Graduate Planner Review
at Savills
Graduate Scheme
Property Planning
Cambridge
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.1 /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!
4.3/5
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Overview of the Role
4/5
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Experience & Company Culture
4/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Savills?
I have enjoyed my Graduate experience at Savills. I have received support and training throughout my time on the Graduate Scheme to help me progress towards chartership and beyond.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
I support senior colleagues on a range of planning services across a range of sectors. My responsibilities include, but are not limited to, site research and planning appraisals, preparing and submitting planning applications, chairing planning meetings, attending site visits, liaising with various consultants, and drafting representations to various stages of the plan making process. I enjoy the variety of projects I work on.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
3/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
4/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
4/5
How is your work-life balance?
4/5
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?
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The support received by my team and the wider business (in terms of Graduate Training) within my time on the Graduate Scheme has enabled me to progress, both personally and professionally.
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?
Demonstrate your enthusiasm and desire to learn, as this is just as important as the knowledge, skills, and understanding you have.
