Apprentice Surveyor Review
at Savills
Degree Apprenticeship
Surveying
Bristol
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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
As an Apprentice Surveyor at Savills, my role involves supporting the Property Management team in the day‑to‑day running of a mixed commercial portfolio. My responsibilities include assisting with service charge management, liaising with tenants, organising reactive and planned maintenance works, reviewing contractor reports, and ensuring compliance across the properties I help manage. I also support with financial tasks such as processing invoices, checking budgets, updating client reports, and preparing turnover summaries. Alongside on‑the‑job learning, I work closely with senior surveyors, attend site visits, and gain hands‑on experience that builds my technical knowledge and professional confidence.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy my Apprentice Surveyor Degree Programme, as it provides a great balance of academic learning and practical experience. Working at Savills allows me to apply my university studies directly to real‑world situations, develop professional skills, and gain exposure to a wide range of property management tasks. The support from my team and the structured nature of the apprenticeship make the programme both engaging and rewarding.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Throughout my apprenticeship, I have both learnt new skills and significantly developed existing ones. I’ve gained a much deeper understanding of property management processes, including service charge administration, contractor management, turnover reporting, and compliance procedures. My communication and tenant‑liaison skills have strengthened through regular interaction with occupiers, contractors, and internal teams. I’ve also developed strong analytical and numerical skills by working with budgets, reviewing service charge schedules, and preparing financial summaries. In addition, I’ve improved my organisation, time management, and report‑writing skills through managing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines, and supporting senior surveyors. Overall, the apprenticeship has helped me build confidence, technical knowledge, and professional capability across a wide range of surveying responsibilities.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
My programme is very well organised and clearly structured, with a good balance between academic learning and practical workplace experience. The Savills Apprenticeship Team is extremely supportive and well‑coordinated, ensuring apprentices always know what is expected, when key deadlines are approaching, and how each stage of the apprenticeship links to professional development.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive excellent support from my employer. My team at Savills is incredibly approachable and always willing to explain processes, answer questions, and involve me in meaningful work. My manager and colleagues provide regular guidance, feedback, and opportunities to gain hands‑on experience, which has helped me grow quickly in confidence and technical understanding.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training provider offers strong support throughout the qualification. I have consistent access to tutors, structured learning materials, and clear guidance on academic requirements and deadlines. Progress reviews are well managed, and I always have someone to contact if I need clarification or further help with assignments or APC preparation.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The qualification directly supports my role, as the academic learning complements the practical experience I gain at Savills. Topics such as property management, valuation, building pathology, and professional standards link closely to my day‑to‑day work, helping me understand the reasoning behind processes and apply theory confidently in a real‑world setting.
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, Savills offers a wide range of extra‑curricular opportunities including social events, charity initiatives, early‑careers networking sessions, and professional development workshops. The Savills Apprenticeship Team is particularly impressive, organising regular events, training sessions, and community activities that help apprentices connect, learn, and feel fully supporte
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I would recommend Savills because it is a highly supportive and professional environment with excellent opportunities for development. The Savills Apprenticeship Team is outstanding—they are organised, approachable, and make sure apprentices feel supported from day one. The company culture is welcoming, the teams are collaborative, and there is a strong focus on both personal and professional growth. The mix of hands‑on experience, structured training, and exposure to real responsibility makes Savills a great place to start a career in property.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills?
Be proactive and show enthusiasm for the property industry and for learning on the job.
Research Savills and its service lines, so you can talk confidently about why you want to work there.
Demonstrate teamwork and communication skills, as these are valued highly across the business.
Ask questions and show curiosity during the application process—Savills looks for people who want to grow.
Highlight any real‑world experience, even outside property (customer service, teamwork, problem‑solving).
Make the most of the Savills Apprenticeship Team, as they provide fantastic support, guidance and development opportunities.
Research Savills and its service lines, so you can talk confidently about why you want to work there.
Demonstrate teamwork and communication skills, as these are valued highly across the business.
Ask questions and show curiosity during the application process—Savills looks for people who want to grow.
Highlight any real‑world experience, even outside property (customer service, teamwork, problem‑solving).
Make the most of the Savills Apprenticeship Team, as they provide fantastic support, guidance and development opportunities.
