Executive Driver / Chauffeur (Mandarin & English)
3 days ago
London
Job description: Job Overview The Executive Driver / Chauffeur will provide safe, discreet, and reliable transportation for senior executives, including the Chairman and visiting leadership from overseas. The role requires exceptional driving standards, a high level of personal presentation, confidentiality, and the ability to communicate fluently in both Mandarin and English. The postholder will act as a trusted support to key stakeholders, ensuring punctuality, comfort, and professionalism at all times. Key Responsibilities Executive Transport • Provide daily chauffeuring services for the Chairman and senior leadership to meetings, site tours, events, airports, and other business-related locations., • Plan routes in advance to ensure timely arrival, considering traffic patterns, road closures, and weather conditions., • Maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate changes at short notice, including occasional early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Vehicle Care & Presentation • Ensure the vehicle is always clean, well-presented, fuelled, serviced, and in excellent working condition., • Conduct regular checks (tyre pressure, oil levels, MOT, servicing, etc.) and proactively arrange maintenance and repairs when required., • Keep detailed records of mileage, fuel expenses, parking, tolls, and servicing. Professional Conduct & Discretion • Maintain complete confidentiality regarding business conversations and executive movements., • Exercise excellent judgement when interacting with VIPs, clients, and external stakeholders., • Represent the company with professionalism, courtesy, and cultural sensitivity at all times. Administrative Support • Assist with occasional errands, deliveries, and logistical tasks to support the executive team., • Liaise with Executive Assistants and HR to coordinate schedules and travel plans., • Support airport pickups, drop-offs, baggage handling, and guest transportation when visitors are in the UK. Skills & Experience Required • Proven experience as a chauffeur or professional driver in a corporate or private household environment, • Experience working with Chinese or international executives, • Fluent in Mandarin and English (spoken and written), • Familiarity with West London, Central London, and major UK travel routes, • Clean UK driving licence (minimum 5 years driving experience in the UK), • Security awareness or defensive driving training, • Excellent knowledge of London roads, traffic patterns, and safe driving practices, • Experience driving luxury vehicles, • Immaculate personal presentation and professional etiquette, • Basic administrative, timekeeping, or log management skills, • Discreet, trustworthy, calm under pressure, and adaptable Personal Qualities • Punctual, dependable, and able to anticipate needs, • Respectful, courteous, and culturally aware, • Strong sense of responsibility and service mindset, • Able to work independently and maintain confidentiality Working Pattern • Core hours based on executive schedule (may vary daily), • Flexibility required for evenings, early mornings, weekends, and short-notice changes, • Travel may be required within the UK and occasionally abroad Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person
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