Personal Protection Officer / Head Driver - Part Time Only - London

We are seeking a London based Part time Personal Protection Driver, who is happy to be on a standby situation and work around your own personal business, private passions, lifestyle, or a services retiree wanting part time hours to support own pension.

Ideally a driver with Royal & Specialist Protections (RaSP’s) background – Elite Police or Armed Forces, with experience providing a high level of Close Protection and Driving.

This position does require an individual who whilst they may have other commitments, must be of the understanding that this client takes first priority above all else.

The Principals require this person to be available for 100 days per annum (the Principals have two or three trips per annum, usually two to three weeks per trip), and one other member of the family who uses up the rest of the days. Planning of visits are scheduled in advance, with sufficient advance warning of your work schedule.

The individual will have sublime planning and driving skills to ensure clients are delivered safely and in a timely manner, ensuring a high level of service and needs are fully met. Full flexibility with your work schedule is required when on duty, which may also require long days including weekends.

Key Skills & Requirements:

Previous driving experience working for VIP/Royal families in a protective role.

  1. Excellent inter-personal communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team

  2. Excellent organisational skills – planning the day ahead and routes

  3. Flexible working approach

  4. Understanding of etiquette, rules and protocol

  5. Uphold the highest levels of professionalism in appearance and conduct

  6. Maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion

  7. A full and clean driving licence

  8. Fully vetted and certified to a high security level

  9. NDA required

Salary / Hours / Start date:

  1. 100 days per year, flexible hours

  2. Salary £30,000 gross pa, pro-rata statutory holiday entitlements and pension contribution.

  3. Start Date: ASAP

Please do not apply, unless you meet the above criteria however if you align with clients requirements, send your email with covering letter outlining your current situation and resume to cv@ljwrecruitment.com