Planner Degree Apprenticeship

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Planner Degree Apprenticeship

Current team information 

An opportunity exists for a full time Apprentice Planner to join the Bristol Planning team. 

Our 5-year apprenticeship will give you knowledge, experience, and the qualification you need to start a career as a Chartered Town Planner. You'll get hands-on experience by working in the largest planning team in the Bristol market, whilst completing your apprenticeship. 

In the office, you will undertake a range of planning work, including research both for clients and to aid the teams knowledge base, preparation of a range of technical documents including planning appraisals and statements and assist with the submission of planning applications. 

We are comprised of 6 directors, 2 associate directors; 3 associates; 3 senior planners; 2 planners, 3 graduates; and, 1 secretary / PA. We work collaboratively, which provides the opportunity to work with a variety of people in the team.  

We work across a variety of sectors including regeneration and mixed-use development, strategic land and logistics, which means you will get exposure to a range of exciting projects across Bristol and the South West, whilst working towards a professional qualification through a combination of on-the-job training and a formal university programme. 

Our key clients include developers and housebuilders, registered providers, landowners, institutional funds and local authorities.

About this role

This apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity to get a head start on a planning career by combining work and university. It is also suitable for anyone looking for a change of career. 

The opportunity is to provide support to the planning team, primarily researching planning policies, planning histories and other planning applications, as well as looking at site reviews and appraisals for clients. This research will be written up into reports to form the basis of advice to clients and the content of planning applications. As the apprentice develops, there will be opportunities to attend meetings with clients and local authorities and to prepare and submit minor planning applications.

The long term potential is for that individual to become a Chartered Town Planner themselves, having developed their skills working within a market leading team. The individual would be client facing over time and therefore communication and interpersonal skills are very important. An outgoing, sociable and presentable individual is required. They need to be proactive and confident.

The individual will be located in the Bristol office.

We would love to hear from you if you are:

• An ambitious individual who wants the opportunity to develop a life-long career
• Passionate about delivering a sustainable future and making a positive impact in the delivery of planning projects 
• An enthusiastic team player who thrives by collaborating with others, as well as working well independently
• A keen learner who is comfortable tackling new challenges in a fun and fast-paced environment
• A motivated solution finder who shows good attention to detail

How you’ll make an impact

Good communication and organisational skills are vital to succeed as an apprentice. You will need the ability to manage a varied workload when working with different members of the team. It is also important to feel confident when using your own initiative, and being passionate about delivering the best service possible for your team and clients.

The successful candidate will have the following skills:

• Word and Excel capabilities
• Good written, presentation and numerical skills are essential
• Excellent communication skills
• Diligent and detail driven
• Able to work individually and as part of a team
• Punctual, reliable, keen and enthusiastic
• Thirst for knowledge and self-motivated

GCSE English and Maths at Level 4 (Grade C) or above is a mandatory requirement and you may not apply if you are currently studying for or already have a degree. You will also need a minimum of 104 UCAS points.

You must be eligible to live, work and remain in the UK, within 1 hour’s commute of the office you are applying to. 

Working Week 

Five full days in the office, working hours 9:00am to 5:30pm. One of these days each week will be dedicated to university led study whilst in the office or attending university.

Training 

5 year training programme (Level 7 Apprenticeship), which includes a part time undergraduate and postgraduate degree, and an APC training programme leading to become a Chartered Town Planner with an RTPI accredited qualification. 

On the job training is provided to ensure all the required knowledge and experience is obtained throughout the apprenticeship to qualify successfully. 

Career development

Once you've successfully passed your APC and become a member of the Royal Town Planning Institute, you'll continue to receive training and career development opportunities. We ensure that your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is current and that all staff are fully up-to-date with changes to legislation and business needs.

About Savills

Savills apprenticeship programme allows you to gain the training, experience and support you need to build a fulfilling career in real estate.

We pride ourselves on offering the best possible experience from the day you receive your offer letter with us, through to the training programmes that support your career development.

We work with the Chartered Surveyors Training Trust to offer property apprenticeship opportunities across our business in various locations. If you are passionate about a developing a professional career in property, and would prefer to learn on the job rather than studying full-time at university, these roles may suit you. We have 100 per cent retention rate of our apprentices, who go on to work for Savills after completion of the scheme.

How to apply

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