The Prince and Princess of Wales are currently seeking a CEO to oversee their household. In an unprecedented move, Prince William and Catherine have released a job application for this senior role. The chosen candidate will be responsible for managing a staff of 60 and will have a significant impact on establishing a long-term “professional and collaborative culture.”
The job advertisement highlights that this opportunity is unique. The CEO will hold the highest level of authority within the Household and will report directly to TRHs The Prince and Princess of Wales. Their main responsibilities will include formulating and implementing the couple’s long-term strategy, as well as fostering a professional and collaborative environment.
Emotional intelligence and self-awareness are crucial qualities for the successful candidate. They should possess a “low ego” and have a deep understanding of their influence on others. Additionally, the CEO will maintain direct communication with King Charles and Queen Camilla to ensure alignment with their priorities.
This decision by William and Catherine, both 41 years old, represents a bold departure from tradition. Typically, senior royals have a Private Secretary in this role. The couple has also chosen to enlist the support of Odgers Berndtson, a firm tasked with advertising the position, rather than promoting it on The Royal Family’s official website.
A source revealed that this move is revolutionary and challenges the conventional hierarchical structure where staff answer to private secretaries. It has caused quite a stir, leading to some speculation about whether King Charles and Queen Camilla will follow their lead.
The couple’s decision to hire a CEO comes shortly after it was revealed that they are striving to find a balance between their royal duties and raising their children. William and Catherine, who have three children, have taken on additional royal responsibilities following the passing of William’s grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, in September 2022. They continuously contemplate how to navigate these commitments while ensuring their children are raised with privacy.
Royal author Sally Bedell Smith remarked, “They are maintaining a good balance between carrying out their duties and raising their children as privately as possible.”