Apprentice Project Manager - Occupier Strategic Advisory services Review

by Savills

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.2/10

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

My day to day Role involves managing stakeholder engagement, risk management, spend report management and minute and meeting note taking; I also help to compile research and documents to help create vital sources of information relevant to the project I am working on. If I have capacity I also take on any extra tasks such as helping other colleagues in my department with research pieces or helping them to track data.

8/10

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

I have been able to further develop my multi-tasking and leadership skills. I have developed my IT literacy and have learnt how to use new software as well as developed my knowledge and understanding in old ones.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy learning new terms and industry relevant information as well as interacting with new colleagues and clients.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I have designated Study Days to attend lectures and to do any any assignments and relevant reading, this allows me to have a set time for University work.

6/10

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

I have been given support a decent amount of support from my employer.

5/10

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

I have been given a skills coach who I can go to for any questions I may have about the course and to get any help. I have check in with them every 10 weeks and this is to ensure that I am on track in my apprenticeship to receive my end qualification and to help to fill in any gaps and to provide support.

8/10

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

I feel as though it helps to provide me with the necessary platform to gain the information and knowledge needed for me to perform better in my 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.)

I am part of the social media committee and help produce content for our social media platforms. I also regularly attend Lunch and Learns where different speakers share key insights into industry relevant changes, knowledge and initiatives.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Savills to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I believe that it can help get you to where you want to be.

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

I would suggest that you do your research into what it is that you want to do and when applying, research the department and role that you would be working in to get a better understanding of what it is they do and what it is you would be doing.