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Savills

apprentice surveyor Review

at Savills

Degree Apprenticeship

Property Management

London

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

4.5 /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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4/5 - 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
I am an apprentice in London Retail Property Management where we act as the bridge between asset managers (clients) and tenants in shopping centres
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy the being able to use knowledge learnt theoretically against the practical side of the apprenticeship, I enjoy the balance of learn and earn

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt to be competent on excel and outlook and developed communication skills in person and online

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
I believe that it is well structured
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive the necessary support with access to a buddy/mentor system as well as line management. As I am fixed in one team, I have build relations with those colleagues and also have a strong support system.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
There is available support sessions provided if necessary and quarterly check ins with the advisors from UCEM
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I feel that it helps me perform better as it enhances my overall knowledge and also enables me to understand the property industry on a wider level than just 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.)
4/5
I attend the FLIP events (Future leaders in property) to encourage networking with different companies

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a very engaging company with a lot of opportunities to learn and progress in your career
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills?
Reach out to people who work there already and express interest - network, have a coffee and a chat. Savills is a large company with lots of different streams in property, network to find your niche
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