Driver and Administrative Assistant at the British Embassy in Prague (CZE25.368)

Please apply using the following link. Only applications submitted in English will be accepted: https://fco.tal.net/vx/appcentre-ext/brand-2/spa-1/candidate/so/pm/4/pl/1/opp/25973-Driver-and-Administrative-Assistant-at-the-British-Embassy-in-Prague-CZE25-368/en-GB

The British Embassy in Prague is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas. We are seeking to hire a Personal Driver to the HM Ambassador to Prague.

In this role, you will be responsible for chauffeuring the Ambassador, Embassy staff, and visiting VIPs as required. Additional duties include running errands, assisting with administrative tasks for the Ambassador’s Personal Assistant and other Heads of Section, and managing the Embassy’s vehicle fleet.

Are you confident behind the wheel, meticulous in maintaining vehicles, and ready to lend a hand with events and office support when needed? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
Join our dedicated team at the British Embassy in Prague and help represent the UK with excellence.

Driving

• Chauffeuring the Ambassador in the official flag car.
• Operating the secondary Embassy vehicle for errands such as collecting goods, visiting other embassies or Czech authorities, and transporting Embassy staff on official business.
• Providing transport for visiting VIPs.
• Daily maintenance of the Embassy’s fleet, including checking tyre pressure, hydraulic fluid, oil, radiator and battery levels; keeping vehicles clean and in good working order; reporting any issues; and ensuring vehicle security.

Administrative support

• Providing administrative support to the Ambassador’s office and Corporate Services team.
• Maintaining records related to the Embassy fleet, including fuel usage.
• Occasionally assisting Residence staff with moving or lifting heavy items.
• Managing self-drive requests for the third official vehicle.
• Covering for the Personal Assistant to the Ambassador during absences.
• Supporting the planning and logistics of large Embassy events.
• Procuring goods and services as directed by the Ambassador’s PA.
• Handling logistics and customs clearance for the Diplomatic Bag and official deliveries to the Embassy.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

• Minimum English level: B1 (Independent User, CEFR) and good understanding of Czech (minimum B1level CEFR*).
• Valid and clean Category B driver’s license.
• Completed secondary (high school) education.
• Minimum of 5 years’ professional driving experience.
• Experience in administrative support roles.
• Confident user of Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to support communication, collaboration, and document management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing needs.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

• Genuine interest in current UK and Czech affairs.
• Required behaviours
• Communicating and Influencing, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service

Application deadline
23 November 2025

Grade Administrative Assistant (AA)
Type of Position Fixed Term, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal
Working hours per week 37.5 hours net
Duration of Post 24 months
Czech Republic, Prague
British Embassy
Number of vacancies
1

Salary 48,200 (gross) CZK

Type of Salary
monthly
Start Date
2 January 2025

Other benefits and conditions of employment
This is a full-time, fixed-term position for a period of two years, based on a 37.5-hour working week (net). Working hours are scheduled unevenly in accordance with the operational needs of the Embassy. Typically, the working hours are between Monday and Friday, within the timeframe of 10:00 to 21:00. Working hours will be communicated to the Driver in advance. Working hours may vary depending on the Embassy’s operational requirements.

The monthly salary is 48,200 CZK (gross). In addition, staff receive a meal vouchers contribution.

The successful candidate will be subject to professional background check, security clearance and 3-months probationary period.

The successful candidate must have pre-existing work authorisation for the Czech Republic to apply.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Czech Republic are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Czech Republic employment law.

Visa/work permit requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Czech Republic and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract.

Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in this country. The British Embassy does not sponsor for work permits.

Additional information
Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.

We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.

Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.

Please be advised that the British Embassy will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor the costs connected with relocation if offered a position.

*Please note for more information on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment levels please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your language skill is going to be assessed.

Please ensure that your application is authentically written based on your own experiences. If AI tools are used, their usage must only be limited to specific tasks such as ensuring formatting consistency and keyword relevance. The core content, personal narratives, and responses to behaviour and skill-based questions must genuinely reflect your professional journey, experiences, and achievements. We place great importance on originality and individual effort throughout the application process. Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.

Please apply using the following link. Only applications submitted in English will be accepted: https://fco.tal.net/vx/appcentre-ext/brand-2/spa-1/candidate/so/pm/4/pl/1/opp/25973-Driver-and-Administrative-Assistant-at-the-British-Embassy-in-Prague-CZE25-368/en-GB