Private Secretary to TRH The Earl and Countess of Wessex

The Household of The Earl and Countess of Wessex supports Their Royal Highnesses in all aspects of their duties and official engagements both in the United Kingdom and overseas.

The Private Secretary directs and manages all aspects of the Household.

Based mainly at Bagshot Park, but requiring flexibility to work in London as well, the role and responsibilities are wide and varied, advising and supporting TRH in all matters. You will plan and organise the official programme, where necessary accompanying TRH on visits in the UK and abroad, control expenditure and budgets, and deal with all correspondence.

You will be an experienced director with a track record of delivery at board level or equivalent in the military, or within the public or private sector.

You will be willing and able to motivate and manage a small team, and be prepared to be hands-on.

You will be a confident leader with good judgement, intellectual rigour, resilience, and proven integrity, and have a broad general knowledge and understanding of world and UK affairs.

You will be comfortable operating at a strategic level and have excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. 

You will be able to organise programmes and events, manage and control finances, and have an eye for detail.