If you are looking to hire a private household chauffeur, the cost is an important thing to be familiar with. Private chauffeurs can have many different backgrounds and contracts. So firstly you need to find out what type of chauffeur you are looking for. Then, make sure you have a clear idea of what your budget is, and for how long you will need the chauffeur. So that there will be no confusion during the recruitment process. Find out all you need to know here, including how much a private household chauffeur costs.
Type Of Chauffeur
Firstly, you want to find out what type of private household chauffeur you need. You need to look at what your lifestyle is, to find out what type of chauffeur would suit this. What is the reason for you needing a chauffeur? There are many different reasons why people hire private household chauffeurs, so let’s have a look at the options and what type of chauffeur you need for each option.
Temporary Chauffeur
You might find yourself in a situation where you need a chauffeur for a short or temporary period of time. You might not be able to drive for a while, for example. Or you might be entering a temporary busy period where you really could do with the help of a chauffeur. Having a chauffeur helping you out for a short period of time can be an excellent thing to do. It will help you do all the things you normally would if you were able to drive yourself, for example. You’d also be surprised at how organised and efficient your life and time will be!
Corporate Chauffeur
If you need a chauffeur purely for business and work times, you might suit a more corporate chauffeur best. A corporate chauffeur will be used for all types of business chauffeuring and will dress formally too. A corporate chauffeur might work for other colleagues if you wish for them to do this, or solely for you and your partner. This chauffeur will be perfectly suited to do any work commutes, including early mornings and evenings.
Family Chauffeur
Another option for a private household chauffeur could be a family chauffeur. Do you have children, perhaps pets? If you need a chauffeur, but would like for your children and pets to be driven to places too, a family chauffeur would be most suited. A family chauffeur will likely be less formal but will have experience working with families previously. They will be happy to have your children in the car and have the right suited DBS certificates for it. Not every chauffeur will be happy to work with children and/or pets, so if this is a requirement, make sure to make this very clear when you start looking.
How Much Does a Private Household Chauffeur Cost?
Once you know what type of chauffeur you need, it is time to look at your budget. Before you start the search, have a clear indication of what you can realistically afford. It is not fair on anyone if you go through the whole recruitment process, but end up not being able to afford the right chauffeur.
Therefore setting expectations is important. Do you need a full-time chauffeur? How much experience would you like your chauffeur to have? And their background? Note that chauffeurs with extra qualifications, such as security driving, or experience working with children, will be substantially more expensive.
Below gives you a rough indication of salaries for private household chauffeurs in the UK. But as mentioned above, salaries and job packages can vary extremely per job and household. However, the below can give you an indication of what you could expect. The below salary guidelines are based on an average 40 hour week.
Entry-Level Chauffeur, with 2-4 years experience.
- Expect a salary of £538 – £711 gross per week.
- Yearly salary range from £28,000 gross to £37,000 gross.
- For a day rate expect to pay between £110-140 gross per day (varies depending on if you require the Chauffeur to provide a vehicle or not)
Mid-level Chauffeur with 4-8 years experience.
- Expect a salary of £730 – £1057 gross per week.
- Yearly salary from £38,000 gross to £55,000 gross per year.
- For a day rate expect to pay between £146 – £211 gross per day (varies depending on if you require the Chauffeur to provide a vehicle or not)
High-level Chauffeur with 8+ years experience.
- Expect a salary of £1076 gross per week.
- Yearly salary from £56,000 gross upwards.
- For a day rate expect to pay between £215+ gross per day (varies depending on if you require the Chauffeur to provide a vehicle or not)
How can Polo & Tweed help you?
Do you need help to find the right chauffeur for your household? Polo & Tweed can help you with the whole process! Our highly experienced recruitment consultants are there to help you from start to finish. We will be able to give you all the guidance and support throughout the entire recruitment process. From understanding the best chauffeur to match your needs, through to selection, interviews and job offers. Why not contact us today to find out how we can get started!