Courier jobs

United States March 22, 2026

Start delivering parcels in your neighbourhood

Our couriers are provided a consistent route in an area that is familiar to them. As a self employed courier, the opportunity to earn more income delivering parcels with Evri is limited only by your own ambition. We support and empower our couriers to take on parcel volumes that suit their needs. Get to know your fellow couriers as you get involved in a growing community driven and enthusiastic workers.

Be your own boss

One of the best things about working with us is that you can plan your day around your lifestyle. You can pop home for a cup of tea, meet friends for lunch, dedicate some time to studying, or do the school run.

As long as you deliver great service to customers, how you organise your day is largely up to you. You choose when and how you work, set your own goals, and build earning opportunities that suit your lifestyle.

As a self-employed courier, you’ll:

  • Be responsible for managing your own tax and National Insurance obligations
  • Take responsibility for your own working arrangements and expenses
  • Have the opportunity to increase your earnings over time
  • Have the option to arrange a substitute when needed
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You’re in control

There is no limit to how many parcels you can deliver. If you're doing a great job of keeping your customers happy, then there is no reason why you cant take on more parcels to deliver. After all the more you deliver, the more you earn.

Advice and support

You'll get to know your Community Delivery Manager really well. They are there to support and guide you in person and on the phone.

Become a self employed van driver

Our brand new service, Evri Premium, a network of DHL has launched, and we need self-employed van drivers to join our growing team. Our ideal self employed van drivers are enthusiastic, hard-working individuals with a positive attitude and commitment to excellent customer service. To be eligible to apply for the role you simple need these three things:

  • A valid UK driving licence 
  • Access to a reliable van 
  • Previous experience in multi-drop delivery (desirable, not essential) 

Frequently asked questions

I’m having problems submitting my application. What should I do?

First, try switching to a different browser (like Chrome, Safari, or Edge) or use your mobile device. If the issue continues, please email [email protected] and our team will be happy to help.

What are the working hours for the role?

As a Self-employed courier working hours can be really flexible depending on a number of factors such as your availability, the location of your round, and the amount of parcels that particular round generates. On average a courier works approximately 5-6 hours a day.

How will I be paid?

Couriers are paid on a monthly basis via BACS. All payments made by Evri to the courier will be without deductions of things like income tax for which you are responsible.

Invoices are accessible through the dedicated link in the Courier Community App.

Do I need additional insurance?

As a self-employed courier you must have the correct level of 3rd party cover whilst you’re out making deliveries. Evri has developed a ‘top-up’ insurance with Marsh Insurance. Charged at £1.35 per day and only on the days that service is provided to Evri, this gives the 3rd party cover required for Self Employed Couriers whilst making deliveries and collections on behalf of Evri our clients. (full details can be provided upon request).

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