Surveying Review

The Insight Day at Savills began with an arrival and welcome session, followed by an overview of the company from a board member. This was followed by an insight briefing and a “day in the life” presentation from graduates, which provided an overview of their roles and experiences. After a short break, there was a market update delivered by the research team. The day also included a diversity and inclusion session and a segment on graduate scheme application tips. In the afternoon, attendees were given an office tour, followed by a networking session with employees from different areas of the business. The day concluded at 3pm.

It was valuable in giving a clearer understanding of the structure of Savills and the range of roles available across the business. The presentations and talks from different teams helped show how varied the work is, from graduate roles through to more senior positions, and how different departments contribute to the wider firm. Hearing from graduates and staff also helped illustrate what day-to-day responsibilities can look like in practice, and how the roles differ depending on the area of the business. Overall, it provided a useful overview of the opportunities available and how different career paths can develop within the organisation.

The Insight Day at Savills helped develop my communication and networking skills through speaking with graduates and members of different teams across the business. It also improved my ability to engage in professional conversations and ask more focused questions about roles and career pathways. In addition, listening to presentations and market updates helped strengthen my understanding of how to take in and interpret information in a professional environment. Overall, the day helped build confidence in engaging with professionals and improved my awareness of how to present myself in a corporate setting.

The company culture at Savills came across as professional, welcoming, and collaborative. Throughout the day, staff from different areas of the business were approachable and willing to speak openly about their roles and experiences. The atmosphere felt inclusive, with a clear emphasis on engaging with candidates and encouraging questions during both presentations and the networking session. Overall, the environment appeared structured but friendly, with a strong focus on teamwork and supporting early careers development.

Overall, I enjoyed the Insight Day at Savills. It was informative and gave a clear overview of the business and the different areas within it. I particularly found the presentations and the opportunity to speak with graduates and staff during the networking session valuable, as it helped bring the roles and career paths to life. The day was well structured and provided a useful insight into the industry and the variety of opportunities available.

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Applicants to Savills should try to get a good understanding of both the company and the wider property industry beforehand, as it really helps when speaking to people on the day. During the assessment centre or Insight Day, it’s important to be engaged, ask genuine questions, and take part in conversations rather than just listening. I found that being friendly, professional, and confident when speaking to graduates and staff made a big difference, especially during networking. Overall, showing real curiosity about the different parts of the business and being open to learning about the industry seemed to be the most important thing.