Graduate Surveyor Review
at Savills
Degree Apprenticeship
Construction
Glasgow
Review Submitted: February 2023
Overall Rating
4.1 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
Graduate surveyor in the hotels team providing both valuation and capital market services including sales and acquisitions, as well as consultancy.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy the various experience and skills I learn on a daily basis working both in the office and out on site at inspections, viewings, and meetings.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Communication, client relationship management, property valuation, presentation skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It is very well organised with plenty of guidance towards completing an APC to become a chartered surveyor.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
There is support from my employer to learn new skills and take part in training in order to progress through towards completion of the course.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
It is challenging balancing workloads and learning at university but you receive time out to take part in university courses.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The undergraduate degree provides a solid foundation in order to learn skills on the job as you study.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Yes there is a social committe, as well as plenty of social, sport, and networking events.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great place to gain a wealth of experience in the property industry.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills?
Have a passion for working in the industry and in particular the role you are applying for, as well as showing an eagerness to learn skills which you don't already have.
