Private Secretary to HRH The Duke of Kent

The Household of HRH The Duke of Kent consists of a small team supporting TRH The Duke and Duchess of Kent in delivering their official programme.

The role is diverse and will involve advising and supporting HRH in all matters. This will include organising the official programme and accompanying HRH on official engagements in the UK and abroad, as well as managing the Household and overseeing administration and correspondence.

You will have experience at a senior level, with the leadership skills necessary to head up the Household. In addition you will be team-orientated in approach, with the willingness and flexibility to undertake routine and detail-focused tasks.

Possessing a good general knowledge of current affairs, both nationally and internationally, you will be a trusted adviser, and will have a well-developed understanding of the UK's constitution and political, economic and geographical infrastructure.

Strong cultural sensitivity, diplomacy and excellent judgement will be key to this role. Alongside exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, you will have credibility at a senior level, both internally and externally.

With excellent drafting and presentation skills you have the ability to absorb a large volume of information, and communicate complex issues succinctly through a variety of mediums.

With strong administrative and organisational skills, enabled by technology, you will work to consistently high standards with great attention to detail, whilst also looking for ways to improve processes.

Self-motivated with great initiative and decision-making abilities, you will be confident working independently to achieve results.