Residential Sales Apprentice Review

by Savills

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

My role includes taking viewings and going on market appraisals. I am also office based, taking phone calls, matching properties to clients and speaking with vendors.

10/10

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

I have learnt lots of new skills both soft and hard, learning how to be an estate agent from the different acts we need to follow to how to associate with customers and take viewings and market appraisals.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy my programme, it is good fun both in the office and out on appointments. The training days are also really good, meeting with other apprentices.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is very organised, we have our modules we need to complete and these are structured throughout the year.

10/10

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

I receive as much support as I need as and when I need it.

10/10

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

The training provider is really supportive, always on hand for if and when we need.

10/10

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

It definitely helps a lot with the performance in my role as it teaches us all the theory based knowledge that we can put in place on the job.

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, there is lots to get involved in.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Savills to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a lovely supportive company that have lots of experience within all the different property fields. If you are wanting to learn and become part of the property industry, you definitely are learning from one of the best.

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

Be yourself, and show your passions both personally and for the industry.