2026 Graduate Programme - Advisory (GL Hearn)

Apply now for the 2026 Graduate Programme - Advisory (GL Hearn) role at WSP in the UK & Ireland. At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

We are looking for graduates for our GL Hearn Advisory team who have a flexible approach and an appetite to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. We want you to enjoy working in a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills working for a diverse range of clients and projects.

Team & Location

GL Hearn - London

About the role & team

GL Hearn has a long history of providing surveying services and being the RICS regulated part of the WSP business means that we are continuing this work whilst benefiting from being part of the wider business. GL Hearn (A WSP Company) provides a path to Chartered Surveyor status via the Valuation Pathway of APC, with a two-year structured programme and two 12‑month rotations in Business Rates and Valuation teams. You will learn directly from senior colleagues, meet clients, and visit sites ranging from retail stores to development fields. Major clients include NHS, Amazon, Sainsbury’s, Puregym, London Borough of Camden, and large developing housing associations.

Day‑to‑day activities

• Gathering evidence to assess market value.
• Managing communication with the Valuation Office.
• Reviewing leases and inspecting development opportunities.
• Completing financial appraisals.
• Working in multi‑disciplinary teams on town centre regeneration opportunities.
• Assisting with red book valuation reports.

You will join a supportive, enthusiastic team, with full support for your professional development and progression to chartered status.

Graduate Development Programme

Our two‑year Graduate Development programme is designed to support personal and professional development and growth through an engaging blended learning experience. The programme includes core business and professional skills training, career development workshops and resources, valuable networking opportunities, mentoring for professional registration and a breadth of on‑the‑job experience. Graduates in our Advisory teams follow a clear and supportive progression pathway. Your 2‑year structured training programme will give you the skills and experience to understand the core requirements of being a Chartered Surveyor and successfully sit your APC exam. After qualification, you will be given the opportunity to specialise in the Valuation or Business Rates teams working towards the Senior Surveyor role, taking on greater responsibility for project delivery, working closely with clients and business development.

Requirements

• Graduated with at least a 2:1 in a master’s or bachelor’s RICS accredited degree in a relevant subject.
• Completed the application form in full answering all specific questions. Successful completion of this stage is mandatory, followed by an online skill enabler assessment.
• Start work in September 2026 at the earliest.
• Passion for consulting and for the built environment, infrastructure, places and the economy.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to inspire and share new ideas.
• Ability to deal with internal and external stakeholders and collaborate with colleagues in dynamic project environments.

If you don’t quite meet all the criteria but have the right qualifications, apply and we will review how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities we have available for our Graduate programme.

Application & Selection

We review applications for our Early Career opportunities on a rolling basis, which means we begin progressing some candidates to the final stages before the application closing date. Please submit your application as early as possible to ensure full consideration.

Benefits & Development

• Work‑life balance with hybrid working policy, flex hour and part‑time options.
• Inclusivity & belonging with employee resource groups and a culture of inclusion.
• Health & wellbeing support including the Thrive programme, virtual GP, gymflex scheme and menopause support.
• Development opportunities through training, mentoring and access to the chartership pathway.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.