Eden Private Staff
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced and professional Chauffeur to join a private family in NW3, London, working on a 7 days on / 7 days off rota alongside another Chauffeur.
The successful candidate will provide safe, discreet and professional driving services for the family and their guests, supporting with daily journeys including office runs, school runs, appointments, events, airport transfers, errands and other ad hoc requirements.
The family also have a second home near High Wycombe. When the family are staying at the estate, the Chauffeur will be required to stay overnight at the property and provide driving services as required.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Rare opportunity to work a 7 days on / 7 days off Chauffeur rota.
- Work as part of an established two-Chauffeur team.
- Support a private family with a varied schedule of family, business and personal
Job Specification
Key Responsibilities
- Provide safe, discreet and professional driving services for the family and their guests.
- Drive family members to and from offices, appointments, social events, airports and other destinations.
- Undertake school runs, including morning and afternoon journeys, as well as transportation to after-school activities.
- Provide driving services for evening events and other after-work commitments.
- Carry out local and London-wide journeys, errands, drop-offs and other personal driving requirements.
- Stay overnight at the family’s second home near High Wycombe when the family are in residence and provide driving services as required.
- Plan journeys and routes effectively, taking traffic and timing into consideration.
- Coordinate closely with the family, Personal Assistants and wider household team regarding daily schedules and transportation requirements.
- Maintain the cleanliness, presentation and good condition of all assigned vehicles.
- Carry out routine vehicle checks and report any mechanical or maintenance issues promptly.
- Coordinate vehicle servicing and repairs as required.
- Maintain a high level of security awareness when transporting the family and their guests.
- Exercise complete discretion and confidentiality regarding the family, their personal affairs and business.
- Undertake ad hoc errands and additional practical support for the family when required.
- Maintain a professional and courteous manner when dealing with family members, guests and other household staff.
- Remain flexible around changing schedules, evening requirements, weekends and public holidays.
Candidate Specification
The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional Chauffeur with a strong background supporting UHNW or high-profile clients. They will be highly discreet, safety-conscious and comfortable working as part of a private household team on a 7 days on / 7 days off rota.
Essential
- Extensive professional Chauffeur experience, within a private household or supporting UHNW/high-profile clients.
- Valid UK driving licence with a clean driving record.
- Excellent knowledge of London and confidence navigating the city efficiently.
- Exceptional driving skills with a strong focus on passenger safety and comfort.
- Highly discreet, trustworthy and professional, with an absolute understanding of confidentiality.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong security awareness and a good understanding of safe and defensive driving practices.
- Comfortable working flexibly around the family’s schedule, including evenings, weekends and public holidays when required.
- Must be comfortable staying overnight at the family’s estate near High Wycombe when the family are staying there.
- Able to work independently while also communicating effectively with the family and wider household team.
- Polished, personable and professional in manner.
- Excellent checkable references.
Enhanced DBS check required at offer stage.
Candidates will also be required to complete a critical thinking test as part of the interview process.
This role is being recruited by Eden Private Staff, specialists in private household recruitment for over 25 years.
How to apply:
Applying for this position: Please email your interest in this position to application-ps@edenprivatestaff.com Please ensure you include the reference number for the position you are applying for (found at the top of the advert). For candidates who are not currently registered with Eden Private Staff, please include an up-to-date CV when applying. Applicants for this position should have excellent checkable references and a valid DBS. Please note we only register candidates with a minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role. If applying for a UK based role, please ensure you have the correct right to work documentation as we are unable to support with visa applications or sponsorships.
At Eden Private Staff, we have been placing Maternity Nurses, Nannies, Governesses, House Managers, Chauffeurs, Personal Assistants, Executive Assistants, Gardeners, Domestic Couples, Allrounders & All family office professionals with HNW & UHNW families for nearly 30 years. If you are preparing to hire and would like guidance on structuring your process, we are happy to help.
You can contact Eden Private Staff on +44 (0) 2074716000 or email info@edenprivatestaff.com