Executive Driver at Vivo Fashion Group

Job Purpose

• To provide safe, reliable, discreet, and professional chauffeur and logistical support to the CEO, ensuring punctual and secure transportation to all business engagements while safeguarding the CEO's schedule, confidentiality, and public image. The role also supports light administrative and logistical tasks connected to the CEO's daily movements.

Key Responsibilities

• Chauffeuring: Safely drive the CEO to and from meetings, airports, official functions, and personal engagements as required, always arriving ahead of scheduled times.
• Route & Schedule Planning: Plan routes in advance using real-time traffic, road closure, and security information; liaise with the Executive Assistant to align pick-up/drop-off times with the CEO's calendar.
• Vehicle Care & Compliance: Keep the executive vehicle clean, fuelled, and in excellent mechanical condition; arrange and track routine servicing, insurance renewals, and licensing; conduct daily pre-trip inspections and report faults immediately.
• Safety & Security: Drive defensively and within the law at all times; remain alert to security risks.
• Confidentiality & Discretion: Maintain strict confidentiality regarding the CEO's conversations, schedule, contacts, and movements at all times, both on and off duty.
• Professional Representation: Present a professional, well-groomed appearance and courteous manner at all times, representing the CEO and the organization positively to clients, partners, and the public.
• Logistics Support: Assist with loading/unloading luggage, documents, and materials; run approved errands connected to the CEO's official duties (e.g., collecting documents, dropping off items).
• Flexibility & Availability: Be available for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and short-notice changes to the CEO's schedule, including occasional multi-day travel.
• Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate logs of mileage, fuel usage, trip purposes, and vehicle maintenance for reporting and audit purposes.
• Emergency Response: Respond calmly and appropriately to breakdowns, accidents, or emergencies, and know basic first aid procedures.

Key Skills

• Excellent, defensive driving skills and sound knowledge of traffic laws and local routes.
• High level of discretion, integrity, and trustworthiness in handling confidential information.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to work well under pressure and adapt to last-minute changes.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; calm, courteous, and professional demeanor.
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge and problem-solving skills for minor mechanical issues.
• Physical fitness to assist with luggage handling and to remain alert during long or late hours.
• Sound judgment and situational awareness, particularly regarding safety and security.

Qualifications and Experience

• A valid driver's license (Class B/C or equivalent) with a clean driving record of at least 5 years.
• A minimum of 3–5 years' experience as a professional driver, preferably chauffeuring senior executives, diplomats, or VIPs.
• Secondary school certificate as a minimum; additional training in customer service, security awareness, or basic vehicle mechanics is an advantage.
• Valid certificate of good conduct and clearance from relevant background checks.