Graduate Surveyor Review
at Savills
Degree Apprenticeship
Construction
London
Review Submitted: March 2024
Overall Rating
3.8 /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!
3/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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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:
3/5
I sit in the housing division and rotate between the 5 teams there. We provide consultancy advice to registered providers of affordable housing including valuation
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy elements of my job, depending on the kind of work or team i rotate into
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Learnt a lot of sector knowledge and improved my client liason skills. Have also improved data management and excel skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My rotations are well organised and I receive support
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I get enough support from my employer. HR are also very helpful.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
I get an apprenticeship outcomes officer who is my point of contact and does a full check in 4 times a year
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
Not so much, as I work in residential property and the degree is very commercial property focused,
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, I play netball and there are regular socials and industry networking events
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good for the beginning of your career to build skills and industry contacts. Lots of support towards APC
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills?
Do your research into subject area before applying and be confident in your abilities and skills
