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Russian-speaking Family Driver, London

  • Job reference: 976016
  • Location: Kensington
  • Job type: Permanent / Full Time
  • Job sector: Private Household
  • Salary: £4584 PerMonth
  • Published: September 22, 2026

Role: Russian-Speaking Family Driver
Salary: £4,584 gross per month
Location: London
Working Schedule: Monday to Friday, usually until around 5:00 pm. 
Start Date: ASAP
 
Job Description
A private family in London is looking for an experienced Russian-speaking Family Driver to provide a safe, reliable and discreet driving service.

The role will focus primarily on the children’s daily transportation, as well as family errands and general driving duties. The family uses a Mercedes-Benz V-Class, and a nanny will accompany the children at all times.

The position also includes summer travel to Latvia, where the driver will work as part of a shared rota.
 
Candidate Requirements

  • Fluent Russian speaker
  • Previous private family or professional driving experience
  • Excellent knowledge of London and surrounding areas
  • Safe, confident and responsible driver
  • Experience working around children
  • Reliable, punctual and flexible
  • Professional presentation and manner
  • Discreet and respectful of family privacy
  • Comfortable driving a Mercedes-Benz V-Class
  • Willing and able to travel internationally

Role Responsibilities

  • School drop-offs and collections
  • Driving children to and from after-school activities
  • Family and household errands during the day
  • Maintaining the vehicle in a clean and presentable condition
  • Planning routes and managing journeys efficiently
  • Providing driving support during the family’s summer stay in Latvia, working on an agreed rota of approximately 15–18 days
  • Working approximately 11–12 hours per day during Latvia travel periods
  • Working cooperatively with the nanny and other household staff
  • Maintaining a high level of confidentiality at all times

Benefits

  • £4,584 gross monthly salary
  • Formal PAYE employment
  • Additional £348.22 gross per travel working day in Latvia
  • Daily allowance during Latvia travel
  • Accommodation and flights provided
  • Long-term position with a private family

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