Graduate Surveyor Review

As a graduate surveyor, I have been exposed to a wide range of work and have had the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues across the business. The working environment is professional and supportive, and I have generally felt encouraged to ask questions, take responsibility and develop my knowledge.
The scale of the organisation also provides good exposure to different clients, properties and areas of the industry.

I am currently working within the Rating team. While I have had a positive experience, primarily because I was allocated to a very good and supportive team, I did not have any input into my placement and did not know prior how long we would be spending in our rotations. Providing graduates with more information about the available teams and an opportunity to express their preferences would improve the allocation process. Nevertheless, the support and experience offered by my current team have made it rewarding.

I feel that I have regular opportunities to contribute meaningfully to the team. I am trusted to complete work that supports live projects and client instructions, and my responsibilities have increased as I have gained more experience. Colleagues are very approachable and willing to explain the wider purpose of tasks, which helps me understand how my work contributes to the team’s objectives.

The overall compensation package is reasonable for a graduate role and is supported by a large range of benefits. However, when considering the cost of living in London, I feel there is some scope for the salary and package to be more competitive.
I appreciate that the role offers significant professional development and support towards qualification, which adds long-term value.

The role is preparing me well for my future career particularly through doing the part time masters and with APC assistance from colleagues. I am gaining practical experience, developing my technical knowledge and improving important professional skills, including communication, organisation, commercial awareness and client management. However, as I have been placed in a more "niche" team I have not had as large a breadth of understanding/experience as I would like.

The support I have received has been very good overall. My line manager and the wider Rating team have been approachable, supportive and willing to take the time to explain unfamiliar concepts. The support from my buddy and other graduates has also helped me settle into the business.

My work-life balance has been excellent. My typical working week allows me to manage my responsibilities effectively while still maintaining sufficient personal time outside work. Expectations around working hours are generally reasonable, and I feel comfortable communicating with the team if I need support with my workload or competing deadlines.

The organisational culture at CBRE is everything I would want from a job. I have found everyone to be approachable and willing to share their knowledge, which has made it easier to settle into the organisation and develop in my role.
Within the Rating team, there is a supportive atmosphere and a strong sense of collaboration. I feel able to ask questions without judgement, and everyone is involved in both work-related and social activities.

CBRE demonstrates a strong commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. There is clear communication around these subjects, and a large range of internal initiatives, networks and awareness events.

Yes

I would recommend CBRE to a friend because it provides a fun and supportive environment in which to begin a career in property. The graduate programme offers exposure to meaningful work, experienced colleagues and opportunities to develop both technical and professional skills.
I have been particularly pleased with the support and welcoming atmosphere within the Rating team. I have been fortunate to join a very social and welcoming team, which has made the experience positive.

The role has matched many of the expectations established during the recruitment process. I expected to work for a large, professional organisation, gain practical experience and receive support towards my long-term career development, and this has been the case.
However, I did not have much visibility or input regarding the specific team I would join. I was allocated to the Rating team without being given the opportunity to express a preference or fully understand the available options. We were initially told during the recruitment process that there would be more than 2 rotations.