Graduate Surveyor Review

I have had a great experience so far and have benefitted from a high degree of trust and autonomy in my role and managing my work. I have a supportive and encouraging team of colleagues and have had exposure to a wide variety of work giving me a broad grounding in valuation surveying.

My role involves working within the Valuation team (Development Division) to provide clients with a professional, quality service in the provision of Valuation Reports and advice in respect of real estate assets, including residential and commercial property and development land/sites. Key responsibilities include: taking client instructions as to the purpose of the valuation and their requirements, ensuring sufficient information is gathered to provide an appropriate quote with a view to winning profitable instructions. Developing and maintaining good client relationships to encourage the use of Savills valuation services and other services within the wider business. Conducting the inspection and measurement of property/land and undertaking relevant market research, due diligence and analysis in order to inform the valuation process and produce accurate, high quality valuation reports. Adhering to relevant professional standards as appropriate to an RICS professional. I have particularly enjoyed inspecting a varying range of property types across a wide patch as well as many social events and networking opportunities the company offers.

Due to the level of trust placed in my ability and support from my colleagues I have felt like a valued member of the team and have genuinely contributed to the divisions success.

I have received a competitve graduate level basic salary as well as a bonus after only 6 months at the firm. There are various perks including client entertainment, conferences and work socials, as well as a pension scheme, medical scheme and a MyRewards discount and savings scheme.

I feel that my role is well-suited to building my future career and also offers opportunities to expand my skills beyond what many other firms offer.

I have felt supported by my immediate manager/s and wider team who are approachable and generous with their time.

My work-life balance has generally been good, there have been some tight deadlines and pressure points which required working additional hours, but these have been relatively limited in their regularity and impact on my well-being.

A very encouraging, inclusive and accepting culture, with a degree of flexibility in terms of remote working.

There are various schemes, support groups and working groups designed to foster a positive working environment no matter the employees background, including internal networks for those with disabilities, minority backgrounds, gender groups and a social mobility group.

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A top firm with an excellent track record for the best graduate scheme for property professionals starting out on their surveying career. A supportive, positive and entrepreneurial culture.

The role was as expected based on the recruitment process.