Sandwich Placement Student Review
by Savills
Rating
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Skills
5.0
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Responsibilities
4.0
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Support & Guidance
4.5
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Culture
5.0
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Your Impressions
5.0
- 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
- 2. Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
- How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
- How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
- How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
- Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
- 3. Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
- Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
- 4. How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
- How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
- How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
- 5. What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
- How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
- How would you rate the social opportunities?
- How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
- How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
- 6. To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
- Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
- Please rate how your experience met your expectations
- Please rate the future employment prospects at Savills
- 7. Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
- 8. What advice would you give to others applying to Savills
Overview
I assisted multiple surveyors across the RISE team. This included chasing arrears, dealing with BM/ RFM or tenant issues/ enquiries. It also entailed raising new WF's to upload on the system whether that was a new lease WF, a rent review or just a general utility recharge. My role also involved producing Service Charge Budget Reports, Quarterly Reports and Reconciliation Reports.
Skills
I believe that as a result of my job role I have enhanced my skill of critical thinking/ problem solving. As many of the Directors I worked with were always busy with calls etc, sometimes I would be in a situation where I would have to critically think and make informed decisions by myself (within reason). I also believe that my networking skills have improved since being at Savills.
Responsibilities
During my placement, I was not exposed to talking to clients. I only ever communicated with people internally e.g. Surveyors, Building Managers and RFMs. However, I was given projects where it was solely my input and I would present this to the relevant Director. Therefore, I believe I was given responsibility in some aspects but not all.
Support & Guidance
There was lots of support around me. Everyone was always happy to help whenever I had questions. I never felt like any question was a silly question.
Culture
There were lots of socials and events that went on throughout my placement year. I never missed one because they were always very fun. Everyone was super friendly and keen to socialise with each other.
Your Impressions
I loved it. I wish I could re-do the year. I have made some amazing connections within Savills that wish to stay in touch with in the future!
Yes
1. Know the company well. Do your research. 2. Always smile. A smile goes a long way. 3. Be friendly to other candidates and not too overbearing. 4. Come prepared with lots of questions.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Surveying
London
September 2023
