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Commercial Real Estate Graduate Scheme

Transport for London
£32,250 - £33,500
London

Expected closing date: Friday, 1 January 2027

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Two-year graduate scheme to qualify as an RICS Chartered Surveyor.
  • Starting salary of £32,250, rising to £33,500 in the second year.
  • Gain experience in Asset Management, Property Management, Property Services, and Homes Partnership & Development.
  • Based at Victoria Station House, London, with hybrid working (4 days in office, 1 day at home initially).
  • Applications may close soon due to high interest.

About the Role

This is a two-year development programme with three placement rotations, designed to help you qualify as an RICS Chartered Surveyor.

What you'll be doing:

  • Asset Management (8 months): Focus on strategic planning, understanding profit and loss, rent reviews, lease renewals, valuations, and supporting leasing and vacant possession strategies.
  • Property Management (8 months): Handle day-to-day management, lease obligations, rent collection, occupier relationships, operational risks, inspections, and managing maintenance budgets.
  • Property Services (8 months): Gain experience in rating or compulsory purchase orders (CPO), liaise with third-party surveyors on dilapidations, service charges, inspections, and measurements. You will act as an agent for the landlord.
  • Homes Partnership & Development (8 months): Conduct development appraisals, inspections, and measurements for valuation. Work within planning regulations and policies, and receive training on the valuation tool Argus.

All graduates begin in Commercial Property or Asset Management. Placements are agreed to ensure experience across various technologies, tools, and teams. Sustainability is central to all work.

What we offer:

  • Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee.
  • Final salary pension scheme.
  • Discounted national rail and Eurostar travel.
  • 30 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays.
  • Private healthcare discounted scheme.
  • Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme.
  • Retail, health, leisure, and travel offers.

Training and Support:

  • On-the-job practical experience and placements.
  • Professional development through training, mentoring, and networking.
  • One-to-one guidance from a Placement Manager, Scheme Sponsor, Buddy, Development Adviser, RICS Councillor, and RICS Supervisor.

Entry Requirements:

  • A Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accredited undergraduate degree (minimum 2:2) or an RICS accredited Masters.
  • Must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the scheme. TfL cannot sponsor this role.

Application Process:

  • The process has 5 steps, including online assessments that must be completed within a specific timeframe (1 week).
  • Assessment centres will take place from November to January.

Key Dates:

  • Start Date: 6th September 2027
  • Closing Date: This role may close soon depending on the level of interest.