Graduate Surveyor Review
at Savills
Degree Apprenticeship
Property Management
London
Review Submitted: February 2024
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
4.2/5
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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
As a graduate surveyor my role is varied, I spend a lot of time searching for comparable evidence to use for valuation reports and pricing exercises. As part of my current team I also review floorplans and interior designs to ensure the client can optimise the value of their development.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy my programme, the work is varied and everyone is really friendly. There are lots of training opportunities and I feel I can access support whenever I need it.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
My excel skills have improved significantly since I started my apprenticeship. My organisational and time management skills have also improved as I balance my degree and APC alongside my everyday client work. I have also developed more confidence, talking to directors every day.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
My programme is very structured, I move teams every 4 months to ensure I get a wide variety of experience within the company in order to complete my APC in 2 years time. I get one day off a week to study for my masters.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive lots of support from Savills, I have a mentor, supervisor and counsellor who I can go to at any time if I have any questions. The graduate HR team are very friendly and approachable.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
I have regular meetings with my apprenticeship outreach officer at UCEM to track my progress and answer any questions. UCEM also provide workshops in between term time to provide information about the APC.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I frequently use the knowledge I learn during my masters as part of my everyday work, this helps to improve my work and I enjoy knowing that what I am learning is valuable for my job. My role also helps me complete my masters work to a higher quality.
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
Since joining as a graduate I have attended lots of social events both within my team and specifically for graduates. There are frequently graduate networking opportunities or charity events.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I find the work genuinely interesting and I feel I have learnt so much in the short amount of time I have been there. I have been able to build my network within the company and have found everyone to be friendly and supportive.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills?
Be yourself in the application, spend time researching the company and current trends in the real estate market. Show that you are enthusiastic about Savills and link your experience to why you would would be a good candidate for the role, even if you have limited work experience in real estate.
