2027 Savills Graduate Programme - Planning Economics in London

Role title: Graduate Planner/Surveyor – Economics (September 2027 start)

Salary: London: £30,000 and £1,500 sign on bonus

Locations: London

About this role:

The remit of the Economics team is to lead on work in the field of property, planning and economics, covering:

• Preparing and influencing economic, planning, property development, regeneration, and infrastructure development strategy, policy, research, and delivery at national, sub-regional and local levels.
• Establishing the economic, financial, market and business cases for projects and programmes, including major development proposals and estate/property initiatives.
• Carrying out social and economic impact assessments, for example as part of the formal environmental impact assessment (EIA) process.
• Developing new business opportunities in the field of economic consultancy as opportunities arise.
• 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.
• Work with others on marketing and bids to secure work; work with colleagues in the delivery of projects; and build up expertise in agreed areas of work.

Role locations: London - Head Office (Margaret Street)

Key Activities:

• Help prepare competitive proposals; take responsibility for elements of projects from the earliest stages through to completion; undertake research and analysis; help develop creative and original solutions to satisfy all parties; contribute to writing complex 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; and attend external events and identify business opportunities.

How you’ll make an impact:

• High attention to detail, well organised and a proactive approach
• Ability to empower those around them
• Strong verbal, numerical and report writing skills
• A team player with leadership potential
• Ability to listen to others and collaborate effectively
• Strategic approach to problem solving
• Highly motivated
• Ability to challenge in a positive way
• Computer literate

Key skills:

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

The assessment process for this role:

• Online Application – Applications close at 11.59pm on 19th October 2026
• Online Assessment – SHL (will be sent on application completion and will need to be completed by 12pm on 20th October 2026)
• Screening Calls for Shortlisted Candidates – 30th October - 2nd November 2026
• Assessment Centre & Panel Interview (on same day) – 16th November 2026 (London, Margaret Street)

Future Talent Objectives:

• Technical & Professional Knowledge - Demonstrate a strong foundational knowledge and understanding of the profession you are training within, the qualification you are completing, and the role you are undertaking.
• Business Awareness – Asks good relevant questions, demonstrating curiosity and enthusiasm to know about the business.
• Work Quality – Accurately completes tasks on time, with guidance from team members where required.
• Time Management – Maintain good time keeping, both personally and professionally.
• Effective Communication – Begin building effective working relationships with colleagues across the team and wider business.

Right to work in the UK and employment offer:

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. You will be asked to provide evidence of your right to work during the recruitment process. Savills are unable to sponsor candidates for this role as the Home Office's eligibility criteria will not be satisfied.

Benefits:

• Permanent Contract for all graduates, as opposed to a 2 year training contract
• 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 – A 24 hour service available to all staff and completely confidential
• Discretionary bonus scheme and employee discounts

Training:

We provide comprehensive training and revision programmes to support you passing your Royal Town Planning Institute or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors Assessment of Professional Competency (APC) and you will be allocated a mentor to guide you through this process.

Career Development:

Once you've successfully passed your APC and become a member of the Royal Institution of Town Planners (RTPI) or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), you'll continue to receive training and career development opportunities.

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.