Graduate, Energy & Renewables in Cambridge

Do you have what it takes to join our Energy & Renewables team?

We're looking for a motivated, ambitious and commercially minded Graduate to join our growing Energy & Renewables team in September 2027.

Based at either our Head Office in Cambridge or our Oxford office, you'll gain hands-on experience across a diverse portfolio while working alongside industry-leading experts and building the foundations of a successful career.

For over 35 years, Bidwells has been providing expert property advice to landowners, developers and investors, supporting the successful delivery of renewable energy and infrastructure projects across the UK. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you will gain exposure to a broad range of projects including Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Onshore Wind, Green Hydrogen, Offshore Wind Connections, Grid and Infrastructure schemes.

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about sustainability and the transition to Net Zero to begin their career within one of the UK's leading Energy & Renewables property consultancy teams.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the identification, appraisal and evaluation of sites suitable for renewable energy and infrastructure development, including feasibility assessments, constraint mapping and GIS analysis.
• Undertaking land referencing, landownership investigations and site-finding exercises, alongside research into planning, property, environmental and energy-related matters.
• Gathering, analysing and interpreting information to support project delivery, client recommendations and business decision-making.
• Assisting with the management and delivery of renewable energy and infrastructure projects, ensuring accurate records are maintained and key deadlines are met.
• Supporting engagement with landowners, clients and stakeholders throughout project lifecycles, including attending meetings and site visits and helping to build strong professional relationships.
• Assisting with negotiating land rights and agreements, preparing heads of terms, reports and client recommendations and developing knowledge of relevant legal and commercial arrangements.
• Preparing high-quality reports, presentations and client documentation, communicating clearly with colleagues, clients and external stakeholders.
• Attending site visits across the UK to support project assessments, data collection, client engagement and project delivery.
• Contributing to business development, marketing initiatives, industry events and wider team activities, supporting the continued growth of the Energy & Renewables team.

What you’ll achieve

As a Graduate, you'll gain hands-on experience across a broad range of projects while working alongside experienced professionals. You'll develop your technical expertise, build client relationships, contribute to project delivery and work towards achieving RICS Chartered status.

You'll have the opportunity to grow alongside us, and we're committed to supporting your progress every step of the way. We'll provide extensive assistance and tailored support to help you work towards your RICS APC, where our strong first-time pass rate speaks for itself.

You'll also join our two-year graduate development program, designed to enhance your personal effectiveness, commercial and financial acumen and client delivery skills. This program will help you build a robust foundation for a successful career in the property sector, taking you beyond your current technical expertise.

About You

• A relevant degree, 2:1 or above
• Full UK Driver’s Licence & access to a vehicle
• A passion for Energy, Renewables & Sustainability
• Competent and professional communication skills
• Self-motivated, creative, innovative with a strategic mindset
• Strong IT Skills, particularly across Microsoft Office
• Professional, confident and friendly approach
• Excellent accuracy & attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise and deal with projects at various stages, and with competing deadlines
• Strong people skills with an ability to communicate via a range of mediums
• Prior experience with GIS software is desirable, however not essential.

Why Bidwells?

We’re a different kind of business. Whilst we’re a major player in the property sector, Bidwells remains a privately-owned, independent Partnership, with an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture. We give our people autonomy and take the time to listen. As a certified B Corporation (B-Corp), we are dedicated to using our business as a force for good, driving innovation and creating long-term value for our clients, communities and the environment.

At Bidwells, we are driven by our mission to provide the UK’s most sustainable and innovative property advice. For over 185 years, we have been at the forefront of real estate and have expanded our influence from our Cambridge head office across the Golden Triangle and beyond.

In 2024, Bidwells became among the pioneering UK property consultancies to receive BCorp accreditation, reflecting our commitment to being a responsible, purpose-driven business.

What’s in it for you

Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent with generous salary and group bonus scheme. As a Real Living Wage employer, we’re committed to fair pay that reflects the true cost of living.

Comprehensive Benefits: including up to 8% matched pension, 28 days holiday (+ bank holidays) as a minimum, along with your birthday off work, a wellness day, paid sabbaticals, private medical cover, medicash plan, lifestyle discounts and perks, and more.

Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities.

Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of industry trends.

Family Friendly: We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you.

Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and offer agile working to support it.

Bidwells is committed to an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and belong. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and flexible working requests are considered from day one.

Right to Work in the UK

Any employment offer made is contingent on you obtaining and maintaining the right to work and reside legally in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates who have their own right to work within the UK, where you can maintain and demonstrate your right to work throughout the duration of your employment.

Bidwells are unable to sponsor candidates for this role as the Home Office's eligibility criteria will not be satisfied.

Use of AI

Here at Bidwells, we don’t use AI to screen your application. A member of our Talent team will review it personally, because we believe recruitment is about people, not algorithms.

As for your application, we know AI can be a great tool, but please don’t let it do all the talking. Use AI to help you prepare if you would like, but make sure your application is authentic and reflects you. We want to hear your voice, your experience and what makes you, you.

Selection Process & Key Dates

We're committed to providing a fair and engaging recruitment experience. Below is an outline of our selection process and indicative timelines.

Online Aptitude Test: Following our initial application review, shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an online aptitude test. Invitations are expected to be issued on or around 6th November.

Stage 1 Interview (Microsoft Teams): Candidates who successfully complete the aptitude test will be invited to a 15-minute virtual interview with our Early Careers lead. These interviews will take place between 23^rd November and 4^th December.

Final Interview & Assessment Centre: Successful candidates will then be invited to attend our final interview and assessment centre on Wednesday 16^th December. This stage provides an opportunity for you to learn more about Bidwells, meet members of the team and demonstrate your skills through a series of activities and interviews.

Keeping You Updated: We aim to communicate outcomes as quickly as possible after each stage of the recruitment process. Please note that the dates above are indicative and may be subject to change.

Our Graduate vacancies are due to close on Saturday 31^st October 2026, however we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.