Graduate Surveyor Review

by Savills

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8/10

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

I am a graduate within the valuation division so my role involves inspecting properties, gathering comparable evidence, speaking to local agents and then writing valuation reports.

10/10

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

The training I have received from Savills has been very good throughout my time here. I have learnt a number of new skills relating to inspection, measurement, valuation, leasing, letting, sale and purchase of a range of property asset types.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

10/10

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

10/10

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

2/10

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

2/10

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.)

At Savills there are always opportunities to attend a number of networking events.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Savills to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The level of training and support that you receive on the Savills graduate scheme is very good. Everyone at the company no matter their level or team is always happy to give up their time to help you learn and give advice.

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

Try to show your personality in your application and demonstrate that you have a real interest in a career as surveyor.