Minerals Surveyor Review
at Savills
Degree Apprenticeship
Construction
Leeds
Review Submitted: March 2023
Overall Rating
4.6 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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:
5/5
The tasks I undertake vary significantly from day to day. My role includes a varied workload covering a range of consultancy services, management, valuation, and transaction advisory whilst allowing me to specialise within a singular asset type. The role includes a healthy mix of work in/out of the office
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy the exposure to a wide range of work types and clients my apprenticeship affords me.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Learning through carrying out work has allowed me to develop both personally and professionally
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
There is a clear structure and pathway to professional accreditation
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The support from my team and the Savills' internal training team is excellent.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
The scheme provides you with a degree however the level of support from the training provider is weak at times
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The qualification has provided context to my day to day role
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
There are plenty of opportunities however, these aren't apprentice specific
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Working for Savills provides you the opportunity to learn directly from market leading industry experts across all property types. Internal training and support with regards to professional accreditation is exceptional.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills?
The application process has changed since I started therefore, my only advice is general. Take a detail oriented approach to any application having regard for the specificities of each apprenticeship. If curious about a role reach out to a Savills apprentice on linkedin who will likely provide you with insight
