Apprentice Surveyor Review

by Savills

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.8/10

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

I have spent time in the valuation department and more recently the industrial agency team. I have freedom to conduct my own projects as well as providing support within the team.

8/10

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

Yes

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

To a great extent, especially having the freedom to rotate into departments I have particular interest in

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well organised on my employers part. Not great organisation from training provider and professional body (RICS).

6/10

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

Plenty from the employer, colleagues are very willing to help with checking my assessed work and providing me with mock Q&A's on the structured training side. I always feel supported in my professional work from line manager etc.

10/10

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

Quite poor amounts, a lot have been cancelled and then rearranged with shorter slots than the original. Recently I have been completing my structured training for RICS membership and was given 6 hours notice from training provider for a crucial element of the submission (despite having a month till deadline).

4/10

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

It could be better. Would rather have not been an online course. Still managed to achieve 2:1 so respect where its due to the university/training provider.

7/10

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.)

Plenty

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Savills to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Feel reasonably paid compared to the industry, good social aspects, great internal training and support, plenty of opportunities to work in a variety of markets within the industry.

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

Show your eagerness to succeed and be proactive in your approach to the application. Real Estate is a 'people industry' and showing you a positive outlook will pay dividends.