Graduate Surveyor Review

by Savills

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

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

I am sat within the Residential Valuations team. We undertake valuations for loan security and taxation purposes. A typical day would include a site inspection and then writing a report to give to our client.

8/10

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

Being a non-cognate student, I am have learnt a lot on the job which would not have been covered whilst in university.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am thoroughly enjoying my time in the team and enjoying the work. However, the best part is the people which make the day fly by.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well structured.

10/10

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

We receive an outstanding level of support.

10/10

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

We get a day off every week to study for the masters which is unlike other competitor programmes.

10/10

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

The qualification is fairly commercially minded and is therefore less applicable to my day to day role.

6/10

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.)

There are plenty of networking opportunities given through breakfasts, drinks and sporting events. There is a graduate football team which is run weekly.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Savills to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Although the pay is below the market rate, the support and people may that decision worth it.

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

Try and stand out. If you are a cognate applying from Reading or Oxford Brookes, tailor your CV to stand out from the other applicants who will have a very similar level of experience.