The British Embassy in Rome is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas, and it is now looking for a Driver to join its Defence Section.
Main purpose of job:
The job holder will work as part of a high performing team and will provide a high standard of transport and logistics to the Defence Attachés in Rome, VIPs and other staff as operational needs require. Core duties include driving, office and computer-based tasks as well as providing administrative assistance to the Defence Section of the Embassy. A key part of this role entails traveling outside the region of Rome, which may require occasional overnight stays.
Roles and responsibilities:
2. Office and administrative tasks
3. Care of vehicles
Our ideal candidate shows:
Nice to have:
This is a full-time, permanent position, graded S1 according to the FCDO grading structure. The monthly gross salary is Euro 2,516.50. The salary is paid monthly 14 times per year including €10.33 EDR paid 13 times per year, with double salary payments in June and December. If working less than a full calendar year, the additional salary payments will be pro-rata.
Working hours are 40 hours (net) per week, typically from Monday – Friday within the range 08:00 - 20:00 , with some flexibility. Some work outside of standard working hours, including weekends, may be required and is compensated with overtime payment or time off in lieu.
The appointment is subject to security clearance, professional background check and the successful completion of a 4-month probationary period. The starting date may be delayed depending on circumstances at the time and this will be agreed with the selected candidate.
Mandatory training is required upon the successful candidate's appointment, including data management, security and health and safety.
All staff employed by the British Embassy are subject to Italian income tax rate deductions (IRPEF). However the administration of these tax payments will vary depending on nationality.”
The successful candidate will be enrolled in the Italian State Social Security Scheme. Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy Rome are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local Italian employment law.
Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.
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Please be advised that the British Embassy Rome 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.
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This opportunity is closed to applications.