Are you a self-starter?
Courier work can offer you great rates, flexibility and freedom.
Are you looking for courier jobs near you?
We are looking for self-employed couriers for local and national work across the UK.
With a network of 35 service centres covering Scotland, England and Wales and in every major city including London, Edinburgh, Cardiff, Manchester and Birmingham, we are the UK's largest same day delivery company.
Operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week all year round, we have over 15,000 courier jobs available daily. Click 'Apply online now' below to start your courier journey today.
What can you expect as a courier?
Click on the video on the right to watch Head of Courier, Reme, talk about what CitySprint can offer you and to hear why couriers choose to offer their services to us.
You'll find out about our quick onboarding, fuel cards, discounts on circuit fees & fast payment terms. Plus all the support and accreditons available to help you maximise your earnings.
How we support couriers
What you need to get on the road as a self-employed driver...
- National Insurance Number
- Passport/documents to prove your entitlement to work in the UK
- Valid Driving Licence (if applicable)
- Images of the vehicle you will be using (if you are using a motorised vehicle, you will need your vehicle insurance documents with a minimum of SDP Cover for cars and Hire and Reward Cover for vans and motorcycles)
- A mobile phone with Android (6 or above) or an iPhone with iOS (11 or above)
Please note: to apply for car driver SDP top-up insurance you must have held your licence for a minimum of 2 years and your vehicle must be less than 18 years old.
Why choose to work with us?
- Access to +15,000 jobs across the UK daily
- Weekly pay straight to your bank account
- Competitive pay across a range of work
- Suitable for different vehicle types from vans, cars, motorbikes & bicycles
- Quick apply and easy sign-up
We are growing faster than ever before and have one of the busiest courier circuits in the UK, so it has never been a better time to sign-up to work with us. Browse the latest courier work opportunities below.
Our available courier jobs
London courier jobs
We have a range of courier jobs in London with a fleet of cars, vans, motorbikes and cargo bikes delivering around the clock, to keep London moving.
Find out more about our delivery jobs in London
Local delivery jobs
Find out how you came become a self-employed courier, dropping off parcels and packages to local businesses and homes in your neighbourhood.
Find out more about our local delivery jobs
National van driver jobs
As the UK's largest same day delivery network with service centres throughout the UK, we have access to 1000's of jobs daily across the country.
Find out more about our national van jobs
Student driving jobs
Earn extra money (paid weekly) delivering parcels locally in your car or van part-time. It's quick and easy to apply - find out more below.
Find out more about our student jobsHelp and support for existing and new couriers
If you are currently working with CitySprint and have any questions at all, please get in touch with the courier team by clicking the button below.
On the road as a self-employed courier
Read the testimonials below and watch the video by London courier Paul who talks about a typical day as a courier.
Getting on the road is easy
You can be on the road as a self-employed courier in just a few days. You will need a few things to get started (like a valid driver's licence, a vehicle and insurance)
To find out more, click on the different courier options above for a full list of what you need.
A day in the life of Paul a London courier driver...
Courier testimonials
“Being a self-employed courier is great! I have been working with CitySprint since 2006 carrying out many different types of deliveries across the UK. I enjoy the variation and not having to do the same thing each day!”
Tony, National Courier - UK “The brilliant team at CitySprint has been one of the main reasons I enjoy the work I do so much. We drivers have a great rapport with them and the banter on the radio often makes me smile.”
Julija, National Courier - UK “I enjoy being a courier at CitySprint because of the flexibility it gives me with my hours. Having the choice of when I would like to work and how many hours per day is great - I would certainly recommend it!”
Flavia, Local Courier - Birmingham
Supplier of choice for couriers
- How do I sign up with CitySprint?
To sign up with CitySprint simply complete a short form here. You will need to provide your contact details, home address, vehicle type and your preferred area to work. Once the application is submitted, a member of the Recruitment team will get in touch.
- What type of vehicle do I need?
We have jobs available for different vehicle types, from cars, vans to motorbikes and bicycles.
- Does CitySprint provide insurance?
To deliver with CitySprint you will need to have the Hire and Rewards cover. In case you don't have it you can start with the SDP Cover (Social, domestic and pleasure purpose) and we'll then review if our top up insurance is applicable.
- How long does it takes to become a courier?
With CitySprint the onboarding process has never been quicker. The courier team will contact you to provide you the information you need. Once the documents are approved, you'll be ready to work.
- What is a courier driver?
A courier is the name given to a person who delivers parcels, documents and items for businesses or private individuals. Typically using their own van although a they may use a bicycle, motorbike, cargo bike, automobile or transport provided by the company they are working for.
Couriers work or provide services for delivery or logistics firms which offer same day, next day or international delivery services for local, national and international markets. - What does a courier do?
Travelling by bicycle, motorbike, automobile, van or on foot to complete deliveries, a courier transports packages, documents and items for businesses in the public and private sector as well as individuals. This could range from urgent blood deliveries for life saving operations for hospitals to important legal documents to dropping a present for a loved ones birthday.
- What is a specialist courier?
A specialist courier service can handle a range of sensitive goods. This may include fragile items or medical items like medicines, blood and organs for hospitals. Couriers delivering these items may have special training and certification or special vehicles or adaptions to transport the specialist items.
- What is a freelance or private courier?
A freelance or private courier uses their own car, van, bicycle or motorbike to carry out delivery work for a business. Working freelance, self employed or subcontracted means you are not directly employed by the company you deliver for. Many logistic firms use freelance or private couriers to do deliveries on their behalf.
- What do you need to become a courier driver?
To become a self employed courier you will need a suitable vehicle for the type of work you want to do. If it’s a motor vehicle and not pushbike then you will need a full, clean driving licence. An up to date MOT will also be required as well as the correct type of insurance.
- How do I become a courier?
5 Steps to become a courier:
- Get a vehicle – having the right vehicle whether it's a bike or large van is your first step.
- Calculate your expenses - From the correct insurance for your vehicle to fuel, servicing and mobile phone costs it's important to be prepared.
- Check potential income – Decide whether you want to be self employed or employed and check job boards for potential earnings and speak to a courier.
- If you decide to be a self employed courier you will need to to set up and register your business with HMRC.
- Keep on top of your accounts – being self employed ensure your paperwork is kept up to date as this will help when you need to submit tax returns.
- What is the difference between a delivery driver and a courier?
Delivery drivers are usually employed directly by a company. They can perform a wide range of work from collecting and dropping off fast food to dry cleaning to groceries, working set days and hours. Couriers are usually self employed or independent contractors who generally deliver parcels, packages and documents.