2027 Savills Graduate Programme - Surveying

Role Title: Graduate Surveyor – Commercial, Residential and Planning & Development

September 2027 start

Salary:

London: £30,000 and £1,500 sign-on bonus / Regions: £27,000 and £1,000 sign-on bonus. Please note that some regions will offer a higher salary of £30,000 and £1,500 sign-on bonus, dependent on the location and the cost of living.

Locations:

London, Birmingham, Peterborough, Reading, Oxford, Chelmsford

About this role:

The London graduate scheme encompasses Commercial, Residential, or Planning & Development pathways. Post-assessment, successful candidates will be enrolled with the RICS on the relevant pathway. A graduate at Savills will have exposure to a variety of aspects within the property industry during their two-year graduate scheme.

London Rotation

The Savills Graduate Programme (London Rotation) comprises 6 rotations of 4 months each. Graduates will rotate between different specialist departments across our London offices, gaining comprehensive industry knowledge, market insight, and Savills' team and client experience. Graduates are assigned teams based on required competencies, preferences, and team demand.

Commercial Rotations

The commercial rotation may include rotations within teams in various divisions such as Business Space, Central London & International, Development, European Investment, and more.

Development Rotations

Development graduates will follow the ‘Planning and Development’ pathway, including up to 8 months in planning, and may involve rotations within teams in divisions such as Development, London Commercial Development, Planning, and others.

Residential Rotations

The 'Residential' pathway allows you to become a registered valuer and includes rotations within teams in divisions such as Residential Development, Housing, Operational Capital Markets, and more.

Regions

Regional graduates are typically fixed in one team, but some may rotate within the office to gain sufficient experience. In other offices, such as Birmingham, there are structured rotation programs.

Commercial Roles include:

Opportunities like Birmingham Rotation (Various Teams), Peterborough, and Reading, focusing on Global Occupier Services, and offering various specialisms.

Development Roles include:

Opportunities in locations like Reading, Oxford, and Chelmsford, offering experience in valuation and development land agency sides.

Assessment Process:

• Online Application – Applications close at 11.59pm on 19th October 2026
• Online Assessment – SHL, to be completed by 12pm on 20th October 2026
• Screening Calls for Shortlisted Candidates – November/December
• Assessment Centre & Panel Interview – London based: 5th and 6th January 2027; Birmingham rotation roles: 11th January 2027; All other regional roles: 14th and 15th January 2027

How you'll make an impact:

• High attention to detail, well-organised and proactive approach
• Empowering to those around you
• Strong verbal, numerical and report writing skills
• Team player with leadership potential
• Ability to listen to others and collaborate effectively
• Strategic problem-solving
• Highly motivated
• Ability to challenge positively
• Computer literate

We value individualism and diversity. It's important to be yourself throughout the selection process.

Key Skills:

• Decision Making
• Collaboration
• Building Relationships
• Planning and Organising
• Adaptability
• Resilience

Future Talent Objectives:

Technical & Professional Knowledge:

Demonstrate strong foundational knowledge and understanding of your training profession, qualification, and role.

• Enrol and progress towards qualification, understanding the competencies required.
• Complete required induction training.

Business Awareness:

Demonstrate curiosity and enthusiasm about the business. Understand UK business strategy and your contribution to it.

• Adhere to additional division requirements.

Work Quality:

Accurately complete tasks on time with team expectations in mind.

• Show attention to detail and compliance with Savills’ brand and policies.

Time Management:

Maintain good timekeeping and reliability.

• Meet deadlines consistently and communicate proactively with your team.

Effective Communication:

Build effective relationships with colleagues across the team and wider business.

• Schedule regular 1:1s with your line manager for feedback.
• Adapt style with different stakeholders while maintaining professionalism.

Benefits (headline):

• Permanent Contract for all graduates
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Pension Scheme – Royal London
• Company mobile phone and laptop
• Training and APC costs covered
• 25 days annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential 24-hour service
• Discretionary bonus scheme and employee discounts

Training:

Our training and development program is highly regarded in the property industry, helping graduates reach their full potential. Regular opportunities for technical, business skills, and personal development activities are available and include conferences, networking, and social events.

Career Development:

Upon successful APC completion and RICS membership, you'll continue to receive training and development opportunities. We ensure Continuing Professional Development (CPD) remains current, aligning with changes to legislation and business needs.

Find your place to thrive:

Savills is full of extraordinary individuals, eager to drive progress with a truly inclusive culture. Our shared purpose is to help people thrive through places and spaces, driven by four key values: We listen, We empower, We challenge, We collaborate.

Offers Charter:

We are part of the Graduate Offers Charter to make decision-making less stressful for graduates.

Right to work in the UK:

Employment offers are contingent on legally maintaining the right to work and reside in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate their right to work throughout their employment. Savills cannot sponsor candidates for this role.