Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL): Building Surveying Apprentice, London In person placement
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Placement locations
- London
Placement details
Overview
Location: London
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.
Some travel will be required in this role, so please consider your ability to travel
Skills:
- You’ll have an interest in the property industry and how they can shape its future
- You’ll be confident in communicating verbally and in written format to help with writing reports
- You’ll have project management skills, so you can balance lots of work and ensure work is followed through to the end and completed on time
- You’ll be able to connect with others easily and build strong relationships
- You’ll have a curious mindset so you can learn and grow with us
- You’ll have a passion to contribute your thoughts, create fresh ideas, and challenge yourself to do more than you think you could
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: £25,207
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 Building Surveying and gaining Chartered Building 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.
What your day-to-day will look like:
- Visiting sites to complete Building Surveyor's inspections
- Completing desktop survey research about sites
- Preparing reports following inspections to outline the state of the property/site
- Acting as a Contract Administrator and Employer’s Agent on fit-out and refurbishment contracts
- Negotiating schedules of dilapidations and preparing exit strategies for required repair work
- Helping with planning preventative maintenance plans
- Assisting with the co-ordination of portfolio instructions and undertaking other duties from time to time as may be reasonably required
- Keeping your knowledge up to date with building and sustainability standards, legal knowledge, and building pathology
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 we’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 they 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!