Chauffeur
London
17-07-2026
Job Type
Permanent
Emp Type
Full Time
Industry
Private
Division
Private
Job Title
Chauffeur
Salary Type
Annual
Salary
GBP £60,000.00 - GBP £65,000.00
Job ID
199077
Job Description
A UHNW couple based in Kensington are seeking an experienced, professional Private Chauffeur to join their household. The role primarily involves driving a Rolls Royce Ghost and requires someone with substantial chauffeuring experience, exceptional discretion, and the flexibility to adapt working days and hours around the family's residence schedule and travel plans.
Working Hours & Schedule
- Core hours are typically 8:00am – 6:00pm, with overtime paid for hours worked beyond this
- When the family is in residence (usually May–July and September–December), the driver is required 5 days a week, Monday to Friday, with hours sometimes extending as late as 11:00pm or midnight
- When the family is not in residence (usually August and January–April), the role reduces to 3 days a week
- Flexibility is essential: should the family's travel plans change at short notice, the driver must be available accordingly
Key Responsibilities
- Chauffeuring the family safely and professionally, primarily in a Rolls Royce Ghost
- Maintaining excellent knowledge of London and the ability to navigate efficiently
- Ensuring all aspects of vehicle upkeep are managed, including maintenance, valeting, petrol, congestion charge, road tax, and insurance
- Tracking renewal dates for all vehicle-related admin (tax, insurance, servicing, etc.) and ensuring timely renewal; administrative support will be provided, but the driver is responsible for oversight and follow-through
- Working collaboratively with other household staff, assisting with errands as required
- Maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, discretion, and presentation at all times
Specification
Essential:
- Proven experience driving a Rolls Royce Ghost
- Minimum 10–15 years' solid chauffeuring experience
- Clean driving licence with no points
- Excellent knowledge of London
- Excellent spoken English and a highly professional manner
- Strong team player, comfortable assisting with wider household duties
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