King Charles’s most senior aide, Sir Clive Alderton, is set to step down in 2027.
Sir Clive will retire after 20 years of dedicated service to the King around the time of his 60th birthday, in early summer 2027.
He first joined the Royal Household in 2006 and currently serves as His Majesty and Queen Camilla’s principal private secretary, a role he has held for 11 years. Alderton also briefly spent time as an ambassador for three years.
In 2022, he was made a Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order.
In his announcement to Buckingham Palace staff, Sir Clive remarked, “It has been the greatest imaginable honour to serve the King and Queen in my present role through such historic times and with unforgettable humour along the way.
“That support will continue, in a less formal capacity, for all of my life.”
A palace spokesperson later told the British media that King Charles and Queen Camilla are “deeply grateful to Clive for his tireless support and wise counsel over the years, and for the enduring loyalty that will ensure a smooth transition to his successor.”
The King is now actively looking for a successor to the man who was instrumental in planning his Coronation and assisting with issues within the Royal Family. Once the right candidate is found, it is thought the handover process will take several months.
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