Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL): Commercial Surveying Apprentice, Manchester In person placement
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Placement locations
- Manchester
Placement details
Overview
Location: Manchester
Start date: September 2026
Application criteria:
- GCSEs: – C / 4 grade or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)
- A-Levels: 72 UCAS points, equivalent of 3 x D grades
- Right to work in the UK: You will need to have permanent right to work in the UK, with no time restrictions or limited working hours. Unfortunately, JLL are unable to sponsor visas, including Graduate Visas beyond the programme.
Skills:
- You’ll have a curious mindset so you can learn and grow with JLL
- You’ll be passionate and eager to contribute your thoughts, create fresh ideas, and challenge yourself to do more than you think you could
- You’ll have an interest in the property industry and how we can shape its future
- You’ll be able to connect with others easily and build strong relationships
- JLL value authenticity, critical thinking, and the ability to add personal insight to any work product
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. JLL are interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Estimated compensation for this position is: £24,570
This is an estimate and not guaranteed. A salary offer will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data
How to apply: Click 'Apply' at the top of this page!
About the Apprenticeship
JLL's school leaver programme will provide you with first-hand experience while working towards a professional qualification.
You’ll join JLL on a 5-year trainee programme, working towards completing a Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Management and Commercial / General Practice Chartered Surveyor status with the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
Anyone without a degree can join this programme, as JLL are focused on training you to becoming a qualified and well-rounded professional.
You’ll rotate around the business with a focus on commercial and corporate properties, such as office spaces and retail stores. Possible rotations could include Valuation, Agency, Capital Markets, Property & Asset Management, Residential, Work Dynamics, and Consulting.
What your day-to-day will look like:
You’ll get involved in real work from day one that will help clients achieve their ambitions. The work will vary depending on the team you are in but below are some of what you’ll experience:
- You’ll research and keep up to date with relevant market insight and property legislation that may impact our work
- You’ll learn how to use various property systems/databases so they can collect information that will help JLL determining the best solution for clients
- You’ll build relationships across our business and clients to ensure they deliver a great service
- You’ll work with your team to draft and deliver work that may involve a variety of work, such as service charge budgets, presentations to clients, and valuation reports.
- You’ll visit properties to carry out inspections or conduct client viewings.
- You’ll take part in regular training in business skills, technical knowledge, and professional development to support your growth
What you’ll get from JLL:
They know that your unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
At JLL, they want everyone to feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to achieve their full potential, and here are just some of the ways they’ll make that happen.
- Support from JLL – The Early Careers team will be with you every step of the way during your programme. Your manager and team will also be there to guide you day-to-day.
- Support from your buddy – You’ll be paired with a peer on a similar pathway to you who will be there to answer any questions and guide you.
- Support from your training provider – They will be teaching the theory behind your role and guiding you to achieving your qualification. This could be through a virtual learning environment, online webinars, workshops, a dedicated Learning Coach.
- Training opportunities for everyone – No matter your experience or role, both their Early Careers and Learning teams will provide you with lots of ways to improve and develop your skills, from managing stakeholders and clients to report and pitch writing.
- Surveying qualification support – You’ll take part in various workshops to build your knowledge and skills for your Chartership assessment. You will be designated a mentor who will support you throughout the programme.
- Off-the-job training – As an apprentice, you will receive time to study with your training provider. This time will involve online learning, joining webinars, and completing assignments
- Dress for your day – Each day will be different, so we trust you to dress according to what you’re doing. For example, if you’re meeting clients then it’s important to dress smartly to reflect the great work we do, and we encourage you dress more casually when you don’t.
- Competitive salary – As an accredited Living Wage employer, JLL are committed to paying you a wage that is fair and competitive to the industry we work in.
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays each year – JLL encourage you take breaks from work and hope you use this time to recharge regularly throughout the year.
- 2 paid volunteer days each year – JLL feel it’s important to give back to the communities around us. They set up events with specific charities and organisations which you can get involved with, such as their work with schools. Or you can use your days to support a charity or local organisation of your choice.
- Wide range of employee benefits – You can take advantage of them, which include a well-being support and resources, exclusive discounts, pension, private medical healthcare, dental insurance, employee assistance programme, season ticket loan, cycle-to-work scheme, mortgage advice, and more.
About Jones Lang LaSalle
JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specialising in real estate. They have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, they also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why they’re committed to their purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. They’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for their clients, their people, and their communities.
Their core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything they do and they’re honoured to be recognised with awards for our success by organisations both globally and locally.
Next steps
Click 'Apply' at the top of this page!