How much does a chauffeur earn?
How much can a chauffeur earn, and is a career as a chauffeur something you should consider? Here’s a look at what makes this private driver job so appealing.
Chauffeurs and other private hire drivers enjoy a strong job outlook, with more people choosing to hire a driver’s services to get around the city, rather than drive themselves. So, how much can you earn when you work as a chauffeur?
How Much can a Chauffeur Earn?
Indeed estimates the average base salary for chauffeurs in the UK is as follows:
| Time | UK Chauffeur Salary | London Chauffeur Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly | £13.52 | £15.76 |
| Daily | £139 | £162 |
| Monthly | £2,221 | £2,588 |
| Yearly | £31,372 | £36,551 |
The hourly rate for chauffeurs in London and in the greater UK is higher than the London living wage of £11.05 per hour.
Driving with Addison Lee allows you to earn as much as £1,600 a week, making it a lucrative career option that makes it easy to save for your future. Addison Lee also provides an industry-leading pension scheme as an option for all drivers.
How To become a Chauffeur Driver
There are a few basic criteria you need to meet to become a chauffeur in the United Kingdom:
- Meet the minimum age requirement (21 years)
- Have the right to live and work in the UK
- Hold a valid driving licence
- Hold a valid Public Carriage Office (PCO) private hire licence
- Meet the medical fitness requirements
You’ll need to pass a topographical skills assessment and a Safety, Equality and Regulatory Understanding (SERU) assessment, as well as a criminal record check.
Do you want to become a chauffeur driving for one of London’s top operators?
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