Calling all royal fans with a green thumb – there’s a job opening at Buckingham Palace for a gardener!“Joining this small team of qualified gardeners, you’ll help ensure the Royal Gardens and surrounding areas of Buckingham Palace and St. James’s Palace are maintained to an exceptional standard,” according to thejob description.Responsibilities include the obvious – mowing the lawn, planting flowers and monitoring the health of plants – but also researching new ideas for developing the palace grounds.Of course, the job comes with a few royal perks. The chosen candidate will make the Queen’s London residence their official address, as the spot comes with live-in accommodations. In addition, all meals with be provided along with the salary (starting at $22,000, depending on experience) and a 15 percent employer contribution pension program and benefits.DeAgostini/GettyBut not just anyone with a plant in their apartment will qualify for the position.“A passion for horticulture is a must, and along with relevant experience and a good working knowledge of plants and turf care, you’re exactly who we’re looking for,” states the job description. “A minimum qualification of Horticulture NVQ 2 (or similar) will be essential, as will experience operating a wide range of garden machinery. With a clean C1 UK driving license, you’ll be confident driving a large lorry as part of your duties.”Unfortunately for stateside royal fans, candidates have toeither be a British citizen or have already obtained the legal right to workin the U.K.Can’t get enough of PEOPLE’s Royals coverage?Sign up for our newsletterto get the latest updates onKate Middleton,Meghan Markleand more!Samir Hussein/WireImageDominic Lipinski/PA WireDominic Lipinski/PA WireIn addition to maintaining the grounds for tourists from around the world to see, the new gardener will make sure the scene is set for Buckingham Palace’s famous garden parties, like the one in May whereMeghan Marklemade herroyal debut as the Duchess of Sussexfollowing her royal wedding to Prince Harry.
Calling all royal fans with a green thumb – there’s a job opening at Buckingham Palace for a gardener!
“Joining this small team of qualified gardeners, you’ll help ensure the Royal Gardens and surrounding areas of Buckingham Palace and St. James’s Palace are maintained to an exceptional standard,” according to thejob description.
Responsibilities include the obvious – mowing the lawn, planting flowers and monitoring the health of plants – but also researching new ideas for developing the palace grounds.
Of course, the job comes with a few royal perks. The chosen candidate will make the Queen’s London residence their official address, as the spot comes with live-in accommodations. In addition, all meals with be provided along with the salary (starting at $22,000, depending on experience) and a 15 percent employer contribution pension program and benefits.
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But not just anyone with a plant in their apartment will qualify for the position.
“A passion for horticulture is a must, and along with relevant experience and a good working knowledge of plants and turf care, you’re exactly who we’re looking for,” states the job description. “A minimum qualification of Horticulture NVQ 2 (or similar) will be essential, as will experience operating a wide range of garden machinery. With a clean C1 UK driving license, you’ll be confident driving a large lorry as part of your duties.”
Unfortunately for stateside royal fans, candidates have toeither be a British citizen or have already obtained the legal right to workin the U.K.
Samir Hussein/WireImage
Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire
In addition to maintaining the grounds for tourists from around the world to see, the new gardener will make sure the scene is set for Buckingham Palace’s famous garden parties, like the one in May whereMeghan Marklemade herroyal debut as the Duchess of Sussexfollowing her royal wedding to Prince Harry.
source: people.com
