Apprentice Surveyor Review

by Savills

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.8/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I am currently in my second year at Savills as an apprentice working towards becoming Chartered. I work within one of their worldwide teams giving me opportunities to understand the markets in different countries. I work as a corporate account manager for companies meaning I look after there office property portfolio and assist when necessary on rent reviews, lease renewals, disposal, acquisitions and relocations.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes I have learnt a lot of new skills relating to the job role as well as building those that already existed

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I think the program is extremely enjoyable and really works well for my personality type.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I believe it is well structure but not perfect, however with this said there are some great initiatives in order to make it as close to perfect as possible.

9/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I receive a lot of support from my employer and they are extremely understanding

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

The training provider is really good

9/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I believe it really does help as it gives you the basic understanding which you can then build on

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes lots of different activities and there's always socials. Recently attending the Surveyors 7s for our rugby and netball teams

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Savills to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I believe it is a great company that has a great reputation that can really give you the help you need to start your career

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills?

Be confident and don't stress over the small things, they are interested in what you are like as a person as they can teach you everything else