If building LEGO for a living sounds like your dream job then you could be in luck - there’s an opening for a ‘master builder’ and the benefits are amazing.

Over 5,000 people have already applied for the position of Master Model Builder - from as far afield as Australia and California.

There are currently only 22 other ‘master builders’ in the world, and the exclusive position comes with some incredible staff perks.

Part of the Merlin Entertainment group, the position comes with a free Merlin Magic pass which gives you free admission attractions like Thorpe Park, Alton Towers and LEGOLAND.

The successful candidate will also get 25% off in all Merlin shops and restaurants and 40% off LEGO online.

Bosses at THE LEGOLAND Discovery Centre IN Birmingham revealed they will whittle it down to 50 applicants, who will then be put to the test in a series of challenges.

Everyone from royal household staff to high-earning barristers have applied in the hope they could get the role, Birmingham Live reports.

The job is located at a custom-built studio next to the Birmingham theme park’s Creative Workshop, where the successful applicant will spend their days constructing attractions, curate exhibitions and teach children and families how to create their own Lego masterpieces.

Amy Langham, General Manager at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre said: “The Master Model Builder role is such a privileged position to hold and the number of applications that we have received has come as no surprise.

“Given this role hankers creativity and excitement, giving someone the opportunity to win the job from a series of live challenges couldn’t be more fitting.”

The position initially opened on Friday 9 February and within 24 hours had received over 1,500 applications, the demand of which caused major technology issues for the site.

There are only a few days left to apply for the position - so you’ll have to be quick.

If you’re interested in the position or want to find out more, click here.

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