Role title:

Apprentice Economist

Location:

London (33 Margaret Street, W1G 0JD) or Manchester (12 Booth Street, M2 4AW)

Salary:

£23,000 - £24,000 (DOE and location) + £1,000 sign on bonus

Start Date:

Monday 7th September 2026

About the team:

The remit of the Economics team is to lead on work in the field of property, planning and economics The team draws upon and works with other teams in Savills, for example its remit includes working with the Savills Research team to jointly develop areas of research that will raise the profile of the company. The work that the team does includes:

• Preparing and influencing economic, planning, property, regeneration, and infrastructure development strategy, policy and research at national, sub-regional and local levels

• Establishing the economic, financial and business cases for projects

• Carrying out social and economic impact assessments

• Developing new business opportunities

Day to day duties:

Working with colleagues on research, analysis and report writing to deliver projects you will:

• Undertake economic, social and market research and analysis

• Take responsibility for elements of projects

• Help develop creative and original solutions

• Contribute to writing reports, interpreting data and making clear and relevant recommendations

• Contribute to and take part in presentations at meetings

• Communicate and negotiate effectively with clients and colleagues

• Maintain an awareness of market conditions and government policies

• Keep informed about documents relating to relevant policy and practice

• Self-motivated

Key skills:

• Decision Making

• Collaboration

• Building Relationships

• Planning and Organising

• Adaptability

• Resilience

How you’ll make an impact:

• Good organisational skills

• Word and Excel capabilities

• Good written, presentation and numerical skills are essential

• Excellent communication skills

• Able to work individually and as part of a team

• Punctual, reliable, keen and enthusiastic

Ahead of anything else, we look for individualism and diversity in our apprentice intake - so it's very important at every stage of the selection process that you take the opportunity to show us what you're really like. Be honest and above all, be yourself.

Training:

You will complete the Level 6 Professional Economist Apprenticeship, leading to a BSc in Professional Economics.

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

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

• Interest free season ticket loan

• Pension Scheme – Royal London

• Training 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

Find your place to thrive:

Savills is an organisation full of extraordinary individuals. Brilliant people at the forefront of their specialisms, eager to drive progress for themselves, their colleagues and our business as part of a truly inclusive culture.

No matter the role you’re in, we all share one purpose: to help people thrive through places and spaces. This is built into our DNA, shaping the way we behave to deliver the best results. We define it by four key values. We listen, We empower, We challenge, We collaborate.

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 apprenticeship studies.

Assessment for this role:

• Application Form - CV and question (applications close at 9am on Monday 16th February)

• Online Assessment – SHL (will be sent on application completion and will need to be completed by 12pm on Monday 16th February)

• Screening Call & Presentation (between Monday 9th March – Friday 13th March)

• Assessment Centre & Interview (Thursday 2nd April) in London Head Office (33 Margaret Street, London, W1G 0JD)

Entry requirements:

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 120 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.