The Daily Star reports the Queen is seeking a Liveried Helper, who will be paid £22.4k-a-year plus benefits, with 33 days’ holiday along with accommodation and meals included.

The successful applicant will need to be a team player, have experience caring for horses but will get to ride them on big occasions – although bear in mind the main task will be cleaning up after them…

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