Kate Middleton's new PR hire refuses royal job

Kate Middleton has been making moves to set herself apart from the rest of the royal family.

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She hired PR guru Alison Corfield in February to "shake things up".

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Corfield reportedly had second thoughts about the job due to the scrutiny that comes with working at the palace.

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Kate is looking for a private secretary to help her step up her brand as an advocate for early-childhood education.

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Corfield's departure means it's back to the drawing board to find the perfect fit for the Princess of Wales.

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Kate has been without a private secretary since September 2021.

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Corfield was described as a "ball-breaking" strategist.

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Kate is looking to make waves with her "Shaping Us" campaign.

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The palace is constantly mired in controversy, so Kate's strategy is to set herself apart from the rest of the pack.

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