At a Glance
- Tasks: Join us as a Graduate Planner and work on exciting urban projects.
- Company: Savills, the UK's leading planning consultancy with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonuses, training, and 25 days annual leave.
- Other info: Comprehensive training and career development opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in planning while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Proactive individuals with strong communication and teamwork skills are encouraged to apply.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 30000 £ per year.
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, Bristol, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, Reading, Oxford, Southampton
About this role:
With over 300 planners across the UK, we are the largest planning department in any mainstream real estate practice with a reputation for success and professionalism. We work with all types of property, but have specialisms in urban mixed use, housing, retail, major sports venues, energy, master planning, urban design, environmental impact assessment, community engagement, heritage and Section 106 agreements/Community Infrastructure Levy. We negotiate planning permissions for everything from major urban regeneration schemes to modest domestic extensions.
As a planning Graduate you will be expected to prepare planning appraisals, undertake research and analysis, prepare planning applications, contribute to the preparation/editing of Design and Access Statements, Sustainability Statements and other planning documents. There will be a variety of exciting projects to work on, helping develop your knowledge and skills. Your input is an essential part of our working processes.
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
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 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), 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.
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.
2027 Savills Graduate Programme - Planning in Southampton employer: Savills Future Talent
Savills is an exceptional employer, offering a permanent contract for all graduates and a comprehensive training programme that is highly regarded in the property industry. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have access to numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth, alongside a supportive and inclusive work culture that values individualism and collaboration. Located in vibrant areas such as London, Salisbury, Cirencester, and Bury St Edmunds, Savills provides a dynamic environment where you can thrive and make a meaningful impact in the infrastructure sector.
