The Royal Family is seeking a new staff member to help plan and manage their events, with the unique role based at Buckingham Palace. The successful candidate will be involved in the many remarkable and varied activities of the Royal Household.
Role and Responsibilities
The Events and Programme Manager will support the team to deliver extraordinary events, working on occasions hosted by the King and Queen as well as other members of the Royal Family. Responsibilities include providing world-class event management leadership and support, and being part of a team delivering a busy calendar of royal and internal events.
The job description states: 'Lead the end-to-end logistical planning of events, including detailed timelines, task delegation, and responsibility breakdowns for all key stakeholders. Ensure every logistical aspect is meticulously planned and executed to the highest standard.'
The role also involves representing the Royal Household in communicating with a wide range of external stakeholders in the lead-up to events, including senior stakeholders, showcasing exceptional professionalism at all times.
Skills and Experience Required
The successful candidate needs excellent leadership skills to ensure tasks are executed punctually and cost savings and efficiencies are made. They must be able to follow a busy and ever-changing schedule and be one step ahead. The description adds: 'Whether you're helping to co-ordinate a small board meeting, a Royal dinner for two hundred or a Reception in Windsor Castle for four hundred people, you'll guarantee the highest standard of creative delivery.'
Applicants should have project management and organisational skills, with experience of delivering high-profile events. They need to be able to work under pressure and navigate challenges. The job description says: 'Excellent verbal and written communication drafting, briefing and presentation skills, the ability to absorb and rapidly assimilate often complex and nuanced material, communicate a large volume of information succinctly and meticulous attention to detail.'
Additionally, candidates should be adept at influencing and negotiation with internal and external stakeholders, be a real team player, work flexibly and effectively even when busy, and think quickly on their feet while being equally comfortable working independently.
Desirable Criteria
Desirable criteria include past experience working in a hospitality environment to high standards and an understanding of end-to-end Food and Beverage processes.
Contract and Benefits
The role starts in September and ends in November 2027. It involves 37.5 hours of work per week from Monday to Friday, with a starting salary of £38,000 to £40,000 depending on experience. Royal Household staff receive 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, complimentary admission tickets across all Royal sites, and exclusive employee discounts.
Applications close on June 7.
