Apprentice Surveyor Review
at Savills
Degree Apprenticeship
Property Management
Wimborne Minster
Review Submitted: March 2025
Overall Rating
4.9 /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
4.8/5
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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:
5/5
I am an apprentice surveyor who sits in the valuation team. I primarily assist my colleagues undertaking valuations for different property types including commercial, residential and development. Additionally, I liaise with a number of solicotras and private individuals regarding covenant enquiries for a local estate.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I find my programme very enjoyable as it provides a diverse amount of learning which can be applied within my workplace.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes I have improved my interpersonal skills and wells and my English skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It is well structured with lots of learning material. Occasionally, there is a clash with dates on the assignments.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
A very good amount. There are additonal training days provided by Savills.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
A good amount I can ask for support whenever and I have 12 weekly meetings.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It provides me with excellent theoretical detail which I can apply to my day top day job.
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
Yes, there are plenty of local and national networking events available.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a good firm that provides excellent training programmes with a good network of apprentices.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills?
Make sure you try to get work experience. Understand the role you are applying for so that in the interview you can ask questions and get a good understanding of the role.
