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Graduate Surveyor Review

at Savills

Graduate Scheme

Surveying

London

Review Submitted: September 2026

Overall Rating

4.6 /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!

4.5/5 - Overview of the Role
4.6/5 - Experience & Company Culture
5/5 - Recommendations & Advice

Overview of the Role

Overall, how would you describe your experience at Savills?

Great

What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?

Supporting wider pieces and working with directors. I enjoy the client facing side of things.

To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?

5/5
All work is billable fee based work

How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?

3/5
Towards the lower end compared to other companies but still fair.

How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?

5/5
You do the work that you will end up doing when qualified.

How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?

5/5
Very goood

Experience & Company Culture

How is the support you receive?

4/5
Plenty of support in strong teams but some individuals in certain teams not so much but that is expected.

How is your work-life balance?

4/5
Depends on the rotation but 80% of time great but when i was in an investment team it was almost non existent at times but that is expected.

What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?

5/5
Very welcoming and positive overall.

How would you rate Savills initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?

5/5
Plenty of training and events to get involved it.

How would you rate Savills CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?

5/5
Lots of volunteering opportunities etc

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Savills to a friend?

Yes

Why?

Great company who wants to keep and progress you

How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?

5/5
Savills is known as one of the best, if not the best, grad employers and it shows.

When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Savills?

Have relevant experience where possible through work shadowing etc which you will need to organise yourself. Don't underestimate your non-property experience such as retail as shows willingness. Try to keep on top of topical issues and have a basic understanding of residential and commercial property before applying.
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