Chauffeur - Oxfordshire

Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chauffeur to provide first-class transport services to the Group CEO and their family, based in Cornbury Park, Oxfordshire. This key role will involve driving family members to various personal and professional engagements, including regular trips to London and other local destinations.

You will be part of the core support team for a busy household, ensuring a seamless and professional service at all times. The role requires someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, is highly organised, proactive, and willing to go above and beyond to meet the needs of the CEO and their family.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a first-class, professional Chauffeur service to the CEO and family members for personal and business-related travel.
• Drive family members to a variety of locations, including London, local events, and other destinations as required.
• Ensure all vehicles are meticulously maintained, clean, and in excellent working condition, taking responsibility for minor maintenance and coordinating with service providers as needed.
• Run errands and assist with basic household tasks when on-site, ensuring a flexible and hands-on approach.
• Stay informed of all changes to local and London routes, airport access, and any factors that might affect journey times.
• Take a proactive approach to time management and adapt quickly to changing schedules, remaining calm under pressure.

Work Arrangements:

• Home-based role, but you must live within a commutable distance to Cornbury Park.
• Monday to Sunday availability with ad-hoc support required throughout the week, including some out-of-hours work.

Skills and Attributes:

• A passion for delivering exceptional service.
• Highly reliable, punctual, and professional with a flexible and adaptable approach.
• High energy, resilient, and able to remain pragmatic under pressure.
• Excellent knowledge of Oxfordshire, London, and surrounding areas.
• Smart, presentable, and able to represent the Howden Group CEO with discretion and professionalism.
• Full and clean UK driving licence.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Proven experience as a professional chauffeur or driver, with a spotless driving record.
• Confidence in managing schedules and responding to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious household and support the CEO and their family with all transport needs. If you are a dedicated and experienced chauffeur with a passion for excellence, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of our team.

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new

• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges

• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

Reasonable adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.

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