The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are hiring a new housekeeper to assist at their London royal residence, Kensington Palace. The vacancy, which has been advertised on the Royal Family website, lists a number of desirable traits the successful candidate must have.
Applicants must be organised, take pride in their work and be able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
The listing reads: “We wish to appoint an experienced person to assist in Royal residences.
“You will support the management of all housekeeping operations and pro-actively deputise for the Senior Housekeeper, being accountable in their absence.”
The listing also states applicants must be able to manage a varied workload, work flexibly and be able to travel.
The job on offer is a permanent role, but a salary range has not been specified.
Currently, it is the only job opening for the Royal Family.
The closing date is on Saturday November 7 at 11.55pm.
William and Kate live at Apartment 1A with their three children, Prince George, seven, Princess Charlotte, five, and Prince Louis, two.
The apartment boasts 20 bedrooms, five reception rooms, his-and-hers dressing rooms, as well as staff quarters.
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