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Savills

Graduate Surveyor Review

at Savills

Graduate Scheme

Surveying

London

Review Submitted: September 2025

Overall Rating

3.2 /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!

3.8/5 - Overview of the Role
3.4/5 - Experience & Company Culture
4/5 - Recommendations & Advice

Overview of the Role

Overall, how would you describe your experience at Savills?
Overall, my experience at Savills has been very positive. I’ve enjoyed my role and feel well-supported within the team, getting on well with colleagues and managers. Being in a fixed graduate rotation has made it slightly more challenging to get to know the wider business, but the structure has still provided valuable exposure and learning opportunities.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
My main responsibilities include assisting directors with valuation reports and using our Excel model to carry out valuations. I particularly enjoy inspections and visiting interesting assets.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
I do contribute within the team and feel more responsibility in my role now.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
Yes, I feel the compensation package, including perks and benefits, is fair for the work I do.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
4/5
The role is preparing me well for my future career. It includes client-facing work and increasing responsibility, which helps build relevant experience.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
3/5
I’ve been developing both new and existing skills through formal training and work, particularly in communication, multitasking, and attention to detail.

Experience & Company Culture

How is the support you receive?
3/5
How is your work-life balance?
3/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
How would you rate Savills initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
How would you rate Savills CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
3/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Yes, I would recommend Savills. It’s a strong graduate scheme with good APC support, and there are lots of teams and opportunities to gain varied experience.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Savills?
I’d recommend having something interesting to talk about beyond work experience, staying up to date with sector news for interviews, and researching the team to understand what they do.
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