I’ve finally had a job offer from Buckingham Palace! I’m a little surprised and confused because it’s not quite the job I’d hoped for. You’ll know I hope that I have offered myself as the next Poet Laureate. Sadly there has been no news on that front but another opportunity has come up.

I’ve received correspondence, via an agency I forgot I’d ever registered with, offering me a job in ticket sales. Slightly left field but maybe Her Majesty is dropping a hint I need to get a foot in the door and work my way up? I’d have preferred ‘fast track’ given my advanced years but you have to start somewhere. I’ll share the details here in case any one else is interested.

Summer Visitor Services and Sales Opportunities at Buckingham Palace It’s being part of the team who deliver an exceptional visitor experience. It’s the collaboration and the community spirit. And it’s helping millions enjoy magnificent buildings and beautiful art.  This is what makes working for Royal Collection Trust so different. When the doors of Buckingham Palace’s glorious State Rooms are opened to the public each August and September, hundreds of thousands of people come to visit. As part of an outstanding and friendly team, you’ll make their experience special. Whether you’re selling the ticket that starts it all, making things perfect on the day, or providing the outstanding retail service at the end, you’ll make every visitor feel welcome and valued. You’ll answer their questions, provide information, and always aim for the highest possible levels of visitor care and security. About you Friendly, outgoing and professional, with the ability to communicate well with all kinds of people, you’ll fit right in. You’re an outstanding team player, cool and calm under pressure, and able to work flexibly and effectively even when things get busy. For our Retail and Ticket Sales roles, an ability to engage with customers to meet sales targets is important too, as well as numeracy and a good level of computer literacy. Above all, you know what it takes to create the kind of customer experience that leaves a lasting and positive impression. This is your opportunity to use your personality and customer service skills to deliver the exceptional. Find out more at www.royalcollection.org.uk/summer-jobs. Royal Collection Trust is committed to equality of opportunity. The closing date for applications is 23 January 2019. Pay: £10.55 per hour, plus lunch and training provided Hours: A minimum of 300 hours for the duration of the contract. You will typically be rostered to work over 4 or 5 days per week, Monday to Sunday, including regular weekends. Contract: Fixed-term To see more about this role and Apply please click Here.