Job title

Apprentice Surveyor - Commercial

Start date

1^st September 2025

Job Location

Savills, Standard Court, Park Row, Nottingham, NG1 6GN

Salary

£23,000 + £1,000 sign on bonus

Current Team Information

Our East Midlands Commercial team, based in the centre of Nottingham, is made up of experienced Chartered Surveyors who know the local market inside out. Led by two hands-on Directors, we work across a wide range of commercial property projects, offering expert advice and tailored solutions to our clients. Supporting the team are two dedicated staff members who help keep everything running smoothly, along with a motivated apprentice who’s learning the ropes. We pride ourselves on a collaborative, supportive environment where everyone’s input counts and professional development is a priority.

About this role

Looking to break into the property world? Join us as an Apprentice Commercial Surveyor in our Nottingham multi-disciplinary real estate team and build a career in property with hands-on experience in commercial surveying. You’ll support senior surveyors on real projects, gain valuable industry knowledge, and work toward a professional qualification—all while getting paid. If you’re ambitious, detail-driven, and ready to learn, this is your launchpad into the world of commercial real estate.

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.

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 96 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.

A driving license is desirable.

Training

5 year training programme (Level 6 Apprenticeship), which includes a part time undergraduate degree (4 years) and an APC training programme (2 years, enrolled at the beginning of your 3^rd year at University) leading to become a Chartered Surveyor with an RICS 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

We will provide the full suite of Savills training programme including mandatory health and safety and office training, as well as specific training relevant to your role.

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.

Benefits

• Permanent Contract for all apprentices, as opposed to a training contract
• Pension Scheme – Royal London
• Training and APC costs covered
• 25 days annual leave
• Employee discounts - save money using our MyRewards on thousands of discounts and offers
• Sports activities (Hockey, Netball, Skiing, Rugby, Football, Cricket, Badminton & Squash)
• Employee Assistance Programme – A 24 hour service available to all staff and completely confidential
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• ShareSave - Save As You Earn share option scheme
• Company Mobile Phone

Assessment for this role

• Application Form – CV and essay question

(Candidates are advised not to copy answers directly from Chat GPT / other AI platforms. Please be aware that copying responses directly from these platforms will result in your application being rejected and not considered for further progression)

• SHL Assessment
• Interview

Applications close on Friday 6th June at 11.59pm.

We reserve the right to close applications at our discretion prior to the stated deadline. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Savills Culture

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Savills is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our teams will be truly representative of all sections of society and each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We attract, recruit and retain the best people in property. Right across the world, and in areas of property as diverse as real estate management and venture capital funding.
Please note, we will use your personal data to respond to your application. For further details, or to view our Privacy Notice or Group Equality & Diversity policy, see our website - savills.co.uk. Please note that all applications will be screened without your personal details on them. We will also ask you, as part of the application to complete a RARE contextual data form, in order to support our screening process and identify out performers.
Savills is a Disability Confident Committed Employer and is an accredited Living Wage Employer.
Savills is a signatory of the Race at Work Charter – committing to the equality of opportunity in the workplace for all.