Graduate Planner Review
at Savills
Degree Apprenticeship
Property Management
London
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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:
4/5
Graduate Planner managing the submission of planning applications for mostly developer clients.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
It is very full on with the part-time study which hinders the total enjoyment
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Project management skills have been massively enhanced through this role
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well organised with lots of APC training.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Very supported however this inconsistent across different Planning teams in London.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Lots of support and help from the university.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
Often theory and practice in the work place don't align.
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
Lots of opportunities throughout the year.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great social atmosphere and good training provider to enhance your career.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills?
Stay as relaxed as possible at the assessment centre so you can be a calm reflection of yourself.
