Calm, reliable and service-oriented

• Highly adaptable with excellent judgement

• Strong attention to detail and protocol awareness

Please note: Only candidates with proven longevity in similar Chauffeur roles with excellent checkable references will be considered.

REF LC 159620