What you need to know when becoming a chauffeur

If you enjoy driving and meeting new people, a chauffeur could be the ideal career path for you but first, there are a few essential things you’ll need to know. In this article, we’ll explain what the requirements are for chauffeurs, what the pay is like, and some of the pros and cons of being a chauffeur.

Understand what a chauffeur Is

A chauffeur is a professional driver. As a chauffeur, you might be employed as a driver by a chauffeur company, or a private individual, or you could set up your own chauffeur business and work for yourself. As a chauffeur, your responsibility will be to collect your clients and safety take them to their destination. You’ll also need to assist them with luggage and maintain your car in-between journeys.

Know the requirements

To be a chauffeur in the UK, you need to be over the age of 21 with a clean, valid driving license and no criminal record. You’ll also need a clean bill of health and your eyesight will meet the minimum legal requirements.

To be employed as a chauffeur, you’ll need to demonstrate a wealth of driving experience, and for this reason most chauffeur companies and driving agencies will only employ drivers over 25 to ensure they have the adequate experience and to reduce insurance costs.

There are several training courses that you can take to increase your knowledge and skills and boost your driving CV, such as those offered by the British Chauffeurs Guild.

What is the salary like?

As a chauffeur, your salary will vary, depending on the agency you work for or if you own your own business. The average salary for a chauffeur in the UK is around £34,059. However, it’s important to bear in mind that your actual salary will depend on who you work for, the hours you work and where in the country you’re based.